Averett University today announced a new way for students to finish their undergraduate degrees in just three years, saving students and their families money while preparing them to enter the […]
New Averett ‘Degree in Three’ Offering Will Prepare Students to Graduate Sooner, Save Money
Posted on December 20th, 2024 by Cassie Jones
Averett’s IDA and IHSA Equestrian Teams End 2024 with Unbridled Success
Posted on December 20th, 2024 by Kelly King
With a combined 15 first-place and 39 second and third-place ribbons, Averett University’s Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA) and Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) teams have much to be proud of […]
Averett University Names Rev. Dr. David Joyce as Next President
Posted on December 11th, 2024 by Cassie Jones
Joyce will replace Dr. Tiffany Franks, who will retire January 5 Averett University’s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Dr. David Joyce as the […]
Averett SAAC Donates More Than 10,000 Canned Items Locally to Win ODAC Food Drive Competition
Posted on December 6th, 2024 by Bill Dyer
By: Drew Wilson/Assistant Director of Athletics for Communications & Administration FOREST, Va. — Averett University’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) helped collect 10,371 canned food donations to help the Cougars win […]
Danny Miller Named Averett’s Next Director of Athletics
Posted on November 25th, 2024 by Bill Dyer
By: Drew Wilson/Assistant Director of Athletics for Communications & Administration DANVILLE, Va. — Averett University President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks removed the interim tag and named Danny Miller ’91/’95 as the new […]
Student Ideas Make Gong Show Pitch Competition a Big Hit
Posted on November 20th, 2024 by Bill Dyer
More than a dozen Averett University students pitched their small business ideas to three community judges and a packed room of their peers for a chance to win one of […]
Averett Hosts 9th Annual Engaged Showcase
Posted on November 13th, 2024 by Bill Dyer
Averett University’s Center for Community Engagement and Career Competitiveness (CCECC) celebrated the ninth annual Engaged Learning Showcase in the Carrington Recreation Center on Monday, Nov. 11. Representing students and faculty […]
Hands-On Learning Takes on a New Meaning in this Class
Posted on October 29th, 2024 by Bill Dyer
Sometimes college classes are, let’s face it, a little boring. A lot of great information and learning is involved, but, well, the subject matter can get a little tedious. But […]
Averett University Recognizes 2024 Alumni Award Winners During Homecoming Events
Posted on October 21st, 2024 by Bill Dyer
Averett University celebrated five distinguished alumni on Friday as part of this year’s Homecoming festivities. The Averett Alumni Association, along with President Dr. Tiffany M. Franks, hosted the annual awards […]
Averett Faculty Member Moderates City’s Candidate Forum
Posted on October 10th, 2024 by Bill Dyer
Averett University faculty member Dr. Slade Lellock played a key role in at a recent candidates’ forum hosted by Cardinal News on October 3. Lellock, Averett assistant professor of sociology […]