Chowan University held its annual alumni appreciation game on Saturday, February 17th. The event, which aimed to honor and celebrate the university’s alumni, saw graduates come from all over to celebrate their time at Chowan. The women’s and men’s basketball teams took to the court in front of a lively crowd consisting of students, alumni, […]
2024 Rouson Memorial Lecture Featuring The Reverend Pamela Taylor Held in the CHowan Chapel
The 2024 annual Rouson Memorial lecture, held in the Chowan Chapel, was a wonderful celebration of individuals in the local communities serving as beacons of success and pioneers of their communities. The lecture made possible in collaboration with the Murfreesboro Historical Association, showcased the remarkable achievements and contributions of three outstanding individuals. It is a […]
Grace Graham Brown Joins Chowan University Board of Trustees
Chowan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Grace Graham Brown as one of its newest Board of Trustee members. With a strong connection to the university and a wealth of experience, Brown brings valuable insights and expertise to the board. Born and raised in Murfreesboro, NC, Brown currently resides in Palm Beach, Florida. […]
Austine Evans Named Chowan University’s Board of Trustees Chair
Austine Evans, a distinguished alumna of Wake Forest University, has been named chair of Chowan University’s Board of Trustees, effective January 1, 2024. With an impressive background in education and a deep commitment to student success, Evans brings a wealth of experience and passion to her new role. Having served previously as a Board of […]
Cecil Hollomon Named Vice Chair of Chowan University’s Board of Trustees
Chowan University’s Board of Trustees has named Cecil Hollomon as the Vice Chair, effective January 1. Hollomon, having been recognized as a distinguished alumni of the university, attended the university following in his family’s footsteps to pursue a degree in Business. After graduating with the class of 1968, he obtained a BS and MS and […]
Join Chowan for the 2024 Rouson Memorial Lecture, Featuring The Reverend Pamela Taylor
Join Chowan University for the Rev. George and Mrs. Luvenia Rouson Memorial Lecture featuring Rev. Pamela Taylor on Wednesday, February 7 at 11:00 am in the Chowan Chapel. This program was established by the Town of Murfreesboro, Chowan University, and local historian Alice Eley Jones to honor the contributions the Rousons made in Hertford County. […]
Chowan University Welcomes Harri Lovett as Director of Business and Industry Partnerships
Chowan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Harri Lovett as the Director of Business and Industry Partnerships. Lovett, a recent graduate of Chowan University, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for fostering connections between the university and the business community. His work will play an integral part in the University’s new […]
Chowan University hosts its first Advent Service in the Chowan Chapel
The Chowan University campus gathered on Monday, December 4th, to celebrate the first Advent Service in the newly constructed Chowan Chapel. Led by Reverend Mari Wiles, the students and faculty came together to present an enchanting advent pageant, recounting the timeless story of the three wise men visiting the Baby Jesus. The service featured a […]
Board of Trustee Member and Alumna Jessica Drake Graduates from Virginia Rural Leadership Institute
Jessica Drake, a Board of Trustee Member and alumna of Chowan University was among the 28 graduates from the second cohort of the Virginia Rural Leadership Institute (VRLI). VRLI is a prestigious leadership program that aims to develop and support highly skilled leaders dedicated to revitalizing rural communities across Virginia. The graduation ceremony, held on […]
Briley-Weaver Piano Dedication Service led by Maja Rajković and Dennis Krasnokutsy
On Sunday, November 6th, 2023, the Chowan University community gathered in the Chowan Chapel to witness the dedication of the Briley-Weaver Steinway piano. The grand event featured a captivating concert by renowned pianist Maja Rajkoviċ, accompanied by the talented Dennis Krasnokutsy on the viola. The Briley-Weaver Steinway piano, a magnificent instrument of unparalleled beauty and […]