In a powerful show of generosity and community support, an anonymous donor gifted $25,000 to aid in Hurricane Helene relief efforts, benefiting North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (NCICU). The contribution was made in honor of the Inauguration of Dr. Rosemary Thomas and Chowan University, recognizing her as the first female President of the institutions, […]
Dr. Rosemary M. Thomas Honored as 2024 Wonder Woman by West Virginia Living Magazine
Chowan University has their very own extraordinary hero. Dr. Rosemary M. Thomas is honored by West Virginia Living Magazine in the annual Wonder Women 2024 edition recognizing “amazing women who are raising the bar in their communities, serving as beacons of light in their industries, and forcing change for the greater good” (WV Living Magazine). […]
Unveiling Homecoming 2024
“Dream lofty dreams, and as you dream, so you shall become. Your vision is the promise of what you shall one day be; your ideal is the prophecy of what you shall at last unveil.” James Allen Homecoming 2024 was the joyful, spirited unveiling of a vital Chowan University: Revivals with great music and preaching […]
Campus Ministry from a Student Perspective
When you first enter our beloved Chowan Chapel you will be greeted by the Welcome Team with a brief “Good evening! How are you?” Then you will be guided through two big doors leading to a cross. A cross that so signifies God’s overwhelming love for each and every one who enters into the chapel. […]
Hargus Taylor Religious Heritage Lecture Features Brad Ford
Laughter, sitting on the edge of seats to hear what’s said next, dancing on stage, even balls flying into outreached hands tossed by the lecturer made for an exciting, empiric presentation by Brad Ford, at the Chowan University’s Hargus Taylor Religious Heritage Series. Dr. Raymond Hargus Taylor, Chaplain, Chair of the Department of Religion and […]
Chowan University Athletics Recognized as Best College Athletic Program
Congratulations Hawks! Chowan University’s Athletic Program received over 30,000 votes becoming best in the area honored in a contest by the Roanoke-Chowan News Herald. “What an honor to be named the Best College Athletic Program by the Roanoke-Chowan News Herald,” said Patrick Mashuda, Associate Vice President for Athletics and Compliance. “The Roanoke-Chowan News Herald has […]
Chowan University Announces Direct Admissions
NOT AT CHOWAN Application forms, transcripts, letters of recommendation, essays, standardized test scores, application fees, lists of extracurriculars, awards and achievements, application and school portal login credentials, profile, financial aid and scholarship applications – all part of the process of applying for college entrance. Does all of this sound daunting? Do you feel like giving […]
A Look into Chowan’s Campus Ministry
A wooden cross framed in nature showing through a wall of windows is the backdrop for Chowan students, playing instruments and singing praises to the God they love. Their audience, some with eyes closed, moving to the music, experiencing the spirit essential to their well being – all worshiping together. Together with faculty, board members, […]
Student Spotlight: Gabe Espiritu
You will see Gabe Espiritu, a baseball player, musician and student chaplain, with his guitar on stage singing at Wednesday night Worship. He comes to Chowan University from Gloucester, VA. Emory Chopp, an alumnus and coach for Espiritu’s high school travel ball team, encouraged him to look into his alma mater, Chowan University. When attending […]
All in an hour in the Hawks Nest
The Hawks Nest, aptly named for gathering Chowan’s fledgling flock of students, is beautifully designed with large open spaces filled with sofas, cafe tables, big screen televisions, a cafeteria and Starbucks coffee shop. On the perimeter are open offices housing the Department of Student Experience and Success as well as the Director of Business and […]