of graduates are employed or in grad school within six months
Anchored in Excellence
Pursue Your Passion
We offer strong academic programs with more than 90 majors. Studying the liberal arts and sciences provides the knowledge you need to take advantage of any opportunity in today’s global marketplace.
Equipping Leaders for the 21st Century
Our President's Leadership Program (PLP) is more than an academic program. It is a community determined to better understand ourselves, how we work with others and the impact we can have in the world. Through a combination of academic study, experiential learning and personal development, PLP will prepare you for a life of leadership, service and civic responsibility.
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In the Heart of Newport News
Get a feel for the CNU campus and its community on a guided in-person tour or take our virtual tour below!
Captains at the Helm
Kaitlyn Vincie ‘10
From a CNU communications major with big dreams to a leading voice in NASCAR, Kaitlyn Vincie ’10 built her career lap by lap. Her story is one of confidence, preparation, and finding the courage to chase an unexpected path.
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Influential Faculty
Four faculty members were recognized among the world’s most influential scholars by Stanford University and Elsevier. Chosen from more than six million researchers worldwide, the professors earned the honor for the global impact of their research and publications.
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Yasmiere Burke ‘27
During a research experience in Uganda, something ignited for CNU student Burke—sharpening her purpose and confirming her path in global and public health. Through hands-on, community-centered research, she discovered the power of listening, sustainability, and using science to create meaningful change.
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Associate Professor Matthew Morena
Dr. Matthew Morena brings math to life by connecting concepts to real-world problems. His innovative, high-impact teaching has earned him the Mathematical Association of America’s 2025 John M. Smith Award for Distinguished College or University Teaching, the first CNU faculty member to receive the honor.
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International Leaders
For the third consecutive year, Christopher Newport University Captains won gold at the International Leadership Association’s Student Case Study Competition, rising above teams from around the world. Competing in Prague, CNU also earned a second-place finish, marking a record-setting year and extending the University’s global leadership legacy.
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Riley Iasiello ‘27
Riley Iasiello trusted her instincts on the field and in life, leading the Captains to a thrilling overtime win and finding her place at Christopher Newport University as a transfer student. Now a junior balancing top-ranked field hockey with a demanding biology program, she’s thriving in a community that values relationships, opportunity, and believing in yourself.
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Extraordinary Encounters with the Arts
Whether viewing an exhibition, taking a class, or attending a lecture or gallery talk, the Mary M. Torggler Fine Arts Center beckons you to explore compelling ideas through the transformative lens of visual art.
The Ferguson Center for the Arts offers students, families and the community the opportunity to enjoy Broadway shows, world-class performances, up-and-coming entertainers, and much more!
The Arts at CNU
Innovation in Progress
Construction is underway on Christopher Newport’s Science and Engineering Research Center. The cutting-edge facility opens in spring 2026 and includes critical teaching and research space for the School of Engineering and Computing, Department of Mathematics, and programs in kinesiology and neuroscience.
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