The Chowan University Criminal Justice Department established a partnership with the North Carolina District 6 Guardian ad Litem Program. Through this partnership, Chowan University students will have the opportunity to apply for, train, and become a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) for internship credit. The North Carolina Guardian ad Litem accepts and trains community volunteers to […]
Chowan University welcomes 2022 graduate Jasmine Basnight as Area Director for Residence Life. In this role, Basnight is responsible for the oversight of residence halls on the north side of campus which includes Belk Hall, Simons Hall, and Dunn Hall. A native of Fayetteville, NC, Basnight graduated from Chowan with a bachelor’s degree in sport […]
Chowan University welcomes Ashleé Perry as Director of Student Life. In this role, Perry is responsible for the design, implementation, and facilitation of campus-wide student activities and events. Perry received her bachelor’s degree in biology from North Carolina State University and most recently served as Recreation and Wellness Supervisor at Easterseals UCP EMPOWER Ahoskie. She […]
Pioneer College Caterers and Chowan University welcome Eric Carey as the new Executive Chef. Better known as “Mr. E,” Carey is a Hertford County, North Carolina native, graduating from Hertford County High School and furthering his education at Elizabeth City State University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in business management. He also completed a […]
Olivia Gaither joined the Chowan University Admissions team as an Admissions counselor. A native of Fredericksburg, Virginia, Gaither is a 2022 graduate of Chowan with a degree in psychology. While a student, she competed on the women’s basketball team as a guard. As an admissions counselor, Gaither will work with prospective students and their families […]
Shardá Britt joins Chowan University as the Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of Student Affairs. Responsible for day-to-day operations for the Office for Student Affairs, Britt will serve as the first point of contact for students when seeking advice from the Vice President, Dr. Montrose Streeter. Britt holds a master’s degree in adult education […]
On Wednesday, August 10, Bertie County Schools leaders gathered at Chowan University to sign a partnership agreement that offers a framework for sharing resources to increase quality education and allow greater access to Chowan’s teacher education graduates. Chowan President, Dr. Kirk E. Peterson, and Dr. Otis Smallwood, Superintendent of Bertie County Schools, signed the agreement […]
Chowan University’s Information Technology Department donated eight iMac computers to Ridgecroft School of Ahoskie, NC. Chowan also donated keyboards and mice to accompany the systems. Ridgecoft School shared that the iMac will be used to enhance learning across the school on all levels. Barbara Outland, Upper and Middle School Director and Director of Admissions at […]
Chowan University offers an accelerated program beginning this fall, allowing students to earn their bachelor’s degree and a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership degree in just five years. Commonly known as the 4+1 Program, this program allows students to complete an undergraduate and graduate degree in five (5) years. Students majoring in Mass Communication, […]
On Thursday, July 28, regional school leaders gathered at Chowan University to sign partnership agreements with Chowan University. These agreements offer a framework for sharing resources to increase quality education and allow greater access to Chowan’s teacher education graduates. Chowan President, Dr. Kirk E. Peterson, signed agreements with Dr. Eric Cunningham, Superintendent of Halifax County […]