Category: Mount Vernon Nazarene University

WNZR’s Cougar Conversation with Peyton Heiss

WNZR’s Cougar Conversation today features freshman Peyton Heiss from the MVNU Men’s Basketball Team. He is from Plain City, Ohio.

Peyton started playing basketball at the age of 6. One of his favorite memories is learning the sport with his Dad as his coach. Their strong relationship was built during this special time in his life.

He plays guard/forward for the Cougars and is excited to join a team that plays hard every day.

Peyton talks about the RULECougar culture. He is learning how to put others before himself. RULE stands for Relentless Effort, Unbreakable Spirit, Servant Leadership and Competitive Excellence.

Rapid Fire reveals his favorite superhero, what is on his bucket list and what can instantly make his day better.

Enjoy the Conversation!

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WNZR presents the October 2024 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Carson Castleman, talked with WNZR for our monthly MVNU Update.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Dr. Castleman shared his thoughts about how fall semester is going for MVNU.

We covered many topics including:

  • Exciting news about MVNU Stats Day, including an update on enrollment. 
  • MVNU Giving Day totals and how the donations will impact students and the overall campus. Dr. Castleman talked about the importance of each gift. You can give a gift at https://mvnu.edu/giving-day-3/ 
  • The closure of Eastern Nazarene College and how MVNU is responding and addressing the needs of those students. He also shares some stats of how many ENC students came to MVNU.
  • Recent transitions with University Advancement, Development and Alumni Relations. He announced the hiring of two new positions for MVNU – Chief Development Officer for the office of University Advancement and Executive Director of Enrollment Systems and Operations.
  • MVNU’s new Gateway Program. Dr. Castleman has prioritized strengthening church relations through this new initiative. MVNU will partner with churches, nonprofits and corporations to increase access to education.
  • He also shares his top priorities for MVNU in the month of October.
  • Dr. Carson Castleman highlights some exciting events coming up on his calendar and the MVNU calendar, including a trip to South Africa.
  • He shares special messages for MVNU students, faculty and staff.
  • He also shares how we can pray for MVNU and his family in the month of October.

Click HERE to stay up to date with news from MVNU.

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites 9/20/24 – we are ready for Sonfest!

For our Friday Favorites this week, The Morning Thing hosts shared their favorite songs from artists coming to Sonfest 2024! We hope to see you on the campus of Mount Vernon Nazarene University on Saturday! Gates open at Noon!

Click HERE to hear from our hosts.

Xander loves Running Home by Cochren & Co.

Marcy loves Perfectly Loved by Rachael Lampa and TobyMac

Alyssa loves The Prodigal by Josiah Queen

Shawn loves Somebody to You by Rachael Lampa and Andrew Ripp

Here is the Sonfest Schedule:

  • 12 PM – Gates Open
  • 1 PM – Tyler Maddux & Co. (Main Stage)
  • 1:35 PM – Lights & Sounds (Side Stage)
  • 2:35 PM – Josiah Queen (Main Stage)
  • 3:05 PM – Cold Streets (Side Stage)
  • 4:05 PM – Rachael Lampa (Main Stage)
  • 4:50 PM – Monarchs to Oblivion (Side Stage)
  • 5:45 PM – Cochren & Co. (Main Stage)
  • 6:30 PM – SafeKept (Side Stage)
  • 7:45 PM – Hulvey (Main Stage)
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WNZR presents the September 2024 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Carson Castleman, talked with WNZR for our monthly MVNU Update.

Dr. Castleman shares his thoughts about the kickoff of fall semester.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

We covered many topics including:

  • His favorite moments from his first official Move In Day and Welcome Week as MVNU’s President.
  • A heart-warming story of how a donor helped give a very special gift (bibles) to our students.
  • MVNU enrollment numbers for the 24-25 academic year.
  • How MVNU has embraced the students of Eastern Nazarene College after the news of their closure.
  • Transition in MVNU University Relations, Development and Alumni Relations.
  • Dr. Castleman shares exciting news for MVNU. This summer, MVNU celebrated the launch of two new programs: Master of Social Work and our first doctoral-level program — Doctor of Nursing Practice. He tells us more about these new opportunities for students.
  • Dr. Castleman announces a few new exciting partnerships for MVNU.
  • He also shares MVNU’s NEW tagline for marketing – where meaning meets momentum
  • Dr. Castleman shares highlights from the MVNU University Dinner, a time to celebrate faculty and staff.
  • He also shared his top priorities for MVNU as we head into this new academic year.
  • MVNU’s Theme Verse this year is 1 Thessalonians 5:24
  • Highlights of MVNU’s calendar for the month of September.
  • He shares a special message for MVNU students. Faculty and staff as they wrap up their first week of classes.
  • Dr. Castleman tells us how we can pray for MVNU in the month of September and how we can pray for him and his family.

Click HERE to stay up to date with news from MVNU.

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MVNU launches the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

MVNU has launched the first doctoral level program – DNP, Doctor of Nursing Practice.
Debra Garee, DNP, RN, MVNU’s DNP Director and Associate Professor of Nursing stopped at WNZR to share about the new program.
She talked about the different concentrations within the DNP program and the length of the program.
Debra shared that courses are broken into 3 categories: DNP Foundational Courses, DNP Core Courses and Didactic and Clinical Courses.
She shared how to register for an informational session and find more information.
Debra also talked about how this powerful statement guides the program: Empowering Leaders, Enriching Souls: Transforming Healthcare Through Faith and Knowledge.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Click HERE for more information about MVNU’s new DNP program.

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MVNU celebrates “Back to School” Night at September First Friday

Mount Vernon Nazarene University is excited to be part of September First Friday. Multiple departments will have informational tables set up on the public square. There will be hands-on, interactive activities for kids of all ages.

WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with several faculty members about the exciting plans for First Friday.
They each shared about their roles at MVNU and what they were most excited about for fall semester. They also talked about the latest news from their departments.

Featured Faculty:
– Dr. Jennifer Ballenger, Assistant Professor of Youth and Family in the Christian Ministries Department
– Dr. Jessica Grubaugh, Dean for the Jetter School of Professional Studies (includes Business, Education and Social Work Programs), Education Department Chair
– Dr. LeeAnn Couts, Dean for the School of Natural and Social Sciences, Professor of Psychology and Director of Academic Summer Camps
– Dr. John Packard, Chair of the Music Department and Band Director
– Dr. Colleen Bryan, Professor of Psychology and Department Chair for Psychology, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management and Homeland Security

Click HERE to hear their conversations.

Stop by the MVNU tables and have some FUN!
Psychology—Coloring books focused on: What can I be?
Biology—Creepy Crawly Things and More (Plant and Animal Life)  
Education—Monster Origami Bookmarks and a gently used book plus some book drawings
Christian Ministry—Games, Popcorn and More
Music—Make your own musical instrument
Nursing—Hands on Nursing Activities
Fairbanks Center for Global Engagement—Partnership with Kenyon
Admissions Table

Click HERE for more information about MVNU!

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites 8/30/24

MVNU welcomed new students to campus on Thursday, 8/29. We took some time to celebrate their arrival and wish them well for the 24-25 academic year.
For our Friday Favorites today, The Morning Thing hosts shared their favorite memory from college.
Click HERE to hear from Alyssa, Judah and Marcy.

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Do you have a teen leaving for college soon? Want to stay connected?

Today on The Morning Thing, we talked about a very important parenting strategy – staying connected.
This is very important as your son or daughter prepares to leave for college.

We shared some encouraging tips from Focus on the Family and author, Cheryl Barker.
Click HERE to read Cheryl’s full article.

Here are some of Cheryl’s tips:

Before leaving for college –
1. Work on Face to Face communication
2. Ask open-ended questions. Avoid the “why” questions.
3. Go Beyond the Words. What does the non-verbal signs tell you?
4. Pray, pray and pray some more!

After leaving for college –
1. Meet their needs. Care packages and unexpected gifts are wonderful!
2. Build bonds. Get to know their new friends.
3. Make a Date. Get to know who they are dating. Support the new important relationship.
4. Embrace the Major. Go to the concerts, the games, the plays, etc. Participate in their activities.

At WNZR, we work with college students every day. This is a wonderful, but stressful time in their lives as they navigate the path to their future. We pray that you will find peace and direction through this transition. Remember, that we are The Lifeline. An encouraging word, song or message is just a click away!

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