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Science Internship in China Yields Greater Career Focus for BVU Junior

October 07, 2008
BVU junior Alyssa Hudnall spent six weeks in China working in the laboratory of Dr. Jin-Qiu Zhou, an internationally recognized biochemist.

Football Tops Wartburg, Moves to Top of IIAC

October 04, 2008
The Buena Vista defense came up big late in the game to help send the Beavers to a thrilling 26-21 Homecoming victory over No.22 Wartburg College on Saturday afternoon.

Four Honored by Alumni Association

October 04, 2008
Buena Vista University honored four individuals over Homecoming weekend for their service to the university and to society.

BVU Restructures Professional & Online Studies Program

October 03, 2008
BVU has created three regional director positions in the Professional & Online Studies Program to provide additional managerial oversight of a program that has seen steady growth for over 30 years.

Women’s Basketball to Play Exhibition Game Against ISU

October 03, 2008
Prior to the official start of the 2008-09 season, the Buena Vista women's basketball team will take its game to Hilton Coliseum and tip-off with Iowa State University on Nov. 2.

Second City Sparks BVU Student's Love of Comedy

September 29, 2008
Everyone enjoys a good laugh. BVU sophomore Noel Hoffman has a passion for making people laugh, and honed her skills this past summer at the Adult Immersion Program at Second City in Chicago.

Volunteer Teams Selected for BVU Community Campaign

September 16, 2008
Volunteer teams for the 2008-09 Community Campaign for Buena Vista University have been announced by co-chairs Tracee Dierenfield and Chris Rasmussen.

BVU Alum Featured at Democratic National Convention

August 26, 2008
Richard B. Peters, a 2001 BVU alumnus, has a role in this week's Democratic National Convention, which will feature a video he produced titled "Why I'm a Democrat in 2008."

BVU Ranked Among America’s Best Colleges

August 25, 2008
Buena Vista University has been named a top school in the U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges 2009" publication.

Local Leaders Head BVU Community Campaign

August 25, 2008
Buena Vista University has announced that Tracee Dierenfield of MetaBank and Chris Rasmussen of Rasmussen Ford will be the co-chairs for its 2008 Community Campaign which kicks off on Sept. 24.

Beavers Hit Practice Gridiron for 2008 Season

August 14, 2008
Under ideal weather conditions, the Buena Vista football team opened its 2008 fall practice schedule with 95 players reporting.

Faculty Changes, Promotions at Buena Vista University

August 07, 2008
Five new faculty members will join Buena Vista University this fall, according to Dr. David R. Evans, vice president for academic affairs/dean of faculty.

BVU to Honor Nine at Annual Founders' Day Event

August 05, 2008
Buena Vista University will hold its 31st annual Founders' Day program on Aug. 23 to honor nine deceased individuals who have served the institution as faculty, staff, trustees, alumni, and friends and benefactors.

BVU Signs Agreement With Iowa Lakes Community College

July 31, 2008
An agreement was signed by Iowa Lakes Community College and Buena Vista University that ensures an easier academic transition for students at Iowa Lakes.

Muslim Scholar to Visit BVU For Six Weeks

July 28, 2008
BVU students will have a unique opportunity to gain an understanding of today's Muslim world this fall when a visiting scholar from Israel is on the Buena Vista University campus for six weeks.

BVU Introduces Bachelor of Applied Studies Degree

July 21, 2008
BVU has introduced a new degree program, Bachelor of Applied Studies, designed to meet the needs of graduates of community colleges and other accredited institutions who have completed approved associate degrees.

Former SID Nick Huber Passes Away

July 19, 2008
Nick Huber, who served as BVU sports information director from 2004-2007, passed away on the morning of July 19th at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake.

BVU Student Wins Watershed Grant

July 02, 2008
BVU student Todd Wical has been awarded a grant from the Raccoon River Watershed Association to expand his research on the impact of pollution in tributaries of the river.

BVU Announces Athletics Hall of Fame Inductees

June 27, 2008
Buena Vista University has announced its Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2008. The inductees will be honored at halftime of the BVU football game versus UW-Platteville on September 6 and will also be recognized at a banquet later that evening.

Record Number of BVU Students to Study Abroad

June 25, 2008
Reflecting a growing emphasis on international academic experiences, a record number of Buena Vista University students will be studying abroad during the 2008 fall semester.

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