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Child wearing fake elephant trunk on his nose and teacher wearing a "Read" T-shirt share an Elephant and Piggie book for parents in an elementary school classroom at a Camp Read A Lot in the summer of 2025.

Shenandoah University Makes Reading Fun

With the help of the Claude Moore Charitable Foundation, Shenandoah makes an impact by focusing on the joy of reading through special programs like Camp Read A Lot, the Children’s Literature Conference and more

Over the summer, 38 teachers studying for Shenandoah University’s Professional Studies Certificate or Master of Science in literacy education with a reading concentration helped 64…

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Aerial photograph of Pruitt Health & Life Sciences Building in the fall.

Shenandoah University Debuts New Academic Programs In Fall 2025

SU’s educational offerings to include five new undergraduate, graduate degrees

Shenandoah University continued to expand its academic offerings with the introduction of six new programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for the 2025 Fall…

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Shenandoah Announces Partnership With Gen.G Esports

Partnership Will Create New Educational, Professional and Development Opportunities For SU Students

By Jace Gibson ’26 Shenandoah University Esports has announced an official partnership with Gen.G Esports, offering educational opportunities and work experience to students looking to…

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Photo collage of historical images of Shenandoah University President Emeritus Jim Davis.

Shenandoah University Honors The Life And Legacy Of President Emeritus James A. Davis

James A. “Jim” Davis, Ph.D., president emeritus of Shenandoah University who served as the university’s president from 1982 to 2008, passed away peacefully on Tuesday,…

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Acting students and faculty at York Plays 2025

Acting Program Shines at the York Plays 2025 in Toronto

Eleven students and two faculty members from Shenandoah Conservatory’s acting program participated in the York Plays 2025 in Toronto, Canada. The event featured 50 short…

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A headshot of Younus Mirza alongside the cover of his book, "The Islamic Mary."

Director Of The Barzinji Institute Publishes New Book

Younus Mirza Publishes New Book Examining the Appearances of Mary/Maryam Between Christianity and Islam

By Jace Gibson ’26 In September, Younus Mirza, Ph.D., director of the Barzinji Institute for Global Virtual Learning at Shenandoah University, published “The Islamic Mary:…

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FYS Mentor Hailey Beaufort presents about the CCE to her class.

Shenandoah University Receives Grant To Become An Ask Every Student Commitment Campus

Written by Natalie Gales ’25 In the 2025 Fall Term, Shenandoah University received a $1,500 grant from Ask Every Student (AES), a nonprofit organization focused…

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Shenandoah University Professor Recognized By Girls On The Run

Associate Professor of Psychology Wendy Carlson receives Remarkable Volunteer Award

By Jace Gibson ’26 Girls on the Run Shenandoah Valley has announced Wendy Carlson, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology, as the winner of this year’s…

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Shenandoah Alumnus Named Assistant Superintendent in Fauquier County, Virginia

Matthew Yonkey ’03 has been named the assistant superintendent of administration for Fauquier County Public Schools in Virginia. He began his career in Fauquier County…

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