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About CNU
The Surrounding Region
CNU is located in the heart of one the nation’s most historic—and beautiful—areas. Just a short drive away are significant historic sites, such as Colonial Williamsburg, and great beaches on the Virginia coast. For example: (each link below opens a new window)
  • Colonial Williamsburg,  just 20 minutes away, is the nation’s largest outdoor living history museum. Pre-Revolutionary times come alive through reconstructed homes, stores, and taverns populated by interpreters and actors.
  • Virginia Beach offers world-class beaches, great water sports, and a rich nightlife—just 45 minutes from campus.
  • Norfolk, the Mid-Atlantic region’s most dynamic and progressive cultural center, is 30 minutes from CNU. With a sparkling downtown waterfront and a proud maritime heritage, Norfolk was recently dubbed a “cultural center of note” by The New York Times.
Exceptional Education Exceptional isn't strong enough to describe the personal attention and encouragement marketing professor Lisa Spiller provides. More>
Exceptional Value Recent graduate Ashleigh Stacy is working to close the achievement gap and she gives credit to her CNU professors for mentoring her and inspiring her to work hard and make a difference. More>
Exceptional Experience Students enrolled in CNU's President's Leadership Program spent spring break in South Carolina, helping Hilton Head Regional Habitat for Humanity build homes. More>