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- First Lady Suzanne Youngkin helped welcome the Wolf Trap Institute to the campus of Norfolk State.
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- Summary: This is the April 2023 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of April in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- At its regular meeting on Friday, May 5, 2023, the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors voted to set tuition, fees, room, and board rates for the 2023-2024 academic year. The BOV approved modest increases that will aid NSU to remain a viable educational resource for the Commonwealth.
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- Norfolk State University is pleased to announce a major gift from Board of Visitors Board member Mr. Conrad Hall. Hall has contributed a gift of $1M to support the creation of the Conrad M. Hall Endowed Chair in Constitutional and U.S. History at the university.
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- Norfolk State University hosted a reception for local media professionals to strengthen lines of communication and add a more personal element to previously well-established relationships.
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- Award-winning actor, writer, director and producer Nate Parker will deliver the keynote address to nearly 600 graduating students at Norfolk State University’s Commencement Ceremony. The 110th Commencement will take place at 9 a.m., Saturday, May 6, 2023, at William “Dick” Price Stadium, located on the campus of Norfolk State University.
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- NSU’s Center for African American Public Policy (CAAmPP) recently explored the issue of gun violence. Read what the panelists had to say.
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- Norfolk State University students, faculty, and staff gathered for NSU Night at Virginia MOCA, a joint event between the Robert C. Nusbaum Honors College and Virginia MOCA highlighting Walker’s “Cut to the Quick” exhibit.
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- Dr. Viola Vaughan-Eden, professor and Ph.D. program director at the Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work at Norfolk State University, received the Outstanding Individual in Academia from the Congressional Research Institute for Social Work and Policy (CRISP) during their Social Work Day on the Hill event.
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- This is the March 2023 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of March in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- Norfolk State University will honor three of its alumni at the 2023 Alumni Awards Dinner scheduled for 7 p.m., Friday, May 5, at the Renaissance Norfolk Portsmouth.
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- Norfolk State University alumnus, now Senator-Elect, Lamont Bagby (D-Va.) won a special election Tuesday, March 28, to fill the Virginia Senate seat vacated by Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-Va.). Bagby defeated Republican Stephen Imholt in the contest. Bagby had over 89% of the votes by 9:30 p.m. the night of the election. With Bagby’s victory, the party divide in the Virginia Senate remains the same, with 22 Democrats and 18 Republicans.
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- Marcia Neblett, Assistant Professor of Fine Arts, was awarded the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to Malaysia for 2023.
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- Norfolk State was ranked #10 among the Top 25 HBCUs, named as a “Best College 2023,” named a “2023 Top School and University” in Virginia, and designated as a “Top 10 Military Friendly” school, #1 in the Small Public category.
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- A group of Norfolk State University School of Social Work students and faculty presented at the Global Conference on Women and Gender (GCWG) held at Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA
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- Norfolk State University renewed its partnership with the U.S. Coast Guard on Thurs., March 23. The Memorandum of Understanding between the two entities continues the opportunity for students to receive tuition support and supports the Coast Guard’s civilian and military recruiting efforts through the College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative.
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- Norfolk State University has been designated as a 2023-2024 Top 10 Military Friendly School, ranking No. 1 in the Small Public category.
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- Some of the area’s most powerful, successful and well-known women will help provide guidance to women who need advice and an opportunity to achieve their own success through the Women Who Lead program.
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- Retool Your School is back, and they’re “powered up for 2023” as they kick off “an expanded program to help HBCUs remain powerhouses of excellence.” According to www.RetoolYourSchool.com, “The Campus Improvement Grant competition – the pillar of the Retool Your School Program – will return in 2023.
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- Social Work Month is off to a momentous start with the official welcoming of the sixth dean of the Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work, Dr. Isiah Marshall Jr. To mark this occasion, a Welcome Reception was held at the Murray Center in Downtown Norfolk in his honor while also shining a light on the student scholarship fund.
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- Faculty and students in our Center for Materials Research have been very busy with grants and research during February 2023. CMR at NSU conducts pioneering research in materials science and engineering and provides graduate education at the masters and doctoral levels.
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- This is the February 2023 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of February in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- “Eating Our Way to Healthy Hearts: Closing the Gap in Black Health Disparities” was a lively dinner discussion with celebrity chef Carla Hall, moderator April Woodard, and expert panelists on campus Feb. 16.
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- The Norfolk State University Spartan “Legion” Marching Band was honored by the Virginia House of Delegates and the Virginia Senate for their historic performance in the 2023 Tournament of Roses Parade.
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- Norfolk State Socio-Cybersecurity research assistants were a part of the university’s representation at the 2023 Emerging Researchers National Conference in (ERN) STEM.
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- This is the December 2022, and the January 2023 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and January in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
December 2022 – January 2023
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- Message from Javaune Adams-Gaston, Ph.D., President
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- The video of the wrongful death of Tyre Nichols is shocking to the conscience and very difficult to witness. While this story has been repeated too often between communities of color and some law enforcement, we must remember that this is why our voices must be heard at the ballot box. It is our responsibility to impact policies that affect our communities. Norfolk State has stood for eighty-eight years as a place to prepare our students to make their voices heard while here on campus and as graduates.
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- Spartan Legion fans are a very determined group. Despite snowstorms, canceled flights and an abundance of frustration, they made it to Pasadena in time to see their beloved Legion thrill parade watchers during the 134th Tournament of Roses Parade.
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- Eastern Virginia Medical School and Norfolk State University have launched an initiative that will target health equity and work to increase the number of minorities who become healthcare professionals.
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- Norfolk State University recognized four distinguished faculty members at the Fall 2022
Opening Conference on Tuesday, Aug. 16. President Javaune Adams-Gaston, Ph.D., presented
the Distinguished Faculty Awards before the conference’s assembled faculty, staff, and
administrators in the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center.
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- Learning to become an effective college student is a skill that can be difficult to master. For the past five years, Norfolk State has supported new students through the Student Pathways and Academic Formation Department as they develop that skill.
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- Discovery Of Hidden Family Roots Brings Peace And Wholeness
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- Norfolk State University received a Sustained Distinguished Performance award from the Elizabeth River Project on Jan. 19, 2023.
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- The assistant professor of social work has “adopted” a school and made a commitment to helping improve education for the children in the village of Lethe and the surrounding communities.
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- Hard Work, Perseverance Leads 2006 Alumna To Become First Female African American NFL Official
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- Marie Valentine McDemmond — educator, accomplished leader, visionary, mentor, and “the first” in many aspects of her career — passed away July 27, 2022. She was 76 years old. She leaves a void in her family, the Norfolk State University community, and in the world of educators in the Commonwealth and beyond.
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- Norfolk State University bestowed the honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree and the
Commencement Presidential Medallion upon singer, songwriter and producer Missy Elliott
at the University's 109th Commencement Ceremony. Elliott served as the commencement
keynote speaker.
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- All of these are examples of potential applications from a research project that Hongzhi Guo, Ph.D., assistant professor of engineering at Norfolk State, is conducting. He recently received a $499,337 award from the National Science Foundation.
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- The design is on T-Shirts now on sale at Target nationwide in celebration of Black History Month 2023.
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- The Joseph Jenkins Roberts Center for African Diaspora Studies at Norfolk State University was awarded $150,000 for its project, “Sold Down River: Making the Invisible, Visible,” by the Virginia African American Cultural Center, Inc. (VAACC) as part of the VAACC’s Virginia Tourism Corporation grant.
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The Norfolk State University Spartan Legion put on a series of stunning performances at the 2023 Tournament of Roses Parade and events. See the photos and articles.
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- The University of the West Indies (The UWI), Mona, and Norfolk State University (NSU) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) committing to areas of cooperation.
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- NSU inducted 32 individuals into the prestigious Emerald Society. The inductees were recognized for their financial and personal commitment to Norfolk State University and their leadership in the greater community.
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- This is the November 2022 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of November in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- AT&T* Dream in Black is proud to announce its second Rising Future Makers Class. The 2022 class honors 25 students, all from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), who are making a positive impact in their communities and on their campuses.
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- Amazon’s Career Choice program provides pre-paid tuition for hourly employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere
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- College and university students need more support to be successful in higher education, according to a new report from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV).
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- Norfolk State University Testing Services was awarded Test Center Certification by the National College Testing Association (NCTA).
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- The Division of Student Affairs (The Office of Campus Life & Diversity), OVW (Office on Violence Against Women) NSU Campus Grant Program and Norfolk State Police Department are official community partners proudly working with Norfolk Public School’s “Adopt- A- School” Mentoring Program featured at Ingleside Elementary.
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- Reflections of Norfolk State University Military Alumni Chapter Foundation (MACF) Participation in the 40th Anniversary Of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, DC
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- My dear Norfolk State, it is with great sorrow and pain that I write you today. This continued violence leaves us hurt and bewildered. We continue to try to find ways to cope today and change the world going forward. It is my hope that you and your families are safe and well.
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- Grammy-award-winning singer, rapper, songwriter and producer Missy Elliott will deliver the keynote address to approximately 400 graduating students at Norfolk State University’s Commencement Ceremony.
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- The Norfolk State University Board of Visitors extended the contract of President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston to 2027.
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- On the final night of Mighty Dream Forum, Pharrell Williams recognized young minority entrepreneurs through his nonprofit Black Ambition. At the Dinner with a Purpose, Black Ambition give away $2.5 million to startups.
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- National test scores show that Virginia students have experienced extensive learning loss in recent years. A new state program will help at-risk students recover using tutors from Virginia HBCUs.
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- This is the October 2022 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of August in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- Norfolk State University Professors Drs. Ashley Haines (Biology), Sharon Alston (Social Work), and Renny Fernandez (Engineering) have successfully partnered with the University of Virginia on a $5 million grant.
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- NSU has been ranked one of the nation’s best schools for online healthcare degrees and certificates for 2023. Six percent of regionally accredited colleges and universities earned a ranking position.
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- Norfolk State University offers students access to mental health and well-being services 24/7 through a partnership with TimelyCare, a virtual health platform.
state University is providing free mental health and well-being services 24/7 through TimelyCare.
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- In the past couple years, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have experienced an unprecedented influx of private and federal funding, while at the same time seeing an increase in student enrollment.
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- This is a photo gallery and captions for recent Event and Honors received by President Javaune Adams-Gaston.
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- Norfolk State University President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston, along with the President of Texas Southern University Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young, participated in a special panel discussion about HBCU Leadership for the 37th Legislative Conference for the National Organization of Black Elected Legislative Women (NOBEL).
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- Norfolk State University Professors Drs. Claude Turner, Patricia Mead, and Carlene Turner have successfully secured a $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
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- This is the September 2022 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of August in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- Tidewater African Cultural Alliance and Norfolk State University Dance Theatre will hold the 4th annual Afrobeats FEST 757. The mini-festival will take place through four events at the NSU Student Center.
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- NSU has some new game-day protocols in place at Dick Price Stadium this year. This will provide a safer environment for the public and expedite fan entry into the stadium.
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- Despite steady declines in enrollment at colleges and universities throughout the nation, Norfolk State University saw a 17% increase in new incoming students and a 5% increase in total students.
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- Norfolk State University will work with IBM to establish a Cybersecurity Leadership Center, giving students and faculty access to IBM training, software and certifications at no cost.
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- For the third year in a row, Norfolk State University has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Top 20 HBCUs in the nation.
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- Brian K. Covington has been selected as Norfolk State University’s new Chief of Police following an extensive national search by the University.
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- This is the August 2022 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of August in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- Frank Batten, Jr., President and CEO of the Landmark Foundation, presented President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston with a $5 million check in a presentation ceremony in the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center on Friday, Sept, 2, 2022.
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- Our prayers and condolences are with all those impacted by the tragic event of Sept. 3, 2022.
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- To continue the celebration of Black history year-round, the Virginia Beach History Museums, Norfolk State University (NSU) and the Princess Anne County Training School/Union Kempsville High School Alumni and Friends Association (PACTS/UKHS) are excited to announce their next panel event, “Black Health & Wellness: Looking Back to Find the Path Forward.” This free, quarterly virtual panel series kicked off in February, and will continue through December 2022.
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- As part of Agoge Week 2022, students took part in an environmental justice event that took place Saturday, Aug. 27. The event was organized in collaboration with Campus Life and Diversity, Student Activities, the Biology Department, and the Elizabeth River Project.
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- NSU President Javaune Adams-Gaston made an official statement Aug. 26, 2022, on student debt cancellation and encourages all Spartans to take advantage of this opportunity.
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- NSU is in the process of receiving a sub-award from EVMS to help address substance use issues among women who are pregnant and/or parenting. The award is part of a $1.5 million grant to EVMS from Sentara as part of its Sentara Cares grants.
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- Dr. Hongzhi Guo, assistant professor of engineering, is among the National Science Foundation’s 2022 Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER) awardees.
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- Norfolk State University recognized four distinguished faculty members at the Fall 2022 Opening Conference on Tuesday, Aug. 16. President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston presented the Distinguished Faculty Awards before the conference’s assembled faculty, staff, and administrators in the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center.
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- This is the July 2022 rendition of the CSET Good news report highlighting the memorable awards and opportunities that transpired in the month of July in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- In a first for Norfolk State University, all NSU foundations came together with the NSU National Alumni Association and University Advancement to talk about strategy at the Affiliated Foundation Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Dr. Harry Watkins, Board of Visitors Member and Foundation Liaison, presided over the meeting.
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- Norfolk State University has received a $225,000 grant from The Teagle Foundation and the National Endowment for the Humanities
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- It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Dr. Marie V. McDemmond, Norfolk State University’s third President, who led the University from 1997‒2005.
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- Norfolk State University announced its participation in the Grow with Google HBCU Career Readiness Program. The initiative helps Black college students at over 30 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) prepare for the workforce through digital skills training and career workshops.
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- Norfolk State University’s July 2022 Nursing Pinning Ceremony was held on campus in the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center Saturday, July 23, from 2 to 4 p.m.
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- Dr. Sharon T. Alston, assistant professor of social work, is among the 51 educators selected as Teaching Grant recipients by Course Hero, an online learning platform. The recipients were selected from a pool of 374 faculty projects that were submitted for the fall 2022 term. The awardees will be recognized at Course Hero’s fifth annual educator summit July 28-29.
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- Sponsored by the Micron Foundation, the Micron Technology Chip Camp at Norfolk State University from July 19 through July 21, 2022, was a free day camp filled with hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) activities related to semiconductor manufacturing and engineering jobs.
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- Ms. Brianna Williams has been appointed as Assistant Vice President for Access and Equal Opportunity, effective August 10, 2022.
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- Norfolk State University President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston has been named an ex-oficio member of the NCAA Board of Governors.
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- Virginia Counselors Association (VCA) and Virginia Counselors Association Foundation (VCAF) announce a joint contribution of $5,000 to the Norfolk State University (NSU) counseling education programs.
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- This is a brief description of the updated accomplishments of the College of Science Engineering and Technology for June 2022.
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- Norfolk State University formally became an Associate Member of the Virginia Association of State College and University Purchasing Professionals (VASCUPP), effective June 9, 2022, and is the first HBCU to become a member of the professional association.
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- NSU President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston participated in the Elephant in the Room Business panel. This panel was moderated by Ryan Shadrick and Pharrell Williams and panelists included black CEOs and executives from Fortune 500 companies.
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- Clifford Denize, Doctoral Student at the Center for Materials Science and CREST CREAM scholar, advisor Dr. Messaoud Bahoura, received A $3,000 Academic Excellence Scholarship from the National Society of Leadership and Success
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- NSU celebrates Pride. Love is love. Be who you are.
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- Spartan Suites Apartments has been selected as the Winner of the 2022 Best of Norfolk Awards in the category of Furnished Apartment Building.
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- Martue Freeman-Parker, NSU alumna and author, shares her story of how she was able to pivot her business to account for the changes brought on by the global pandemic back in 2020.
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- Message from Javaune Adams-Gaston, Ph.D., President
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- The Elizabeth River Project recently celebrated the groundbreaking of an innovative living laboratory and learning park designed to respond to sea-level rise and urban flooding.
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- Washington, May 16, 2022 — The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) has selected 22 outstanding, senior-level higher education professionals to participate in the 2022 Millennium Leadership Initiative (MLI).
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- Sentara Healthcare has established two new collaborative grants at EVMS, ODU and NSU to decrease health disparities in underserved communities.
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- Culminating a three-year project, the library now boasts a new, fully operational, and fully updated 3D Printing Lab in its new first floor Makerspace. 3D printing is the ability to create three-dimensional objects using specialized software to create 3D models made of plastic (or other materials) that has been melted and resolidified into the desired design.
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- Major donors and NSU alumni Dr. Patricia Lynch Stith and her husband Dr. Melvin Stith are honored at the inaugural Stith Retention Conference, May 30-31, 2022.
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- Two former Norfolk State football players will get their crack at making an NFL roster. Former Spartan defensive end De'Shaan Dixon has signed a free agent contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars, while former NSU receiver Marcque Ellington accepted an invitation to the New York Giants rookie mini-camp.
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- Highlight of technology based developments reported in NSU's College of Science, Engineering and Technology in April 2022.
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- The Division of Student Affairs, in collaboration with the Ideal Spartan Committee, presents the Ideal Spartan winners for the academic year.
Students were nominated by the campus community and winners were selected based on their contributions to the University environment. Winners exhibited actions that fostered Civility, Pride, Engagement, Curiosity, Integrity and Excellence.
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- For the third consecutive time, Norfolk State University has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD).
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- The National Black Theatre Festival, the largest Black theatre festival in the world, recently announced the festival selections for 2022.
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- MCJR Week Offers Futuristic Vision to Legacy Program - The Mass Communication and Journalism Department provided the best of the best to Norfolk State University for the 2022 MCJR Week. The theme was “Vision Cast 2022: The Fusion of Legacy and Futurism.”
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- NSUIC and Partners Funnel $1M Into Economy - The NSU Innovation Center is proud to announce that the center, and the entrepreneurs from around the Hampton Roads area who graduated from its signature incubation program, have raised more than $1 million in funding, which has been circulated back into the local and national economy.
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- RISE 2022 Brings Researchers and NSU Students Together - This year, the success of The Annual Research and Innovation Symposium and Exhibition (RISE) from April 4 through April 7, 2022, has only continued to grow and bring in stronger talent with each successive year, and this year was no different.
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- William Carroll Writers’ Festival Inspires NSU Students - The month of April kicked off with the 8th annual William Carroll Writers’ Festival. Hosted by Assistant Professor Dr. Jocelyn Heath, the English and Foreign Language departments hold the three-day event, along with the university, to commemorate the legacy of the late Dr. William Carroll, a Norfolk State alumnus and faculty member of the English department.
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- Devon Henry was featured for helping Virginia rid itself of its Confederate legacy.
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- Norfolk State University President Javaune Adams-Gaston, Ph.D., has been selected to serve on the President’s Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The appointment was recently announced by President Joe Biden.
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- In accordance with §23.1-307.D. of the Code of Virginia (see below), Norfolk State University is providing notice that changes to the University’s tuition and fees are now being considered.
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- The Spartan Legion will march in the 134th Tournament of Roses Parade in January 2023.
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- The Fire Marshall has deemed the facility safe and cleared it for occupancy. To begin resettling our students, we are returning all affected students to campus.
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- Alumna Defies Stereotypes to Become Accomplished Black Scientist and Role Model.
Even though the popular film “Hidden Figures” featured smart, strong
Black women blazing trails a generation ago at NASA’s Hampton, Virginia,
facility, today’s image of a scientist is still likely to be one of an “old white
guy” in a lab coat. And that’s what Korie Grayson, Ph.D., (B.S. ’12),
biomedical engineer and chemical engineering researcher, wants to change. The
attractive 31-year-old Black woman, who listens to R&B and Afrobeat music and
describes herself as a foodie, a wine enthusiast and a workout junkie, is just one
example of what a scientist is today.
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- Norfolk State University hosted a business economic forum Thursday, Oct. 28, held by entertainment entrepreneur Pharrell Williams. The mogul’s “The Elephant in the Room” was a business economic panel discussion aimed at helping move the region’s economic development forward.
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- Provides Apple Devices to Every Student and Faculty Member
Norfolk State University launched the Spartan Innovation Academy program last fall, a new initiative that provides students, faculty and staff with access to industry-leading technology and specialized training for app development. NSU is the first Historically Black
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- Intellectual property needs to be protected
yet students at Historically Black Colleges
and Universities (HBCUs) are often not
taught the process of how to do so. Dr. Kevin
C. Santiago, assistant professor of engineering
at Norfolk State, plans to change that with the
help of a $25,000 Michelson grant.
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- Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University and Eastern Virginia Medical School (O.N.E.) agreed in August to work toward
establishing Virginia's first school of public health. The proposed O.N.E.
School of Public Health (ONE SPH) would be only the third collaborative of
it's kind in the country.
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- T he restructured higher education financial and administrative act of 2005
allows for public colleges and universities to enter into a memorandum
of understanding with the Governor and respective cabinet Secretaries
to receive additional authority in three areas, capital outlay, information
technology, and procurement
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- Jacob Strimaitis, Doctoral Student at the Center for Materials Science, advisor Dr. Messaoud Bahoura, recently published in Scientific Reports, a Nature Portfolio journal, with his work
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- William and Mozella Delk recently presented $10,000 to Norfolk State University Advancement Vice President Clifford Porter.
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- Four students are representing Norfolk State in this year’s semifinals round of the AT&T HBCU Innovation Challenge.
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- Contributions of more than 15,000 items and a pledge from Harris Teeter has helped NSU’s Spartan Food Pantry provide food security, as well as other needed items, to support the academic wellness of students while attending Norfolk State University.
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- Norfolk State alumna Eboni Harrington, class of 2015, started teaching 5th-grade math at a North Carolina charter school right out of college. And, in her words, “everything that could go wrong did.”
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- Two Norfolk State University grads who formed a “brotherhood” when they were college roommates nearly 30 years ago shared their love for each other in a different type of way this Valentine’s Day — a living donor organ transplant that will help save one of their lives. It was also National Donor Day.
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- Making Waves had the opportunity to connect with Lieutenant (LT) Carey Lewis, Cyber Strategy Exercise Support Lead for the U.S. Coast Guard and NSU Alumni class of 2012.
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- The Elizabeth River Project advanced Norfolk State University to Model Level in 2022 as one of the project’s River Star Businesses.
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- You might have seen her on the Ellen DeGeneres show Friday, Oct. 16, 2020, when Ellen surprised Rickkita Riddick with overwhelming support of the Virginia Beach woman’s nonprofit organization called Sisters Healing Sisters.
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- Highlight of technology based developments reported in NSU's College of Science, Engineering and Technology in January 2022.
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- Dr. Leon Rouson was appointed to the Norfolk School Board on December 15, 2021 and his term will expire on December 31, 2022.
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- Dr. Rhonda Fitzgerald was recognized by the American Statistical Association (ASA) during Black History Month.
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- NSU echoes our global commitment to workplace health by participating in the CEO Cancer Gold Standard Program.
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- As an integral part of the National Day of Service, Norfolk State University is sponsoring a food and essential items pantry drive from Monday, January 17, through Monday, January 31.
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- Dr. Joseph L. Jefferson’07 was recently selected the Jazz Education Network’s 2022 Ellis Marsalis Jr. Jazz Educator of the Year!
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- ESPN’s the Undefeated, “…the premier platform for exploring the intersections of race, sports and culture,” has ranked the Norfolk State University Spartan Legion Marching Band No. 1 in the Division I HBCU Band Rankings for 2021.
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- CSET faculty and students were busy last fall in the areas of computer science, physics, materials research, engineering, nursing and food science. Learn about their many research accomplishments and awards across these STEM fields at Norfolk State University. And congratulations Spartans!
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- As part of his Thank You, Virginia Tour, Governor Ralph Northam visited the Norfolk State University Lyman Beecher Brooks Library rotunda on Thursday, Dec. 9, to announce newproposed funding before an assembled crowd of higher education dignitaries, including President Javaune Adams-Gaston, the NSU Board of Visitors and Virginia State University President Makola M. Abdullah.
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- Norfolk State University’s mighty Spartan Legion Marching Band has been invited to participate in the 134th annual Tournament of Roses Parade in 2023.
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- Norfolk State University, the state’s largest Historically Black College and University, and the City of Norfolk hosted a forum at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 30, in the Dorothy B. Brothers Auditorium in partnership with Mayor Kenneth Alexander of Norfolk.
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Norfolk State University is pleased to announce that Virginia native Pharrell Williams will deliver the keynote address at NSU’s 107th Commencement Exercise, which will honor the December graduates in the Class of 2021.
Norfolk State University is pleased to announce that Virginia native Pharrell Williams will deliver the keynote address at NSU’s 107th Commencement Exercise, which will honor the December graduates in the Class of 2021.
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- Shelita Hall, a CMR PhD program student, has been selected for a Student Engineering (Doctoral Pathways Trainee) Employee for NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC)’s Human Research program.
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- Penn National and the Score donated $1M to the Dozoretz National Institute for Mathematics and Applied Sciences (DNIMAS).
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- NSU Partners with Academic Partnerships to offer Affordable, High-Quality Online Programs.
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- National League for Nursing and Johnson & Johnson focus on HBCUs to address shortages. Read more
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- The Registrar’s Office and the Office of Information Technology will launch a new online registration application.
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- This is collection of accomplishments in the NSU College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- Norfolk State University hosted a business economic forum Thursday, Oct. 28, held by entertainment entrepreneur Pharrell Williams. The mogul’s “The Elephant in the Room” was a business economic panel discussion aimed at helping move the region’s economic development forward.
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- Three NSU students won the SANS+HBCU Cyber Range Fall Classic Cyberwars competition.
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- Start your Transfer Experience Now!
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- CSET Good News Report for the month of September (2021).
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- Norfolk State University has partnered with WAVY-TV to host a roundtable discussion with Virginia Gubernatorial candidates Glenn Youngkin (R) and Terry McAuliffe (D) on Thursday, October 7.
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- Norfolk State University, with Dr. Marie St. Rose serving as the Project Director, has received $5 million to establish a Master of Health Informatics degree program in the Department of Nursing and Allied Health. The cooperative agreement, in consortium with the Virginia Department of Health and the Hampton Roads Community Health Center, seeks to produce 100 underrepresented minority graduates by December 2024.
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- A Virginia online gaming group has donated $1 million to the five HBCUs of Virginia and promised 4% of annual net revenue sharing in coming years with a minimum annual contribution of $500,000 share by the HBCUs.
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- NSU to Launch Spartan Innovation Academy Program, Provide Students with Apple iPad Pros
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- Message from Javaune Adams-Gaston, Ph.D., President
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- The Shawn Carter Foundation, together with BeyGOOD and Tiffany & Co., have made a $2 million dollar gift to five select HBCUs: Norfolk State University, Lincoln University, Bennett College, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, and Central State University. The Carters said, “We are honored to announce the About Love scholarship.”
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- Norfolk State University Announces Spartan Innovation Academy Program, University to Provide Every Student and Faculty Member with Apple Devices
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- CSET Good News Report for the month of August 2021
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- NSU, ODU and EVMS Sign Memorandum of Understanding for Regional School of Public Health
The presidents of each institution formally committed to a joint effort to address public health and health inequities in underserved communities.
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- Distinguished alumnus and benefactor joins Norfolk State as visiting professor
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- As we continue to build on our efforts to advance the mission and vision of Norfolk State University, I am pleased to announce the appointment of the following exceptional higher education leaders in the Division of Academic Affairs.
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- Dr. Désiré Baloubi, professor of English at Norfolk State University, hosts “What’s Up, Africa?" on the Pan-African Television network popularly known as “Tempo Afric TV.”
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- Theophilus Clark, our Associate Director of Learning Assistance Programs in the Dr. Patricia Lynch Stith Student Success Center, has accepted a new position with Rutgers University.
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- The Registrar’s Office and the Office of Information Technology will launch a new online registration application.
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- This summer, Norfolk State University biology students and faculty helped the Elizabeth River Project in its effort to restore oyster habitats along the Elizabeth River.
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- Spartans McKinley Lowery and Skylar Groves tapped as 2021 HBCU Scholars by The White House Initiative on Historically Black Colleges and Universities
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- Good News Report for College of Science, Engineering, and Technology - July 2021
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- New and Reappointments to the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors
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- Professor Anthony Stockard was honored on Monday, July 12 as one of “25 Game Changers in American Theatre” by Black Masks. The publication which was founded in 1984 is the oldest existing Black/African-American theatre journal in the country and is endowed by Tony-Award-winning, Broadway legend Andre DeShields.
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- Marty Miller’s storied career received perhaps its crowning milestone Wednesday as the former Norfolk State University baseball coach was named a member of the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame 2022 induction class.
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- Alumnus credits NSU experience with acquiring position with Netflix - Now he is helping the next generation of Spartans to grab opportunities in Silicon Valley
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- Director of Track and Field Kenneth Giles
named as one of the MEAC's 50 Legends in Coaching
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- Q: What effect has the pandemic and the marches for racial just had on Historically Black Colleges and Universities in terms of their visibility?
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- Netflix Partnership Seen as Helping to Build Black Talent Pipeline to High-Tech
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- NSU Receives Transformation and Historical $40 Million Gift
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- This Young Men’s Leadership Academy graduate received more than $1 million in scholarships and plenty of offers from colleges and universities around the country, but he ended up choosing to major in fashion design at Norfolk State University. Find out why in this article from the Fort Worth Report.
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- With a pandemic that has directly or indirectly impacted us all, multiple acts of violence projected on communities of color, and political unrest, we have all felt an overwhelming burden. Countless lives around us have been lost including some of those in our NSU community.
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- Norfolk State University continues to make strides in seeking to be one of the most affordable universities in the nation. This effort has been galvanized by the allocation of $2.5M dollars in Cares Act funding to eliminate outstanding balances for more than 1200 students.
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- Norfolk State University and the Military Alumni Chapter Foundation recently recognized four distinguished alumni who were inducted into the NSU ROTC Hall of Fame in 2020.
The NSU ROTC Hall of Fame was established to honor the accomplishments of individuals who have distinguished themselves in military or civilian pursuits and have made significant contributions to the ideals and principles of which the ROTC program was established.
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- The COVID-19 pandemic altered our daily routines and placed many activities on hold. As a community, we worked together to survive and thrive during this pandemic by sacrificing our norms across campus. With the availability of vaccines, we are seeing a reduction of COVID-19 cases and the lifting of safety restrictions at the local, state, and federal levels.
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- While the Lyman Beecher Brooks Library in the middle of the Norfolk State University campus was servicing patrons digitally 24/7 during the pandemic, the iconic building was closed from March 2020 to September 2020. Nonetheless, a lot was happening in that building over this past year. The majority of the first floor was undergoing major renovation. Now the first phase of that renovation is complete.
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- The Norfolk State baseball team won its first-ever MEAC championship in dramatic fashion Saturday, rallying to beat North Carolina Central 7-6 on Alsander Womack’s two-out, walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the 11th inning.
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- Norfolk State University honored four of its alumni during the afternoon commencement ceremony for the 2020 graduation class on Saturday, May 15, at William “Dick” Price Stadium.
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- Former Norfolk State men’s basketball great Robert ‘Bob’ Dandridge has been named one of 16 inductees to the 2021 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class, it was announced on Sunday.
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- Commencement Speaker
Joan G. Wilmer ’99, Rector
Norfolk State University Board of Visitors
Growth and change are the driving forces of Ms. Joan G. Wilmer’s career.
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- Commencement Speaker & Honorary Degree Recipient - Jerry Brooks
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- Norfolk State University - Honoring Excellent Educators
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- Norfolk State University will hold two in-person commencement ceremonies for the Spring 2020 graduation class and students from the Class of 2021 on Saturday, May 15
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- Dr. Karen Hills Pruden, NSU assistant vice president for Human Resources, was recently honored by the Virginia Beach Coalition at the group’s Leading the Charge for Equity program.
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- An NSU student is working to raise money for binoculars as a way of introducing Black girls to birding and hopefully a career in natural science.
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- Norfolk State saw its season come to a close on Saturday night with a 98-55 loss to No. 1 seed Gonzaga in the NCAA Tournament First Round at Bankers Life Coliseum.
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- The men’s basketball team beat Appalachian State Thursday and will face Gonzaga Saturday.
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- The Spartans are champions! Behind 17 points from tournament MVP Joe Bryant Jr. and a stout defensive effort, the Norfolk State men's basketball team defeated Morgan State 71-63 on Saturday afternoon at Norfolk Scope Arena.
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- A summary of things which are noteworthy happening in our own College of Science, Engineering and Technology.
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- Norfolk State University President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston Releases Statement about Norfolk State University Alumna Maia Chaka Becoming the National Football League’s First Black Woman Referee
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- The North America business of Diageo, a global beverage leader, is committing $10 million to support 25 HBCUs, including NSU.
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- U.S. Army 1st Lt. Angelena Garland, a Norfolk State University alumna, served as the lead escort during the wreath-laying ceremony that was part of the January 20 inauguration ceremonies for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
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- The Spartan Community and its supporters stepped up for our students by filling the shelves of the Spartan Pantry with food and essential items. The effort, undertaken as part of the Martin Luther King Day National Day of Service, was nationally registered with the Presidential Inaugural Committee call to service. Read More
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- Sentara Healthcare and Sentara Health Plans has announced a $10 million investment, called The Sentara Healthier Communities Fund to bolster public health for underserved communities and support healthcare education.
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- Both NSU and NSU Board of Visitors (B.O.V.) member, Bishop Kim Brown, were recipients of Hampton Roads Encore Awards. During a virtual ceremony on December 30, 2020, NSU was presented with the Best College/University Award. Bishop Brown was presented with two Encore Awards – the Humanitarian Award and the Best Pastor Award.
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- Norfolk State University receives the largest single-donor gift in its 85-year history!
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- In celebration of Computer Science Education Week, Norfolk State University announced it will become a community center for Coding and Creativity.
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- Students at Norfolk State University will receive support in several initiatives designed to enhance student retention and degree completion, increase the representation of minority students in STEM careers
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- Hampton Roads native and music icon Pharrell Williams, a friend and supporter of Norfolk State University, this week launched Black Ambition, a non-profit initiative that will provide a bridge to success for Black and Latinx entrepreneurs who are launching tech, design, healthcare, and consumer products/services start-ups.
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- Portsmouth’s top prosecutor hopes her new book helps inspire kids — of all colors — to find their place
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- Norfolk State University is part of the Norfolk Innovation Corridor, designed to attract and retain tech startups and talent to the area.
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- Political science major Symone Thomas and Paralympic gold medalist April Holmes ’96 were recognized as part of the second She Got Now program, celebrates the brilliant women whose HBCU education has propelled them to great opportunities.
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- The O'Bryant brothers may be twins, but they are individuals with their own dreams and goals.
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- In January 2015, then-Vice President Joe Biden visited Norfolk State University to announce NSU’s leadership of a $25 million grant and consortium to support cybersecurity education.
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- ingle mother, raising two boys on her own. She didn’t quit when the COVID-19 pandemic forced her employer to close, and she lost her job. And she didn’t quit when the ELLEN Show twice rejected her requests to be a guest.
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- Norfolk State University, Netflix and 2U, a global leader in technology education, are entering a partnership to launch three online tech boot camps for current students and alumni from the class of 2019 and 2020. Students who are accepted are eligible to receive a Netflix scholarship that will cover the cost of attendance.
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- The U.S. Senatorial Debate between Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., and the Republican challenger, Daniel Gade, Ph.D., held at the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center, marked the first time in the University’s 85-year history that it hosted a live U.S. Senatorial Debate.
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- The Norfolk State University Student Support Services Program/TRIO has been approved for five more years (2020-2025) after receiving a $2,500,720 grant.
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- Norfolk State University is part of a $1.18 million grant to study the mistrust of COVID-19 guidance among underserved and vulnerable communities.
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- For the first time in Norfolk State University’s 85-year history, the institution will host a live U.S. Senatorial Debate on campus between Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., and his Republican challenger, Daniel Gade, Ph.D., at the L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center. The Oct. 3 debate will focus on racial disparities and inequities in education, healthcare, economic mobility and the criminal justice system.
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- Norfolk State University was established in the midst of the Great Depression 85 years ago. Just like 1935, Norfolk State finds itself in the midst of another set of global and national crises, and just like 1935, the University is striding ahead undaunted and resolute.
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- Norfolk State University has received the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET reaffirmation for its undergraduate engineering programs and the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET reaffirmation for its undergraduate computer science program.
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- WNSB, located on the campus of Norfolk State University, is among four public urban alternative radio stations combining efforts to encourage their young and diverse audiences to register and vote in the 2020 election.
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- Norfolk State University is one of 11 HBCUs to benefit from Dominion Energy’s $35 million “HBCU Promise” initiative. Read More.
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- Three Norfolk State professors have received nearly a half million dollars from the National Science Foundation to study the impact of cybersecurity policies on employees’ efficiency and performance predictability.
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- Virginia Governor Ralph Northam reappointed BK Fulton and Devon M. Henry to the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors.
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- Dr. Colita Nichols Fairfax, NSU professor of social work, was recently appointed by Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, as a member of the newly created Commission for Historical Statues in the United States Capitol.
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- NSU Alumna Works to Develop COVID-19 Test
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- A Crowning Glory: The Crown Act and History of Natural Hair
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- Dozoretz Leaves Legacy of Success
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- Helping grow, diversify STEM Educators
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- Juneteenth is one of the most important moments in Black history.
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- The NSU Honda Campus All-Star Challenge team and Coach Michael Cotter present COVID-19 Relief gift to Dr. Amanda Gibson and student directors of the EVMS HOPES Free Clinic, June 12, 2020.
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- The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), the Virginia Secretary of Education’s Office and the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV) launched Phase II of the statewide #VaHigherEdTogether messaging campaign today with a new video featuring the mascots
from 45 of Virginia's colleges and universities.
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- On my very first day as President of Norfolk State University, one of the finest Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the nation, this declaration was the centerpiece of my commitment and conviction for the campus community.
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- A Message from Virginia's College and University Presidents
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- Please help us meet the most pressing and immediate needs, of our students by visiting here to make a financial gift to this relief fund. Your generosity can give our students the ability to overcome the difficult obstacles presented by COVID-19. Click the header to read more.
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- Norfolk State University and the city of Norfolk honor a local black woman who fought laws that effectively denied black Virginia residents their right to cast a ballot.
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- Student Center Room 149 is now the Dorothy B. Brothers Auditorium.
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- The Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work
2020 Social Work Month Activities
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- Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced an initiative intended to increase the number of secondary teachers in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) field.
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- This year’s Black History Month theme, African Americans and the Vote, comes at a crucial time. The struggle for the right to vote is a story of activism and commitment by people of African descent to attain and hold on to this right.
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- The Norfolk State University Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) Team prepares to compete for $75,000 in Los Angeles, California, March 28 – April 1, 2020.
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- WNSB is gearing up to celebrate its 40 anniversary.
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- The Elizabeth River Project has recognized Norfolk State University for its environmental efforts.
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- Norfolk State University President Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston and Professor and Director of the Cybersecurity Complex, Dr. Aurelia Williams, DPS, celebrated an important milestone this week! They attended the Treasury and GSA’s official MOU signing of a landmark agreement to increase HBCU participation in federal contracting. Also pictured are Jonathan Holifield, the Executive Director for the White House Initiative on HBCUs and Donna M. Ragucci, Director of the OSDBU.
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- Urban League honors two individuals who are connected to NSU at Community Leaders’ Breakfast.
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- Nia Vargas, a participant of the Center’s Early Stage Business Strategy and Finance Workshops with Mr. Jim Franklin, won Black Brand’s Wealth Machine Pitch Contest during its Black Diamond Weekend event for local entrepreneurs.
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- Governor Northam Honors Norfolk State for Strong Support of Small Businesses
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- Norfolk State University Receives Reaffirmation of its Accreditation
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- The U.S. Senate has passed critical funding for historically black colleges and universities that had been previously stalled.
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- Norfolk State University Board of Visitors (BOV) Member BK Fulton, a seasoned corporate executive and founder of Soulidifly Productions, a Richmond-based film and production company, will deliver the commencement address at Norfolk State University’s 2019 Fall Commencement Ceremony.
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- Norfolk State University recently unveiled the Psychology Suite in honor of Alumnus Dr. James E. Savage, Jr.
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- Materials science and engineering alumnus wins postdoc research slam competition.
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- President Javaune Adams-Gaston provided the keynote address at the ACCESS College Foundation’s annual luncheon recently held in Norfolk.
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- Norfolk State University has signed on to an initiative by Gov. Ralph Northam to help create a talent pool of high tech graduates.
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- Our 2019 homecoming was certainly one for the books. Not only was it a great time for our alumni and students to reconnect with one another, several alumni also took the opportunity to give back to Norfolk State University in a big way. Among those generous individuals was alumnus Darien C. Grant ’89.
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- Homecoming 2019 was one for the books! Check out some of the photos and videos from some of this year's events.
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- Actress Kerry Washington is coming to NSU for a discussion about voting, activism and democracy
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- Witches, ghosts, goblins and all manner of scary and evil spirits have been a part of the Halloween tradition.
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- A School of Business major was recently honored.
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- A former Virginia Commonwealth University administrator has joined Norfolk State University this month in a new senior leadership role. Dr. Justin Moses, a Michigan native, will serve as Vice President for Operations and Chief Strategist for Institutional Effectiveness
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- Dr. Colita Nichols Fairfax, professor of social work, will be honored by UNCF
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- Zeus Campbell has starred in movies, and was just recently featured in a film that earned an Academy Award.
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- Larnell B. Exum ’85 never dreamed that he would be leading Congressional delegations on fact-finding tours abroad.
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- Angela Reddix, Ph.D., adjunct professor in Norfolk State University’s School of Business and CEO of A. Reddix and Associates (ARDX), understands the obstacles women face in the business world.
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- She’s not only determined to achieve her goals in the classroom, she is also a woman on a serious mission to change the world outside of it.
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- Heels & Helmets, Hall of Fame, Casino Royale Highlight Battle of the States Week.
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- After a national search, Norfolk State University administrators have selected Vincent M. Moore to serve as the new Chief of Police and Public Safety.
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- This summer, Norfolk State University received a special honor from the Hampton Roads Community. We were voted the Best University in the Hampton Roads area during the inaugural Encore Awards Show on July 27.
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- Governor Ralph Northam released the following statement on the passing of former Norfolk State University President Dr. Harrison Benjamin Wilson Jr.
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- Africa to America: The Odyssey of Slavery by Voices of America
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- The 1619 Making of America Summit will explore the 400-year journey of our founding cultures—Native, African, and English peoples, immigrant stories, and the contributions and influences that have shaped the building of America. The summit will highlight the three pillars of the commemoration: Diversity, Democracy, and Opportunity.
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- The Norfolk State athletics department had a total of 66 student-athletes on the MEAC All-Academic Team this year as the conference office released its entire all-academic list this week.
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- Virginia Governor Ralph Northam signed an executive order on Wednesday at Norfolk State University to expand opportunities for the Commonwealth’s Small-, Women-, Minority-, and Service Disabled Veteran-owned businesses (SWaM).
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- Message from Javaune Adams-Gaston, Ph.D., President
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- Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced the three new appointments to the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors.
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- Norfolk State University recently entered a partnership with a South Korean university and its medical school.
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- Two Norfolk State University students have been selected as 2019 Governor’s Fellows.
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- The Norfolk State University School of Business recently held the Hampton Roads Business Communication Competition for high school students on the university’s campus where High School students won scholarships, cash prizes
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- The Norfolk State University Police Department recently welcomed five new officers to its ranks.
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- David Tenenbaum has had the good fortune of having a script he co-wrote get not just one, but two recognitions this year.
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- The Norfolk State University Board of Visitors introduced the University’s seventh president to community, business, educational and elected leaders on May 23.
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- A Norfolk State University junior was recently featured in a TEDx talk (TEDxLAHS) where he spoke to students at a California high school about how college affordability and how he was able to cover the cost of his education by applying for various scholarships.
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- Enjoy an evening of Culture and Cuisine. Join the Norfolk State University Foundation for the Taste of NSU – An Evening to Culture & Cuisine, Thursday, May 30, 2019, from 6–9 p.m., in the Norfolk State University Student Center
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- Jessica Orvis is running in the Boston Marathon. It's the fulfillment of promise made 5 years ago.
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- The Norfolk State University Innovation Center On the Main in downtown Norfolk was dedicated on March 11.
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- Norfolk State University Interim President Melvin T. Stith, Sr., Ph.D., and Vice Admiral Scott Buschman, Commander, Coast Guard Atlantic Area, signed a formal memorandum of agreement Friday, March 22, that continues the partnership between the two entities.
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- The Norfolk State University’s Theater Company and Department of Mass Communication and Journalism will host “An Evening with Zeus Campbell.” Campbell is an NSU alumnus, Norfolk native, and a cast member of the Oscar Award-winning film, Skin.
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- Norfolk State University will induct 13 generous and deserving donors —all who have gifted at least $100,000 in their lifetime to the institution— into the prestigious Lyman Beecher Brooks Society at the 2019 Green and Gold Ball on April 27 at 7 p.m. at Joseph G. Echols Memorial Hall on campus.
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- Journalist Yamiche Alcindor, currently a White House Correspondent for the PBS NewsHour, will deliver the keynote address at Norfolk State University’s 2019 Spring Commencement Ceremony at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, at William “Dick” Price Stadium.
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- Band and Alumni Affiliated with Projects That Add Up to Entertainment’s Highest Achievement
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- The Norfolk State University Division of Music will present “The Arts in Our Town,” a concert highlighting some of the extraordinary artists who showcase their artistry and talents in the cities of Hampton Roads.
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- Norfolk State University will honor three of its alumni at the 2019 Alumni Awards Reception & Dinner on Friday, May 3.
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- Norfolk State University Interim President Melvin T. Stith, Jr., Ph.D., will meet with Vice Admiral Scott Buschman, Commander, Coast Guard Atlantic Area and Coast Guard representatives on Friday, March 22, 2019 to renew a formal memorandum of agreement to continue the partnership between the two entities as part of the military organization’s College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative (CSPI) program.
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- The Norfolk State University Board of Visitors named Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston as the 7th President of Norfolk State University.
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- Students attending a Virginia-based college are eligible to use a free tool to discover their talent for cybersecurity and could win a scholarship.
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- Norfolk State University’s Preschool Academy has received a grant to help NSU students who are parents pay for their child’s preschool.
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- After their second-ever MEAC regular season title, the Spartan men's basketball team enters the MEAC tournament as the No. 1 Seed.
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- For the first time since its creation, the NSU Board of Visitors has two women serving in the highest leadership positions.
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- Norfolk State University has launched a campaign showcasing its economic impact on the Hampton Roads region.
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- Norfolk State Accepts Gift from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Norfolk State University recently was awarded a portion of a $100,000 endowed gift from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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- NSU Board of Visitors elects two women as rector and vice rector for the first time .
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- NSU Spartan Legion celebrates EDM group's Grammy win, music video's success
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- Wilmer shares with us her view of becoming the first woman to lead the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors in more than 20 years, updates on the university’s presidential search, and wisdom on how boards effectively govern while driving the message of a new strategic vision for a campus community.
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- (NSU NEWSROOM—Feb. 1, 2018) – In recognition of Black History Month, Norfolk State University will honor the transformational achievements and accomplishments of African-Americans through special panel discussions, art exhibitions, lectures and performances.
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- The Norfolk State University Board of Visitors held a special meeting on Monday (Jan. 28) where the board took action on several board policies and held elections for three BOV officer positions.
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- Dr. Byron L. Cherry Sr. (B.S. ’82) has had a life-long relationship with Norfolk State University. As a youth. As a student. As an alumnus. As a donor. As Board of Visitors Rector.
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- Norfolk State University's choice of "Close Reading for Effective Writing" (CREW) for its second Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) centers on the basic notion that reading and writing skills are complementary.
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- Judge Glenda Hatchett delivered a passionate keynote address at Norfolk State University’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day observance.
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- As a Presidential Intern, Kami Ames ’17 received a Norfolk State University lunch box while working her internship in the Office of the President.
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- Norfolk State University has become one of the first recipients of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.’s HBCU Endowment initiative.
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- Because writing is an essential component in how we communicate inside and outside the classroom, the University is offering students a wide variety of services to help with their writing. A 2900-square-foot writing center is scheduled to be formally dedicated and opened on Thursday, January 31.
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- Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston, Norfolk State University’s newest President, can’t hide her excitement about the University and its future.
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- Norfolk State University and Virginia State University are going head-to-head in an epic fundraising challenge as part of the Labor Day Classic.
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- The Board of Visitors (governing body) invites applications and nominations for the seventh President of Norfolk State University (NSU). The board seeks a dynamic, entrepreneurial, innovative and creative leader with strong academic, administrative, development and business acumen.
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- Governor Ralph Northam has made three new appointments to the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors.
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- Norfolk State University is part of a $1.2 million UNCF grant to develop transformative teaching practices, along with Morgan State and Tennessee State Universities.
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- Norfolk State University is building a new residence hall. It will house 740 students.
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- For the third consecutive year, Norfolk State University was recognized as a military friendly school due to its ability to attract and retain veterans and active-duty students and employees.
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- Norfolk State University held its 102nd Commencement Saturday, May 5 at William "Dick" Price Stadium.
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- Cybersecurity Master's Recognized as a Top Program
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- Norfolk State will begin offering a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre & Drama this fall.
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- James W. Dyke Jr. has been appointed to the Norfolk State University Board of Visitors.
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- Interim President Melvin T. Stith, Sr., Ph.D. thanks the campus community as Administrators, Faculty and Staff Campaign ends.
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- Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin E. Fairfax will deliver the keynote address at Norfolk State University’s 102nd Commencement Ceremony scheduled for Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m. at William “Dick” Price Stadium.