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Newport News
The city of Newport News is a great place to live, study, and play.

You can immerse yourself in history here: the city dates back to the founding of America, and boasts numerous historic homes, battle sites, and monuments. You can commune with the great outdoors: the city encompasses 18 public parks; more than 30 miles of biking and hiking trails; gorgeous sunsets over the James River; and some of the best fishing, boating, and sailing on the East Coast.

You’ll also find plenty of entertainment and culture: the city’s rich nightlife ranges from theater groups and the Virginia Symphony to comedy clubs and first-run movie theaters. You’ll eat well, too: restaurants range from Thai to Tex-Mex to American, and there’s something for every budget.

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Exceptional Education Immersed in a rigorous liberal arts curriculum with the performance standards of a conservatory, Christopher Newport University music students set the standard for excellence. More>
Exceptional Value CNU paved the way for one recent graduate to accept a full fellowship in one of the nation’s top programs. More>
Exceptional Experience An ethic of commitment and support formed at CNU brings alumni together to help fight AIDS. More>