Category: Campus News

CU Wednesdays: A Glimpse into this Midweek Break

Chowan students participate in a Professionalism Workshop, hosted by the International Student Club.

Wednesday is a middle of the week day; some say hump day, or think longingly of a day closer to the weekend.  Wednesday, for Chowan students, is a welcoming day, a day to catch up, to relax, to wake up just a little later than a normal college schedule allows. Madison Kilgore, a freshman from […]

Chowan University Welcomes New Director of Public Safety Keyond Gorley

Keyond Gorley

Chowan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Keyond Gorley as the new Director of Public Safety. In his new role, Gorley will be responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of the Department of Public Safety, ensuring the enforcement of applicable University regulations and government safety requirements. His primary focus will be on […]

Chowan University Welcomes Matt Follis as Student Activities Coordinator

Matt Follis

Chowan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew “Matt” Follis as the new Student Activities Coordinator. In this role, Follis will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of student activities and events. These include cultural, recreational, social, and educational programs that contribute to the holistic development of Chowan University […]

Chowan University Welcomes Hope Rogers as New Student Success Navigator

Hope Rogers

Chowan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Hope Rogers as the new Student Success Navigator. In this multifaceted role, Rogers will work closely with students to develop essential life skills, behaviors, and habits that contribute to their success in college and beyond. By providing personalized support, mentoring, and guidance, she will empower […]

Charles Markum Joins Chowan University Admissions as Enrollment Advisor

Charles Markum

Chowan University is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles Markum as the newest member of its Admissions team as an Enrollment Advisor.  Markum brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for education to his new position. A proud graduate of Chowan University, he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in History in 2009. Markum […]

Chowan University Welcomes JaCinda Griffin as Enrollment Advisor

Chowan University is pleased to announce the appointment of JaCinda Griffin as a new Enrollment Advisor. In this role, formerly known as Admissions Counselors, Griffin will serve as the primary point of contact for prospective students, their families, and school counselors, providing guidance and support throughout the enrollment process. Griffin, a proud graduate of Chowan […]

Chowan University’s Department of Biology Provides Immersive Field Experience for Students

Chowan University’s Department of Biology continues to offer its highly popular field ecology class on the northern Outer Banks. Since 2015, this immersive course has provided students with invaluable hands-on experience in taxonomic identification, data collection techniques, and participation in ongoing research and monitoring projects. This summer, students had the opportunity to contribute to various […]

Conference Carolinas Announces the Addition of Women’s Flag Football for 2025-26

Flag football

7/2/2024 12:06:00 PM GREENVILLE, S.C. – Conference Carolinas announced today the addition of women’s flag football as a conference-sponsored sport starting in 2025-26. Conference Carolinas is the first NCAA Division I or II conference to sponsor women’s flag football, and second NCAA conference, joining Division III’s Atlantic East. The league will have at least six institutions […]

Chowan University Welcomes Allyson Leggett as New Print Production Technician

Allyson Leggett

Chowan University is pleased to announce Allyson Leggett as the new Print Production Technician. Leggett, a native of Conway, NC, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for graphic design to her new role. Leggett’s journey in the field of graphic communications began at Chowan University, where she studied from 2013 to 2015. She […]

President Thomas’ 100 Days Message

President Rosemary Thomas

On June 20, 2024, Dr. Rosemary M. Thomas concluded her 100 days as the first female president of Chowan University.  Below is a message from her to the campus community: Greetings! As I think back on the past 100 days, I am humbled to have been given this opportunity to serve as your president. The […]