Alumni mobilize against name change September 4, 2025 Carter Kellam|Marlin Chronicle Following confirmation from President Scott Miller that the name change to Batten University is final, alumni who oppose the change continue…
Virginia Wesleyan to change name to Batten University August 27, 2025 The State of the University, held on Aug. 20, announced that Virginia Wesleyan University will change its name to Batten University, effective July 1,…
Drop in at SURF May 8, 2025 Elliot Fylstra|Marlin Chronicle To showcase the accomplishments of students, Virginia Wesleyan hosted its annual “Spring Undergraduate Research Forum” (SURF) for 2025, renamed from “Academic…
Artists shine from stage to canvas May 8, 2025 Photos depict art showcases. Photo of Cellist Dominique Alexander taken by McKenna Howenstine and edited by Victoria Haneline. Photos of Marlin Gems dance showcase…
Bidding adieu to VWU May 8, 2025 Dr. Doug Kennedy taught at VWU for 37 years. Doug Kennedy|Courtesy This year, several professors at Virginia Wesleyan are saying goodbye to the classrooms…
Marlin jargon crossword May 8, 2025 Answers will be posted on our social media accounts @marlinchronicle. Isaac Fick|Marlin Chronicle By Isaac Fick ihfick@vwu.edu
Growth, change reflect Wesleyan’s past, future May 8, 2025 Isaac Fick|Marlin Chronicle President Scott Miller gives answers, background to the changes around campus, citing the philosophy to move forward or fall behind. Due…
Pope Francis’ impact May 8, 2025 Elliot Fylstra|Marlin Chronicle Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope, passed away on April 21, Easter Monday. “It’s sad he’s gone, but […] in…
Campus perspectives on firearm violence May 8, 2025 Isaac Fick|Marlin Chronicle With reports showing firearm violence around the Hampton Roads area, students on campus and parents are concerned. Firearm violence incidents in…
Campus security strives for safety and service May 8, 2025 The DeFord Gatehouse greets arrivals with security officers to check for IDs. McKenna Howenstine|Marlin Chronicle Virginia Wesleyan University employs a full-time security team which…
