2019 Alumni Awards Announced
Virginia Wesleyan University President Scott D. Miller has announced the 2019 Alumni Awards recipients , an honor the VWU Alumni Council bestows upon graduates in recognition of outstanding professional and personal accomplishments. The 2019 Alumni Awards will be celebrated as part of the University’s annual Founders Day on Thursday, September 5.

Congratulations to the following alumni on this well-deserved distinction that recognizes their many accomplishments since graduation:
Distinguished Alumnus Award
Eric C. Nyman ’94
President, Hasbro North America
Providence, Rhode Island

Alumni Service Award
Wallace R. Driskell, Jr. ’00
Captain (retired), Norfolk Police Dept.
Chesapeake, Virginia
Alumni Service Award
Candice E. Driskell ’94
Executive Director, Access Partnership
Chesapeake, Virginia

Graduate of the Last Decade (GOLD) Award
Amari Agee ’15 
Production Coordinator, DreamWorks Animation
Los Angeles, California
Read more about these outstanding alumni , the awards , and past recipients .
The More Marlins, the Merrier!
Mark your calendar for these upcoming alumni and campus events.
Goode Jazz
Friday, August 2 at 7 p.m.
Enjoy a casual evening in the Eleanor and Henry Watts Grand Lobby. Grab a drink, find a table, and enjoy the music and conversation with friends. Free and open to the public.
Wesleyan Wednesday
Wednesday, August 14 from 5-8 p.m.
Everyone's favorite summer gathering is back! Drink specials for all Marlins and their guests and appetizers on us! Get more information on our website .
2019 Founders Day
Thursday, September 5
Alumni awards will be presented during our annual celebration.
2019 Homecoming and Family Weekend
Friday, October 4 through Sunday, October 6
Save the date to come home to Virginia Wesleyan!