Class of 2000 alumnus B.J. Butler’s path from mechanical engineering to the world of acting and voice-over wasn’t a straight line, but it was always guided by curiosity, persistence, and a deep sense of pride in where he came from.
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Norfolk State University has been more than a workplace for Linda J. Stubbs ’76 — it has been a home. As NSU’s longest-serving employee, Stubbs has devoted her career to supporting students, faculty, and the mission of the University that shaped her life and the lives of several members of her family. read more
In summer 2025, Dr. Bebonchu Atems was appointed as the new Dean of the School of Business at Norfolk State University. Before coming to Norfolk State, Dr. Atems served as the Dean of the David D. Reh School of Business at Clarkson University in Latham, New York. He brings knowledge in macroeconomics, econometrics and energy economics. read more
Roderick Bell ’96 was on a mission. Through fatigue, aching muscles and blurry eyesight, he rode. Day after day, for 24 days and mile after mile for 9,529 miles, he rode. read more
As a graduating high school senior, Robert Scott was grateful for the opportunity to attend Norfolk State University that coming fall. He would become the first in his family to attend college. At that time, he never imagined that it would lead him on a journey that would place him at the helm of a higher educational institution. read more
Whether through athletics, research
or graduate programs, international
students choose Norfolk State
University to be a part of their academic journey.
Over 100 international students, representing 21
countries, are enrolled at the University. read more
Prior to the 1997 opening of state-of-the-art facility William “Dick” Price Stadium, Norfolk State football fans flocked to Foreman Field on Saturdays to see the premiere program in the area. One confident kid made his way into the venue with his middle school football team, taking in his first breaths of a college football atmosphere read more
Two of Norfolk State’s nursing alumnae, Captain Kirsten Dickerson ’11 and Major Enesha Hicks ’11, have answered a higher call, serving in the military where they combine clinical expertise with unwavering dedication to care for those on the front lines. read more
Tuesday, April 1, 2025 marked another historical moment in the archives of Norfolk State University history . . . NSU is now ranked among the top 12 percent of colleges and universities in the United States. A few months ago, read more
Norfolk State University launched the public phase of its most ambitious fundraising campaign in University history Saturday, September 14, 2024. The comprehensive campaign has a goal of $90 million and will culminate during the University’s 90th anniversary in 2025. It is only Norfolk State’s second major campaign. The first took place 30 years ago. read more