BVU Names New Vice President for Student Success
Dr. Lucy Shaffer Croft is an accomplished student life professional with nearly 30 years of experience working in higher education settings. She will assume her new role at BVU on April 15.
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URMED Scholars Begin Rural Medicine Internships
The URMED internship is awarded to select BVU pre-med students who have an interest in practicing rural medicine. Students are introduced to a variety of clinical and healthcare practices at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center and other area rural hospitals.
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Looking Back on 2018
The last year was filled with academic exploration, student and faculty success, and fun on campus. Join us as we look back on the highlights of 2018 at Buena Vista University.
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Fall Semester Wraps with Faculty Successes
The year wrapped up with several faculty members’ achievements in a variety of disciplines. No matter their field, BVU faculty spend much of their free time pursuing research and professional development opportunities around the world and bring their expertise back with them to their classrooms.
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Tray Cam: Dr. Bonagura at the Christmas Dinner
At Buena Vista University's All-Campus Christmas Dinner, faculty and staff serve students a traditional holiday meal. We attached a camera to the tray of Dr. Thomas Bonagura to get his perspective on this campus tradition.
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Beavers Celebrate the Season at the Christmas Dinner
The evening was full of carols, laughter, and a delicious meal served to students by BVU faculty, staff, and administration. Dressed in their holiday best, students gathered with beloved mascot Buford T. Beaver for photos.
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BVU Announces Programs with Drake Law, Pharmacy, Athletic Training
The partnership will provide students three accelerated advanced degree options. Students will complete three years at BVU and either two, three, or four years at Drake and receive degrees from both universities.
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BVU Education Students Host Event to Discuss Therapy Dogs in Schools
BVU's education students hosted an event entitled “Dory and the Dean,” to discuss the positive impact therapy dogs have on youth.
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2018 Business Graduate Accepts Financial Advisor Position
During his college career, Jensen made the most out of the opportunities and connections available to him by interning with many different companies, engaging in organizations on campus, and traveling.
Digital Media Students Bring Home Several Top Awards
Andrew Bandstra and Tyler Brunner, alongside Dr. Andrea Frantz, attended the Society for Collegiate Journalists’ 2018 Biennium Conference and the College Media Association Fall National College Media Convention, where they were honored for their creative works.
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Beaver Athletes and Others Give Back to the Community
The entire BVU men’s basketball team and, more recently, the BVU softball team, have partnered with BV Buddies, a mentoring program for area youth.
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BVU’s Diversity and Inclusion Week Nov. 4-10
The week includes 16 community engagement opportunities, lunch and learns, speakers, activities, and workshops. Open to the public.
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Education Students Visit Assistive Technology Center
Four students and one professor toured the facility and learned about environmental changes they can implement in the classroom to help students learn with improved participation and outcomes. Students also interacted with high and low technology educational items.
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Fall Semester Brings New Father-Daughter Faculty Duo
Dr. Kristy McClellan teaches rehabilitation health sciences, biomedical sciences, and biology. Her father, Prof. Gary Sterling, is a new instructor of management in the Harold Walter Siebens School of Business.
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BVU President Appointed to NCAA Committee
BVU President Josh Merchant, Ph.D. has been appointed as a member of the NCAA Division III Nominating Committee.
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