Points of Pride
Explore the accomplishments, milestones, and standout moments that make Buena Vista University exceptional. From academic achievements and student successes to innovative programs and community impact, these highlights showcase what sets BVU apart and reflect the excellence of our students, faculty, and alumni.
2025
- Buena Vista University Welcomes Largest Storm Lake Undergraduate Class in a Decade
- Buena Vista University Unveils New Athletic Performance Facility
- BVU Computer Science Students Sweep Top Honors at Prestigious Regional Symposium
- BVU Students Shine at The Citizens 1st National Bank Pitch Competition
- Buena Vista University Relocates Lamberti Center for Rural Entrepreneurship to Campus with $2 Million Gift
- Dr. Brian A. Lenzmeier’s Contract Extended as President of Buena Vista University
2024
- Buena Vista University Marks Enrollment and Significant Campus Enhancements | Buena Vista University
- Propelling Student Success Through ACUE Partnership: Buena Vista University’s Commitment to Teaching Excellence | Buena Vista University
- Buena Vista University to Expand and Renovate Athletics Facility | Buena Vista University
- Buena Vista University Launches Affordable Online Master of Education in Educational Administration Program | Buena Vista University
- Buena Vista University and Mercy College Launch Dual-Degree Nursing Program to Address Healthcare Shortages | Buena Vista University
2023
- Buena Vista University's Master of Education in Special Education Named One of the Best Online Programs by Forbes
- Buena Vista University Awarded $2.1 Million Federal Grant
- Buena Vista University Welcomes High Enrollment and Expands Educational Access
- Buena Vista University and Des Moines University Sign Partnership Agreement to Help Build Iowa’s Health Care Workforce
- Buena Vista University Launches Two Online Master of Arts in Teaching Programs
- Buena Vista University to Build New Apartment-Style Housing; Additional Campus Upgrades to Come
2022
- BVU Adds STUNT to Athletics Program
- BVU Announces Women's Wrestling
- Baseball & Softball Teams Earn A-R-C Championship Titles
- BVU Clinical Mental Health Counseling Earns CACREP Accreditation
2021
- BVU Tops Iowa List for U.S. News ‘Best Value Schools’
- Lamberti Center for Rural Entrepreneurship Establishes The Foundry for Start-Ups
2020
- Dr. Brian Lenzmeier Selected as BVU President
- BVU Named a Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report
- Invest in Rural Iowa Scholarship Program Aims to Strengthen Students and Their Communities
- BVU Aims to Strengthen Iowa Workers, Communities Through Strategic Partnerships
- Carnegie Foundation Lauds BVU for Community Engagement
2019
- BVU Named a Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report
- $2.9 Million Lamberti Gift to Fuel Development of BVU Entrepreneurship Program
- Grant Exceeding $98,000 Awarded to BVU by Iowa Campus Compact Americorps Program
- BVU Annual Fund Lauded by National Education Leader
- Iowa Campus Compact Cites BVU for Engaged Campus Awards
- BVU Accepted to Prestigious Diversity, Civility, and Liberal Arts Institute
2018
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