Chowan Graphic Communications alumna, Suzanna Christian ‘04 teaches Commercial Photography and Visual Arts at King William High School in King William, VA. She hurt for her students as they missed so many rites and rituals in their junior and senior years. Christian said that she “was pleased when her level four photography students came up […]
Pioneer Caterers Recognize Kennedy and Gains at Chowan University
Chowan University partners with Pioneer College Caterers for all its on-campus food service and catering needs. Pioneer employees Jon Kennedy and Derrick Gains were recognized by the company and celebrated by Chowan in receiving two awards in which they were competing among many talented Pioneer management teams across the country. Jon Kennedy, Food Service Director […]
Boy Scout Gifts Hand-built tables to Chowan University
Four new sturdy picnic tables grace the outside of the Hawks Nest at Chowan University. These hand-built tables were gifted to the University on June 5, by Hertford County Early College rising junior, Hunter Nicholas “Nick” Adams in pursuit of his Eagle Scout Recognition. In looking for a suitable project Nick brainstormed with his grandfather, […]
Hugh and Janet Vincent Establish Two New Scholarships at Chowan University
Harold F. Brown and Ella S. Brown Department of Graphic Communications Scholarship Endowment Friendships that began seven decades ago led to the establishment of an outstanding scholarship at Chowan University. Hugh and Janet Vincent were good friends and neighbors with Harold F. and Ella S. Brown. The Browns met while students at Chowan in the […]
Hunter S. Taylor receives Chowan University Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award
On Sunday, May 9 at the 162nd Chowan University Commencement Ceremony, Dr. Hunter S. Taylor was honored as the recipient of the Faculty Excellence in Teaching Award for 2020-21. Dr. Taylor joined the University in 2015 and is the Dean of the School of Business and Design. Selection for this award is based on such […]
Chowan University Celebrates Commencement Ceremonies for Classes of 2020 & 2021
“This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it” proclaimed Rev. Mari Wiles, Minister to the University for the 161st and 162nd Chowan University Commencement Ceremonies held respectively on May 8 and 9. This selection from Psalm 11:24 was a fitting acclamation for the year-delayed in-person ceremony […]
Chowan Awards Honorary Doctorate to Francis “Frank” M. Taylor
At the delayed in-person one hundred and sixty-first commencement held on May 8, 2021, Chowan University awarded an honorary doctorate to Francis “Frank” M. Taylor. Dr. Taylor’s commitment to Chowan University runs deep. He has devoted countless hours to advancing the institution, first as the Team Physician and later as Director of Medical Services and […]
Book Talk on Central Prison with author Dr. Gregory S. Taylor
Please join Dr. Gregory S. Taylor, Distinguished Professor of History at Chowan University, for a Book Talk, on his latest publication, Central Prison. This virtual event will be held Thursday, May 2021 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm on zoom at https://chowan-edu.zoom.us/j/95555274723. Join Dr. Taylor as he discusses North Carolina as seen through its State Penitentiary: four centuries of politics, […]
Chowan Set to Host Annual Graphics Summer Camp
Chowan University’s department of Communication Arts will be hosting the annual Graphics Summer Camp starting Sunday, June 13, 2021, until June 18, 2021. This exciting graphics experience invites high school juniors and seniors to spend a week on campus, taking classes in Chowan’s Horner Graphics Center. Students will learn various aspects of graphic communications including […]
Chowan’s First Ever Giving Day Shatters Expectations Raising $151,454
In its first year, Chowan University’s Day of Giving raised $151,454 from 545 donors. This is the inaugural year for a 24-hour higher education fundraising campaign. Under the mantle “Chowan Gives,” the university’s day of giving theme, the social media-based event on Wednesday, April 21 amazed the leadership of Chowan with the outpouring of support […]