A significant gift will assure that the legacy of Dr. Jamal Barzinji will live on through the work of the Barzinji Institute for Global Virtual Learning at Shenandoah University. The new Mirza-Barzinji Fund for Global Virtual Learning was ... Continue Reading Gift Perpetuates Barzinji Institute’s Work…
Shenandoah Achieves Silver Military Friendly® Status Designation Reflects University’s Dedication To Meeting The Needs Of Student Veterans
Shenandoah University has moved up a level in the Military Friendly® Schools Survey, rising from bronze to silver for the 2023-24 academic year. The survey, conducted by Viqtory, measures schools’ “ability to meet thresholds for retention, ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Achieves Silver Military Friendly®…
100% of Shenandoah Conservatory’s BFA in Musical Theatre Class Signs with Talent Agents and Managers This is an extraordinary milestone for the program and the 24 members of its class of 2023
Every member of Shenandoah Conservatory's BFA in musical theatre class of 2023 is starting their career representation. “They did something that is almost unheard of in musical theatre BFA programs,” said Charles B. Levitin Chair in Musical Theatre; ... Continue Reading 100% of Shenandoah Conservatory’s BFA…
Shenandoah University Welcomes Newest Students on Move-In Day More students than ever are set to live on campus during the 2023-2024 academic year
Around 350 members of the Shenandoah University community – staff, faculty, university friends and student volunteers – turned out on Wednesday, Aug. 23, to help the university’s newest undergraduate students move into their residence ... Continue Reading Shenandoah University Welcomes Newest Students…
Michael Stepniak, Ed.D., Tapped For New Role Dr. Stepniak, who has led Shenandoah Conservatory for 14 years, will be Shenandoah’s first executive dean for creativity and the arts
Shenandoah University will celebrate its 150th birthday in two years, and the university’s staying power is truly a testament to the power of sustained creative – and often audacious – thought. These qualities are also the defining characteristics ... Continue Reading Michael Stepniak, Ed.D., Tapped For…
Marlatt Moves Into New Role at Shenandoah Conservatory Senior Associate Dean to Serve as Interim Dean
Beginning on June 5, 2023, Shenandoah Conservatory Senior Associate Dean; Associate Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs; Charlotte A. & Verne E. Collins Endowed Professorship and Professor of Music Education Jeffrey Marlatt, Ph.D., will shift ... Continue Reading Marlatt Moves Into New Role…
Creating a Culture of Children’s Literacy Through Shenandoah Philanthropy Makes a Huge Difference in Bringing Books and a Love of Reading to Students While Also Supporting Their Educators
On a Thursday in May at Shenandoah University, two nationally known children’s authors received the kind of reception usually reserved for pop music stars. Katherine Applegate, the author of more than 150 books, including the 2013 Newbery Medal ... Continue Reading Creating a Culture of Children’s…
Shenandoah Marching Band Celebrates Its First Bloom Band Director and Members Share Excitement About Parade Experience
In May 2023, at the end of its inaugural year, in which it performed at more than 50 events, Shenandoah University’s Marching Band made its first-ever appearance in a Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival parade. “Marching in the Shenandoah Apple ... Continue Reading Shenandoah Marching Band Celebrates Its…
Environmental Studies Students Win Spots In Prestigious Summer Research Programs Two Undergraduates Will Gain Invaluable Experience in Louisiana and Tennessee
Two Shenandoah University environmental studies students will participate in prestigious Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) programs backed by the National Science Foundation this summer. Josephine Saikali ’23, who will graduate in ... Continue Reading Environmental Studies Students Win Spots…
Financial Support Available for Veterans Interested in Teaching Careers Funds would cover a significant portion of tuition for up to 10 veterans/military personnel who enter the Career Switcher program
Veterans interested in becoming teachers through Shenandoah University’s Career Switcher program can have half of their tuition covered by Virginia’s Troops to Teachers Center at the College of William & Mary. The Virginia Department of ... Continue Reading Financial Support Available for Veterans…