Virginia Union University

at 1500 N Lombardy St, Richmond , 23220 United States

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A premier historically black university with a legacy of producing world-renowned leaders; Virginia Union offers "The Promise of A Limitless Future." (c)

Description

Located on 84 acres in the heart of Richmond, Virginia Union University, the beautiful and scenic campus showcases historic architecture, while providing comprehensive undergraduate liberal arts programs and graduate education for Christian ministries. To this end, a guiding principle of the University's educational program is a strong focus upon moral values and ethics, and students are encouraged to engage in activities that promote self-actualization. Virginia Union University is nourished by its African American and Christian heritage and energized by a commitment to excellence and diversity. Its mission is to: 1. Provide a nurturing intellectually challenging and spiritually enriching environment for learning; 2. Empower students to develop strong moral values for success; and 3. Develop scholars, leaders, and lifelong learners of a global society. To accomplish this mission, Virginia Union University offers a broad range of educational opportunities that advance liberal arts education, teaching, research, science, technology, continuing education, civic engagement, and international experiences.

General Info

About Virginia Union University- One of the nation’s oldest HBCU’s- founded in 1865 Established on the site of Lumpkin’s Jail – a holding cell for runaway slaves Virginia Union University was formed by the merger of four schools: Richmond Theological Institute, Wayland Seminary, Hartshorn Memorial College and Storer College were formed into a true “union” Virginia Union University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Virginia Union University currently has a population of about 1700 students. Over $2.8 million in scholarships awarded in 2009-10 Schools/Colleges * Sydney Lewis School of Business (Accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Program) * School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology * Evelyn Reid Syphax School of Education, Psychology, and Interdisciplinary Studies (Accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education) * School of Humanities and Social Sciences * Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology (Accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada) -- Second oldest Historically Black Seminary School in the United States Twenty-four majors offered at the baccalaureate level Master of Divinity, Master of Arts in Christian Education and Doctor of Ministry degrees also offered Notable Alumni Dr. Samuel DeWitt Proctor Theologian, civil rights activist, former president of Virginia Union University and North Carolina A&T State University The Honorable L. Douglas Wilder First elected African American governor of a state Roslyn M. Brock Chairman of the NAACP Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely Highest ranking African American officer in the Navy Leontine T. C. Kelly First woman of any denomination consecrated as a bishop Will Downing R&B singer Dr. Donda West Mother of rap artist Kanye West Randall Robinson Author and civil rights activist Rev. Wyatt T. Walker Civil rights activist and theologian Spotswood Robinson First African American appointed to US District Court for Washington, DC Charles Oakley Professional basketball player Ben Wallace Professional basketball player Athletics * Virginia Union has won four NCAA Division II National Basketball Championships. Three for the men’s team in 1980, 1992 and 2005; and one for the women’s team in 1983. * The men’s team has also been to the Division II "Final Four" seven times (1980, 1991, 1992, 1996, 1998, 2005, 2006) * The men’s basketball team has won the CIAA Championship a record 17 times.

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Summary

Virginia Union University is Richmond based place and this enity listed in University category. Located at 1500 N Lombardy St VA 23220. Contact phone number of Virginia Union University: (804) 257-5600