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Jul 1, 2026
Formerly VWU, Batten University acquires Sentara College of Health Sciences
Batten University, formerly Virginia Wesleyan University, announced Wednesday that it acquired Sentara College of Health Sciences.
Sep 29, 2025
Sentara College of Health Sciences moving to Virginia Wesleyan
Sentara College of Health Sciences will join Virginia Wesleyan in 2026, expanding access to nursing and health care degree programs.
Aug 20, 2025
Virginia Wesleyan University to be renamed Batten University
Next year, Virginia Wesleyan University will officially change its name to Batten University, honoring local philanthropist Jane Batten.
