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Wilkins Family’s Shenandoah Legacy Continues At 2026 Commencement

James R. Wilkins, IV ’26, Addison Rathel ’26 earn degrees from a university built on their family’s support

On May 9, James R. Wilkins, IV ’26 strolled across the stage during Shenandoah University’s 2026 commencement ceremony, dressed in full graduation regalia, and shook…

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Shenandoah University Celebrates Over 1,400 Graduates At 2026 Commencement

Ceremony recognized the achievements of August and December 2025 graduates and over 800 candidates for May degree conferrals

Shenandoah University celebrated the achievements of over 1,400 graduates at its 2026 University Commencement held inside the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and Events Center…

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Shenandoah students pose in graduation regalia and Buzzy mascot feet.

The Faces Behind Buzzy: Two Students Graduate After Years Playing Shenandoah’s Hornet Mascot

Nathan Lee ’26 and Randall Watson ’26 led double lives bringing Buzzy to life

Upon graduation, many students leave Shenandoah University having developed a fondness for Buzzy, the university’s beloved Hornet mascot who’s frequently spotted at SU events around…

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Shenandoah University To Celebrate 2025 Commencement On May 24

Ceremony begins promptly at 10 a.m., will recognize over 1,500 graduates from 2024-25 academic year

Shenandoah University will celebrate its 2025 University Commencement at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 24, at the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and Events Center. This…

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Shenandoah University’s 2024 Commencement Twice As Special For Two SU Families

Erika Francis and son Tyson, Karen Culbertson and daughter Larissa each earned degrees at Shenandoah’s 2024 University Commencement

Shenandoah University’s 2024 Commencement marked a major milestone in the lives of many who were in attendance at the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and…

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Shenandoah University Celebrates 2024 Commencement

Over 1,400 graduates celebrated during May 18 ceremony

Shenandoah University held its 2024 Commencement on Saturday, May 18, in the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and Events Center, celebrating 1,429 graduates from the…

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Shenandoah University To Celebrate Over 1,400 Grads At 2024 University Commencement

Special events also planned for students whose 2020 high school graduations were impacted by COVID-19 pandemic

Shenandoah University will celebrate its 2024 University Commencement at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 18, at the James R. Wilkins, Jr. Athletics and Events Center. The…

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Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards Presented During Commencement

Shenandoah University presented one of its top honors, the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award, to seniors Joselyn Mendoza ’17 and Jake Loew ’17 during the university’s…

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