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A Fabulous Fall Anticipates A Spectacular Spring

Shenandoah University Builds on a Season of Accomplishment and Celebration

Shenandoah University began its 2026 Spring Term propelled by an abundantly successful fall term that saw the university introduce an array of new programs, continue…

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Members of the Wilkins family stand next to a historical marker recently installed on Shenandoah University's main campus.

New Historical Markers Explore 150 Years Of What It Means To Be A Hornet

By Natalie Gales ’25 Since Shenandoah University’s founding in 1875, it has been defined by 150 years of excellence, growth and resiliency. Thanks to a…

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Shenandoah University Marks 150th Birthday With Founders’ Day Celebration

The event commemorated the contributions of past leaders that have shaped Shenandoah’s history

Shenandoah University commemorated its 150th birthday with a Founders’ Day event on Wednesday, Feb. 19, that celebrated SU’s extensive history and the resiliency that has…

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Virginia General Assembly Resolution Honors Shenandoah University During Its 150th Year

Resolution commends Shenandoah for ‘exceptional contributions’ to higher education, the Northern Shenandoah Valley community

Photographed above (left to right): Del. William D. (Bill) Wiley, Rep. Ben Cline, Shenandoah University President Tracy Fitzsimmons, Shenandoah University student Valeria Perero Santa Cruz,…

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