Category: Academics

Music Department Hosts Faculty Showcase Recital

The Music Department presented a Faculty Showcase Recital on Sunday, March 16, in the Chowan Chapel. Dr. Mary Hellmann, Chair of the Music Department, introduced a diverse program that ranged from classical works by Franz Joseph Haydn to contemporary compositions from the 21st century. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the performance also included a […]

Thirty-first Mary Frances Hobson Prize for Distinguished Achievement in Arts and Letters

Stephanie Powell Watts

Chowan University is pleased to announce that Stephanie Powell Watts is the recipient of the 2025 Mary Frances Hobson Prize for Distinguished Achievement in Arts and Letters.  Ms. Powell Watts’ stories explore the lives of African Americans in fast food and factory jobs, working door to door as Jehovah’s Witness ministers, and pressing against the […]

Outstanding Student Awards

Outstanding Student Award Recipients

In the beauty of a newly renovated Vaughan Auditorium, Chowan University gathered to celebrate its most distinguished students during the annual Outstanding Student Award Ceremony. This award is the highest honor the university bestows. The evening began with a heartfelt prayer by Abbie Sutton, setting a tone of gratitude and pride for all who would […]

A Welcoming Space for Academic Success: Chowan’s Writing and Tutoring Centers

The fear of struggling through an assignment alone or asking for help from a stranger—common concerns for students—fades the moment they step into Chowan University’s Writing Center. A quiet, inviting space with cozy couches, soft chairs, and small companionable tables greets them, along with a team of friendly tutors ready to assist. Along one wall, […]

Chowan Adjunct Professor Alice Lyons Receives NC SHAPE Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Health and Athletics

Alice Lyons honored

NC SHAPE, a leading organization dedicated to empowering North Carolinians to lead active and healthy lives, recently recognized an outstanding contributor to the field of athletics and health education. The organization, which brings together athletic directors, coaches, university faculty and students, health educators, physical education teachers, and sports management professionals, presented its prestigious Lifetime Achievement […]

Donor Spotlight: Dr. Gladys Antonia DeJesus

Dr. Gladys DeJesus

It is a great honor to be a “first” in accomplishing a meaningful endeavor. Dr. Gladys DeJesus was the first woman in her country, the Dominican Republic, to earn a Ph.D. in Economics. She graduated as valedictorian and summa cum laude from the Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, and later […]

Academic Success at Chowan: A Support System for Every Student

Academic Success

Academic Success, under the direction of Frances Cole, serves as a safety net for students facing various challenges—whether academic, personal, or related to mental health. For students dealing with attendance issues, falling grades, illness, family matters, or other personal struggles, Academic Success provides guidance, resources, and unwavering support. Through a network of dedicated advisors and […]

Chowan University Strengthens Leadership Team with New Provost and Associate Provost Appointments

Dr. John Dilustro and Dr. Hunter Taylor appointed new leadership of Academic Affairs

Chowan University is pleased to announce the recent appointments of Dr. John Dilustro as Provost and Dr. Hunter Taylor as Associate Provost. Together with President Dr. Rosemary Thomas, these academic leaders are guiding the university into a new era with a vision focused on student success—developing strong communication skills, spiritual growth, problem-solving abilities, financial responsibility, […]

Chowan University Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s List Students

Fall 2024 Dean's List

Chowan University is pleased to recognize the outstanding academic achievements of its students who have earned a place on the Fall 2024 Dean’s List. This distinction is awarded to students who have achieved a GPA between 3.25 and 3.79 for the semester. Congratulations to the following students who made the Fall 2024 Dean’s List: • […]

Chowan University Announces Fall 2024 President’s List Students

Fall 2024 President's List

Chowan University is proud to announce the students named to the Fall 2024 President’s List. These exceptional students have earned a GPA of 3.8 or higher and have demonstrated excellence in their academic pursuits. Congratulations to the following students: • Madison Armstrong• Morgan Baccus• Natasha Bailey• Harry Baker• Benjamin Bausas• Kaleigh Bibbo• Bradley Binns• Alexandra […]