Month: April 2024

Mary Jo Thomas Establishes Scholarship in honor of President Rosemary M. Thomas

President Thomas

On Tuesday, April 2, Mary Jo Thomas, the mother of President Thomas, along with family and friends, announced the establishment of a scholarship in honor of Dr. Rosemary M. Thomas. This scholarship, a testament to President Thomas’ groundbreaking tenure as the first female President in Chowan University’s history, aims to support young women in their […]

Join us for Chowan Gives 2024 on April 10th and 11th 

Give back to the future!

The Chowan Gives 2024 campaign is set to launch next Wednesday, April 10th at 8:00 am, and will continue until 2:48 pm on April 11th. This annual giving campaign aims to inspire students, alumni, and staff to Give Back to the Future, ensuring that current and future Chowan students can reap the maximum benefits. The […]

2024 Hobson Lecture Honors 30th Author, De’Shawn Charles Winslow

Hobson

The 30th annual Hobson Lecture, held at Chowan University, celebrated the literary achievements of De’Shawn Charles Winslow, an esteemed author from Elizabeth City. Winslow, known for his novels ‘Decent People’ and ‘In West Mills’, captivated the audience with his insightful storytelling and profound exploration of family connections. The day commenced with an engaging Q&A session […]

Chowan University Earns 2024-2025 Military Friendly® Gold Status

Military Friendly School 24-25

Chowan University was recognized nationally for its support of military students, earning the status of a Military Friendly® university with a gold-level ranking for the 2024-25 academic year.  This designation by VIQTORY, a service-disabled veteran-owned publication focusing on post-military education and employment. Institutions earning the designation were evaluated using public data sources and responses from […]