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Chattin named 2024 recipient of VU Alumni Association Davis Citation

Chattin named 2024 recipient of VU Alumni Association Davis Citation

Trailblazer Staff August 19, 2024

Duane Chattin, a retired VU staff member and former Vincennes city councilman, will be honored next month with the Vincennes University Alumni Association's 2024 Walter A. Davis Memorial Citation for Service. Since...

Health educators excited for new facility

Emma Culver December 6, 2023

Vincennes University is expecting major changes with the construction of a new health sciences building. The $34 million design is nearly complete, and anticipation is growing as the university prepares...

It’s homecoming week at VU

Joshua Smith November 16, 2023

As the semester draws to a close, students at Vincennes University are buzzing with excitement as Homecoming Weekend nears.  Vincennes University has many events leading up to Homecoming, such as...

Blazers and More helps students feel their very best 

Blazers and More helps students feel their very best 

Joshua Smith November 16, 2023

Vincennes University offers resources for students to put their best foot forward. One of these resources is Blazers and More, a group here on campus that allows students access to business professional...

Students welcomed back to new and improved bowling alley 

Students welcomed back to new and improved bowling alley 

Emma Culver November 14, 2023

The Vincennes University Bowling Center commenced its construction project on Sept. 8, and after nearly a month of work, the old bowling machines have been successfully replaced with new and improved string...

Vincennes University recognized as an Aspen Prize Top 150 U.S. Community College

Trailblazer staff November 2, 2023

Vincennes University this week announced that it has once again been recognized as an Aspen Prize Top 150 U.S. Community College. VU is the only Indiana institution to be included in this year’s award...

VU to host Veterans Day program

Trailblazer staff October 31, 2023

Vincennes University will host a program on Nov. 9 to honor veterans in the Vincennes community and all veterans who have fought for our freedom. Sponsored by the VU Support Staff Council, the Veterans...

Student Affairs collecting winter wear for students

Emma Culver October 31, 2023

The Student Affairs Committee has undertaken a heartwarming initiative to support the students of VU as chilly weather approaches.  Its members are currently in the process of collecting donations...

VU to celebrate spooky season

VU to celebrate spooky season

Emma Culver, Reporter October 19, 2023

Vincennes University is celebrating the month of October with several spooky events.  The Jefferson Student Union Building from 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 23 will host a Movie Night, which will showcase the...

College Transfer Fair affords opportunities for students, faculty

Joshua Smith October 17, 2023

The annual college Transfer Fair will be here at Vincennes University on Thursday. The Transfer Fair gives students here at VU, specifically second- and third-year students who want to further their...

Vincennes University announces major expansion of Aviation Maintenance program to fill growing demand

Vincennes University announces major expansion of Aviation Maintenance program to fill growing demand

October 17, 2023

Vincennes University last week announced a $4.5 million state-funded initiative focused on injecting further vitality into Indiana’s aviation industry and bolstering the Indianapolis International Airport’s...

Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy hosts ceremonial groundbreaking for fine art gallery

Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy hosts ceremonial groundbreaking for fine art gallery

October 17, 2023

The Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy celebrated a ceremonial groundbreaking for its highly anticipated expansion on Oct. 16. The Lothian and Red Skelton Gallery of Fine Art is a result of the...

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