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Averett University football celebrates its family weekend game with a dominating 55-19 victory over Gallaudet University last Saturday. This is the third game of the Matt Quinn era of Averett (2-1) football and their second win in a row after their close victory over Southern Virginia on Sept. 12. Averett’s family weekend had lots of tailgating and...
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After losing their first home game of the season, the Averett University Cougars played a fantastic game on Saturday, when they won against the Gallaudet University Bisons. At the first game, the cheerleaders held the sign for the football players to run through. Unfortunately, the sign broke open at the worst moment—right when the players...
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The Averett Theatre Players are preparing for their first show of the season,”Hansel & Gretel.” Directed by retired Professor Richard Breen, the theatre-for-youth production continues to be a staple year after year. “Hansel & Gretel” opens on Wednesday, September 23rd at 7:00pm, with additional shows on Thursday, September 24th and Friday, September 25th at
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Averett University women’s volleyball team took an important step forward this spring, competing in a play date from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. against Randolph College, North Carolina Wesleyan University, and Salem College in a series of 50-minute matches. While spring results don’t count toward the regular season, head coach Emma Nash emphasized that the...
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Women in Aviation International (WAI) is an organization made to support women, and all other people, in the aviation industry. WAI’s mission is as stated, “Women in Aviation International (WAI) envisions a world where the sky is open to all, where aviation and aerospace dreams are possible without barriers.” The WAI chapter at Averett, chapter...
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As the new academic year nears, the Office of Housing is interested in students being prepared to the new school year way ahead of time. The initial one is to become familiar with the process of the housing selection. Application, It Starts with the Application. Students have to complete a housing application. It is quite...
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DANVILLE, Va. — April 11, 2026 — Averett University’s men’s lacrosse team honored its senior class before a 1 p.m. matchup against Shenandoah University at Daly Field at Frank R. Campbell Stadium, recognizing six student-athletes for their dedication and impact on the program. The ceremony highlighted Cameron Shadduck (No. 0, Burlington, N.C.), Matthew “Chew
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Even though I am not a senior on paper, this is my final semester working for the student media, and I only have one semester in person after spring 2026. Writing these words is hard to believe, because it feels like just yesterday, I came to Averett and Danville, Va. My first couple of weeks...
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As the semester comes to a close at Averett University, students across campus are feeling the pressure of finals week. Long nights in the library, early morning study sessions, and the challenge of balancing multiple exams all become part of the final stretch. For many, this time is both stressful and rewarding, marking the end...
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Not every student needs to be the loudest in the room to leave an impression. Some are remembered for their composure, discipline, and the way they carry themselves. I believe I am one of those students. As a senior from The Bahamas, I am graduating from Averett University on May 9, 2026, at 20 years...
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