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Sally Coleman Selden became the University of Lynchburg‘s 12th president on July 1. Photo courtesy University of Lynchburg
Jul 2, 2026

University of Lynchburg’s 12th president assumes role

Seven years after leaving the University of Lynchburg for The Citadel, Sally Coleman Selden has returned as the university's 12th president.

Philanthropist Jane Batten. Photo courtesy William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences
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.

William & Mary’s Cohen Career Center hosts a résumé workshop, one of several events geared toward students. Photo courtesy William & Mary
Jun 30, 2026

William & Mary ranks high in career launches

William & Mary’s career center in Virginia drives strong job placement with internships, alumni support, and innovative funding programs for students.

Fuse at Mason Square
Jun 30, 2026

Fuse at Mason Square

Arlington County

Photo courtesy William & Mary
Jun 30, 2026

Virginia 500 spotlight July 2026 | Katherine Rowe

FIRST JOB: Waitressing. I also worked as a house painter and did light carpentry during the summers from college through graduate school. ADVICE FOR NEW COLLEGE GRADS: Embrace the instability. ON INTEGRATING AI: At W&M, we use AI as a tool to expand the capacity of our hard-working faculty and staff. One great example is […]

Virginia Tech Academic Building One
Jun 30, 2026

Virginia Tech Academic Building One

Alexandria

Pictured in 2021, George Mason University President Gregory Washington. Photo courtesy George Mason University
Jun 23, 2026

GMU president’s contract extended through 2031

Washington's job appeared to be in jeopardy less than a year ago, as the Trump administration launched four civil rights investigations into GMU.

University of Richmond's women's lacrosse team. Photo courtesy University of Richmond
Jun 22, 2026

Former University of Richmond rector makes $10M gift

Paul and Anne-Marie Queally donated $10 million to help build a new University of Richmond lacrosse facility, expected to open in 2029.

Education 2025: HEMPHILL, BRIAN O.
Jun 16, 2026

ODU Board of Visitors extends Hemphill’s contract to 2032

Old Dominion University's Board of Visitors on Monday reaffirmed support for President Brian Hemphill, extending his contract through 2032.

John G. Rocovich Jr. talks with cadets during the Distinguished Alumni of the Corps award ceremony in 2025. Photo courtesy Virginia Tech
Jun 11, 2026

Rocovich sues Spanberger, seeks reinstatement on Virginia Tech board

Less than two weeks after being removed from the Virginia Tech's Board of Visitors, John Rocovich sued Gov. Abigail Spanberger.

Hampden-Sydney College President Larry Stimpert. Photo courtesy Hampden-Sydney College
Jun 8, 2026

Hampden-Sydney president to retire next year

Hampden-Sydney College President Larry Stimpert will retire at the end of the 2026-27 academic year, the men's private college announced Monday.

Gary Daynes. Photo courtesy Mary Baldwin University
Jun 4, 2026

Mary Baldwin University announces interim president

Mary Baldwin University appointed Gary Daynes as interim president and chief transformation officer amid a turbulent year.

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