Christopher Newport University: Cultivating Minds, Inspiring Hearts, Forging Leaders.
Christopher Newport University is committed to educating the whole person, fostering both intellectual excellence and compassionate citizenship. Our primary mission is to develop good citizens and leaders who pursue lives of meaning, consequence, and purpose – lives of significance.
Our curriculum, rooted in the liberal arts and sciences, provides a strong foundation for critical thinking and lifelong learning. We are proud of our nationally respected President’s Leadership Program and our core curriculum, recognized as the strongest among public universities nationwide by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni.
We believe in the power of service and community engagement, with our students contributing thousands of hours annually. Our commitment to character development is further strengthened by our campus chapel, a rich speaking tradition, and a deeply ingrained honor code.
Choose CNU and be empowered to lead, serve, engage, and make a lasting impact on the world. Discover what makes Christopher Newport University truly special.
