student life
Life at MVNU is so much more than sitting in a classroom.
It's discovering new things about yourself. It's going on adventures with new friends. It's learning what you're passionate about and connecting with people who share that passion. It's figuring out who you are, and deciding who you want to be. It's all the people you meet along the way, including YOU.
Life at MVNU goes way beyond the books. We want you to have every opportunity to try new things and get more involved in what you already enjoy and care about. Whether you join one of the more than 50 student-led clubs or organizations (or start one of your own); engage in a little friendly (and free!) competition for one of the coveted intramural championship shirts; rent a kayak or bike from our REC for a day on the Kokosing river or trail with friends; or plug into a small group, CoSMO service project, or explore one of our international travel options — you are sure to find adventure here.
Former MVNU professor remembered with memorial bench
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (November 11, 2022) — A bench has been installed along the Heart of Ohio Trail in memory of Virginia “Ginny” Cameron. She was a vocal and choral music professor at Mount Vernon Nazarene University for 42 years until her retirement in 2012. Cameron went home to see her Savior on Oct. 29, 2021.
Spraker named Vice President for Student Life
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (August 3, 2022) — Mount Vernon Nazarene University President Henry W. Spaulding II, Ph.D., is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Spraker, Ed.D., as the Vice President for Student Life.
Club Sports and Arts brings new level of competition, performance to MVNU
MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (March 2, 2022)— Mount Vernon Nazarene University is strengthening its Student Life experience with club-level competitive sports and drama through Club Sports and Arts.
Our two-week spring break means more time to sight-see on one of our many national and international trips.
MVNU's student body hails from 34 different states and 14 foreign countries/U.S. territories.
Our spacious, 228 sq. ft. dorm rooms give you plenty of room to get creative with your living space.