CoffeeBreak is an e-newsletter distributed to Averett faculty and staff to keep them up to date on campus activities and information. Please send information you would like included in CoffeeBreak via this form. For the next CoffeeBreak, please submit by Monday, July 13, 2026, for a Wednesday, July 15, 2026, publication.

ROAR Day #3 Next Friday

A reminder that the third and final ROAR Day of the summer is next Friday, July 17. A full day of activities will be held to welcome our new students for the 2026-27 academic year. This will be a full 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. workday. Click below to see a video from the second ROAR Day on June 26.

25 Years Ago, Averett Becomes a University

A quarter of a century ago, Averett College became Averett University on July 1, 2001. Averett celebrates that milestone that became official 25 years ago and forever had an indelible mark on the institution, which was founded in 1859.

“We are very pleased with the board’s decision,” then-President Dr. Frank R. Campbell said in the school’s official press release following the name change announcement on Nov. 10, 2000. “Because of the number of academic programs we offer and the number of master’s degrees we award, Averett meets all the requirements for university status. The board determined that the term ‘university’ more accurately describes Averett’s comprehensive focus. To remain a ‘college’ would put us at a competitive disadvantage in the educational marketplace.”

To read the full release, please click HERE.

Special Notice – Mailroom

The Mailroom in Main Hall will be closed on Friday, July 17. Please plan accordingly.

Student Success Story – Jasmine Beame

As Jasmine Beame stood behind the podium while delivering the keynote speech during Westwood Middle School’s eighth-grade promotion ceremony, the rising Averett University junior couldn’t have imagined she would have the confidence to do something like this just a few years ago.

Beame’s comfort in the spotlight has been a byproduct of getting involved on Averett’s campus early in her college experience and becoming a leader in multiple roles.

To read the full story, please click HERE.

Averett Honors Departing Trustees

Averett University honored five individuals who are concluding their service on the university’s Board of Trustees at the end of their terms. Earlier this month, during the Board’s final regular session, these departing trustees were formally recognized for their contributions to the university.

The five individuals who completed their terms as members of the board this June are:

• Ellen E. Beville ’87
• Kirk Bidgood
• Gary Collins ’80, ’82
• Linda Hutson Green ’85
• Kris Willard

To read the full release, please click HERE.

Let Us Hear from You

Do you know of any good stories to tell about Averett University? Something interesting that a student, faculty or staff member are doing this semester? Perhaps a class is involved in a fascinating project. Students who had impactful internships? If so, please reach out to the Communications Office. We aren’t just looking for stories about our outstanding seniors; we are looking for freshman, sophomore and junior stories as well. We’d love to tell these stories and share them with the community and region. If you have any story ideas, please reach out to Bill Dyer, Director of Public Affairs at [email protected].

Also, if you take any interesting trips or have other fascinating summer experiences, like community service in the area, please feel free to share photos with our office for inclusion in CoffeeBreak over the summer.

Please remember that submissions for CoffeeBreak are due on the Friday before each publication. Submission forms are available at the top of CoffeeBreak. CoffeeBreak is published year-round.

Make Sure to Follow Us on Social Media

Now that summer break is upon us, this is a good time to make sure you follow us on social media. New, inventive features are starting to roll out and each platform has interesting and important information. Also, a very good place to get information about the end of the academic year.

X (formerly Twitter) – @AverettU1859

Facebook – Averett University

Instagram – @AverettNews

Wellness x Averett

Wellness Portal – www.healthadvocate.com/AverettUniversity

Averett University’s wellness publication is here to support your whole self—mind, body, and spirit. Each issue offers practical tips, helpful insights, and inspiration to help you thrive on and off campus. Wellness is an extension of the Human Resources office and is here to support your journey. At Averett, wellness isn’t just a goal—it’s a way of living, learning, and leading.

Please click the link to view this week’s offering from WellnessxAverett: Wellness x Averett 7.8.26

Step into Wellness

We are excited to introduce Human Resources Summer 2026 Wellness Initiative:

Step into Wellness

30 minutes of walking, movement, connection, and support.

This program is designed to give employees an opportunity to come together, build relationships, get some exercise, and support overall wellness through movement and community engagement. Participants will meet on the student lawn and follow a mapped walking route in the area. Please see our exciting flyer for all the details:

Participation is completely voluntary and all employees are welcome to join.

The Human Resource team looks forward to walking with you this summer!