Category: MVNU Presidential Update

WNZR shares the November MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s new President, Dr. Carson Castleman stopped by WNZR to share the November Presidential Update.
He discussed his first month on the job, the challenges that he is facing and changes that he has already made for MVNU.
He talked about the change for the positional statement and recent administrative staff changes.
Dr. Castleman also shared his passion for MVNU’s enrollment and how he plans to personally be involved in the recruitment process.
Dr. Castleman shared his top priorities for the university as we wrap up 2023 and head into 2024. He also shared the steps he is taking now to help MVNU meet these challenges.
We also received a family update and celebrate the upcoming wedding of Dr. Castleman’s daughter.
We talked about Thanksgiving, time with family, and favorite dishes.
Dr. Castleman shared a special message for students, faculty and staff. He wrapped up our time by sharing how we can pray for him and his family.
Enjoy the conversation.

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WNZR talks with MVNU’s new President – Dr. Carson Castleman

WNZR presents the October 2023 MVNU Presidential Update.
MVNU’s new President, Dr. Carson Castleman, talked with WNZR during his first week on the job.

Dr. Castleman is MVNU’s 8th President. He shared his history working in higher education including starting out in the MVNU Admissions Office. He shared memories from being part of this community 26 years ago.

Dr. Castleman also shared how he heard about this position and how he came to the decision to put his name into consideration.

Dr. Castleman gives his top priorities at MVNU which include focusing on growing enrollment, building a relationship with the Church of the Nazarene, and fostering a culture of hospitality. He also shares what it means to be Unapologetically Christian as a university.

Dr. Castleman shared about his family and his process of moving to Mount Vernon. He shared messages for students, faculty, and staff. He also shared how we can be praying for him and his family during this transition.

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

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August MVNU Update with Dr. James Smith

The Morning Thing hosted the monthly MVNU Update on Friday, 8/4/23.

Dr. James Smith, MVNU’s Vice President of University Relations, shared details about the MVNU 2027 strategic plan. He discusses the timeline for the plan, and the 8 strategies within the plan. He shares the 13 initiatives in the plan, and how MVNU is currently adopting the initiatives.

He also gives an update on the MVNU presidential search. Dr. Smith also shares what he is most looking forward to in the fall semester.

Click HERE to listen to the conversation.

Stay up to date with MVNU at mvnu.edu.

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MVNU Update with Dr. David Wilson

The Morning Thing hosted the monthly MVNU Update on Friday, 7/7/23.

Dr. Wilson also gave us a rough timeline for the installation of a new president. The hope is to announce the new president by mid-fall.

MVNU’s Interim President, Dr. David Wilson shared a campus update.
Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
He shared the scope of his role during this transitional period at the university. He also shared an update on the Presidential search. A search firm is helping MVNU through this process.

He talks about the commitment from the MVNU Board of Trustees and the need for prayer. He invited all of us to join him in prayer and fasting as we face this important decision and transition.

Stay connected to MVNU online HERE.

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WNZR presents the May 2023 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding, talked with The Morning Thing for his final Presidential Update.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Dr. Spaulding shared an update on his health and talked about how this graduation would be bittersweet. Dr. Spaulding will be retiring after MVNU’s Commencement on 5/6/23.

He talked about the accomplishments that he is proud of, shared memories from his time at MVNU and gave us an update on the Presidential Search.

Dr. Spaulding shared a special message to the Class of 2023 and all MVNU students. He also shared encouragement for MVNU Faculty and Staff.

He shared the plans that he and Sharon have for retirement, including a trip to Florida and a move to Sunbury.

The WNZR Staff want to thank Dr. Henry and Sharon Spaulding for their incredible service to our ministry and Mount Vernon Nazarene University. Please join us in praying for this transition for their family and MVNU.

Dr. Spaulding,
Thanks for the many conversations and valuable information that we have shared over these past few years. It has been my honor to talk with you each month as we highlight a very special place – 800 Martinsburg Road! Your legacy will live on at MVNU. God bless you in retirement.

Marcy Rinehart
WNZR Station Manager

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WNZR presents the April 2023 MVNU Update

MVNU’s Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Amy Kovach, talked with The Morning Thing for our monthly MVNU Update.

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Dr. Kovach shared an update from her office as they prepare for the 2023 graduation. She also shares an update about MVNU’s Presidential search.

Dr. Kovach shares the exciting news about MVNU’s Summer Academic Camps. The camps are for high school students who are looking for a fun, hands-on college experience in a field of their interest. There are two sessions: July 10 – 14 and July 17 – 21.
Scholarships are also available. The deadline to register is Friday, June 16.

Dr. Kovach also shares how we can pray for MVNU through this time of transition.

For more information about MVNU’s Summer Camps,  go to – https://www.mvnu.edu/undergraduate/summer-camp-2023

To stay up to date with everything happening at MVNU, go to – https://www.mvnu.edu/news

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WNZR presents the March 2023 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding, talked with The Morning Thing for his monthly Presidential Update.

Dr. Spaulding shared the news of his retirement as MVNU’s President. He talked about what led to his decision to retire. He also shared an update on his health.

Dr. Spaulding also talked about some of the accomplishments he is proud of in his time of service as President. He shared some details about the university’s plans for this time of transition.

Dr. Spaulding shared his highest priorities for MVNU in the second half of the spring semester.
He gave an update on the strategic initiatives and shared a highlight of MVNU’s calendar for March.

Dr. Spaulding also shared special messages for our MVNU students, faculty, and staff as they return from spring break.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

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WNZR presents the January 2023 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding, talked with The Morning Thing for his monthly Presidential Update.
Dr. Spaulding shared his thoughts on the first month of the year, including what he is most excited about for the upcoming spring semester.
He shared an update from MVNU’s Leadership Team including some openings for new positions that have been created by the new strategic investment initiatives.
He shared his biggest goals for the month of January and the New Year (2023).
He also shared a highlight of MVNU’s calendar.
Dr. Spaulding also shared special messages for MVNU students, faculty, and staff as they get ready to start a new semester.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Click HERE to stay updated with everything happening at MVNU.

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WNZR presents the December 2022 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding, talked with The Morning Thing for his monthly Presidential Update.

Dr. Spaulding shared his thoughts on the last month of the year. He shared an update from MVNU’s Leadership Team including some openings for new positions that have been created by the new strategic investment initiatives.

He shared his biggest goals for the month of December and a highlight of MVNU’s calendar.

Dr. Spaulding also shared special messages for MVNU students, faculty, and staff as they get ready to celebrate Christmas.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Click HERE to stay up to date with MVNU.

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WNZR presents the November 2022 MVNU Presidential Update

MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding, talked with The Morning Thing for his monthly Presidential Update.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Dr. Spaulding shared his thoughts as the fall semester of 2022 is winding down.

He shares an update from the recent Board of Trustees meeting including the election of officers. They approved a tentative budget for 2023-2024, which includes a 3% raise for faculty and staff.

Dr. Spaulding also shared that the Board of Trustees gave unanimous approval of the Strategic Investment Initiatives. These initiatives will include some new programs, and new positions and enhance MVNU’s enrollment.

Dr. Spaulding talks about how these plans are strategic to move the university to a higher standing in the region at a level of a doctoral-granting institution. He also shares some examples of the new programs coming with this board approval. There will be a focus on programs dealing with Mental Health.

Dr. Spaulding shares his highest priorities for the month of November, an overview of the 2022 Homecoming Schedule, and how he wants to see the Men’s Basketball team beat Olivet Nazarene University!
Dr. Spaulding also shares an overview of MVNU’s calendar throughout the month of November.

Dr. Spaulding shares special messages for students, faculty, and staff as they get ready to celebrate Thanksgiving. He also tells us how we can pray for the campus and his family throughout the month of November.

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