When emotions run high, it’s easy for misinformation to spread. It seems that some misinformation regarding yesterday’s announcement has been spreading.
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CICV report shows big economic boost by VTAG and private universities like Lynchburg
The Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia, also known as Virginia Private Colleges, announced today the findings of a monthslong economic analysis in a report titled, “The Economic Contributions that CICV’s Private Colleges and Universities Made to Virginia in Academic Year 2022-2023.”
Lynchburg names interim provost and vice president for academic affairs
As the University of Lynchburg welcomes a record-breaking spring enrollment of 151 new students to campus this semester, the faculty, staff, and leadership also prepare to welcome Dr. John Day, a retired English professor and provost emeritus at John Carroll University, as interim provost and vice president for academic affairs.
University names Dr. Jeremy M. Welsh vice president of strategy
Dr. Jeremy M. Welsh has been named vice president of strategy, a newly established role at the University of Lynchburg, effective July 1. Welsh currently serves as associate provost and associate vice president of academic strategy, as well as dean of the College of Medical Science.
LIFE@Lynchburg 50+ program returns for Spring 2023
Community members aged 50 and older will be excited to hear that LIFE@Lynchburg returns for the spring semester on Wednesday, Feb. 1. The weekly program, which features a variety of speakers and topics, has been a hit with the local community, says program coordinator Sarah Rhodes.
Lynchburg receives $7.7 million in gifts during FY22
It was a stellar year for giving at the University of Lynchburg, with gifts to the University totaling $7.7 million dollars over the course of Fiscal Year 2022.
Lynchburg is one of the best colleges for 2023 and ranks high for student support, according to The Princeton Review
The Princeton Review has once again included the University of Lynchburg on its annual list of best colleges nationwide. Lynchburg is included on the website’s “The 388 Best Colleges” list, which includes colleges and universities across the U.S.
Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church to sign partnership agreement with University, Lynchburg Museum System at John Lynch Birthday Block Party on Aug. 27
A block party celebrating city founder John Lynch’s birthday will be held Saturday, Aug. 27, on the grounds of Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church in Lynchburg. During the event, the church also will sign a partnership agreement with the University of Lynchburg and the Lynchburg Museum System.
President launches LIFE@Lynchburg program for community members 50+ starting Sept. 7
President Dr. Alison Morrison-Shetlar knows that it’s never too late to learn something new — and that it can be especially fun to learn among peers. This fall, she’s launching LIFE@Lynchburg, a weekly program that brings together people aged 50 and older to learn about a variety of topics.
Title IX director hire strengthens support for students, faculty, staff
The University of Lynchburg has hired Margaret A. Pierre as director of Title IX compliance and equal opportunity officer. Pierre is a contract attorney with extensive experience at corporate and governmental organizations, including the Department of Veteran Affairs, and in higher education. She will begin her duties on July 15.
