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Theatre Department Presents Double Bill of One Act Plays
Two Belhaven University theatre students will make their mainstage directional debuts with productions of "Smoke Screens" and...
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Belhaven University to Present Student Composers Concert 32
The Belhaven Composers Forum will showcase original musical works at Student Composers Concert 32 on April 4 at 7 p.m. in...
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Theatre Department Presents Double Bill of One Act Plays
Two Belhaven University theatre students will make their mainstage directional debuts with productions of "Smoke Screens" and...
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Belhaven Music Department to Present Instrumental Arts Concert
Belhaven University’s wind and percussion students will take center stage on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, for the instrumental arts...
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Belhaven University Announces Spring 2025 Graduation Ceremonies
Belhaven University will celebrate its Spring 2025 graduates with five commencement ceremonies at the Belhaven Center for the Arts in Jackson,...
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Oxford Film Festival Screens Belhaven Professor’s Movie Cajita
The Oxford Film Festival screened the feature film “Cajita,” written and produced by Belhaven University’s Film Production...
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Alumnus to Launch New Hotel with Exclusive Belhaven Partnership
Belhaven University alumnus Gabriel Prado ’13 is bringing new life to Jackson’s hospitality scene while giving back to his alma mater.
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Dr. Wendy Celoria Joins Belhaven University Faculty
Dr. Wendy Celoria has joined the Belhaven University faculty as assistant professor of counseling.
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Music Department to Host Annual Strings and Orchestra Showcase
Belhaven University’s Music Department will present its annual Strings and Orchestra Showcase at the Center of the Arts Concert Hall on...
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Students Earn Top Awards at Mississippi Honors Conference
Students from Belhaven University’s Honors Program recently showcased their academic excellence at the Mississippi Honors Conference, held at...
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Belhaven University Celebrates the Life of Former President Dr. Verne Kennedy
Dr. Verne Kennedy, former president and longtime trustee, entered the Lord's presence on February 28, 2025, at the age of 83.
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Belhaven University to Host Night of Broadway Musical Showcase
Belhaven University will host the “Night of Broadway” musical theatre showcase on March 21 at 7 p.m., with additional performances on...
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Belhaven University Welcomes Dr. Brittany Singleton to School of Education
Belhaven University is pleased to announce that Dr. Brittany Singleton has joined the faculty as an assistant professor in the School of Education.
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New Art Exhibit to Feature Works from Seniors
The works of visual art and design majors Dajah Carter, Victoria Steinmetz, and Shannon Aardsma will be featured at the senior...
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Belhaven Senior Dance Concert Debuts Original Choreography
Belhaven’s Senior Dance Concert is February 28 and March 1. This compelling showcase of original choreography was created by senior dance...
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Belhaven University Vocal Arts Ensemble Presents Seafaring Serenades
The Belhaven University Vocal Arts Ensemble will perform “Seafaring Serenades” in the Center for the Arts Concert Hall on March 4.
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Dr. Ben Wiggershaus Joins Belhaven University’s Biblical Studies Faculty
Dr. Ben Wiggershaus will join the faculty of Belhaven University this fall in the Biblical Studies and Christian Ministry Department.
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Spring Discover Day Welcomes Students to Belhaven
Belhaven University’s Spring Discover Day is March 28, and high school students will get an inside look into college life at...
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Belhaven Students Embark on Immersion Excursion to NOLA
A group of 27 Belhaven University students and faculty traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana to serve and dive into the city’s diverse culture...
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Dance Ministry Ensemble and DOXA Showcase Original Work
The Dance Ministry Ensemble at Belhaven University will collaborate with members of DOXA to present an inspiring selection of original dances...
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Belhaven’s Schools of Nursing, Business, and Education Earn Top Honors
Colleges of Distinction has awarded top honors to Belhaven University’s School of Nursing, School of Business, and School of Education for...
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Art and Design Department Announces Emerging Artist Exhibition
Belhaven University will showcase the works of graduating B.F.A. and B.A. candidates Shannon Aardsma, Macon Bentley, Colby Prichard, and Dan Warren.
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Angie Thomas Surprises Aspiring Writer with a Full Ride Scholarship
Renowned author Angie Thomas surprised high school senior and aspiring writer Owen Jarvis with a full-ride scholarship to her alma mater, Belhaven...
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Belhaven University Showcases the Arts at Discover Day
Belhaven University’s School of the Arts will host Arts Discover Day on Friday, February 28.
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Belhaven University Showcases the Arts at Discover Day
Belhaven University’s School of the Arts will host Arts Discover Day on Friday, February 28.
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Belhaven’s Theatre Department to Present Sarah Ruhl's Eurydice
Belhaven University’s Theatre Department will bring Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice to life this February, offering audiences a...
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U.S. News Honors Belhaven University for Top Online Programs
Belhaven University is celebrating two prestigious awards from the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Online Programs.
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Mississippi Mud Monsters Partner with Belhaven University
The Mississippi Mud Monsters and Belhaven University are proud to announce a partnership that ensure Trustmark Park will be the home of Belhaven...
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Mississippi Humanities Council Honors Dr. Parry for Excellence in Education
The Mississippi Humanities Council (MHC) awarded Dr. Seth Parry, Belhaven’s Dean of Humanities and Ministry, the prestigious 2025 Mississippi...
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Senior Exhibition Features Work of Visual Art Majors
The works of visual art and design majors Ke'marri Thompson and Alex Parker will be featured at the Senior Exhibition, January 18...
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Belhaven University Kicks Off Spring Semester with Welcome Week 2025
Belhaven University will celebrate the start of the Spring semester with Welcome Week 2025, taking place January 10-17.
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Belhaven’s First Triple-Degree Recipients Celebrate Historic Achievement
Two recent graduates made history as the first students to earn a bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate from Belhaven University.
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Belhaven and MACC Agree to Streamline Transfer Process for Teacher Education Degree
Belhaven University and the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges (MACC) have signed an agreement that provides Mississippi community...
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Art and Design Department Honored with Prestigious 2024 MAEA Prism Award
The Mississippi Art Education Association (MAEA) has awarded the 2024 Prism Award to the Belhaven University Art + Design Department.
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Best of Belhaven Concert to Feature Top Student Performances
Belhaven University’s Center for the Arts Concert Hall will host the Best of Belhaven I Concert on Thursday, November 19, at 7:00 p.m.
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Belhaven University to Host Concert Celebrating Poetry and Music
Belhaven University’s Music Department will present “Poets Corner,” a concert inspired by Westminster Abbey’s famed...
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Belhaven University to Celebrate Fall 2024 Graduates
Belhaven University will honor its Fall 2024 graduates with four commencement ceremonies on Saturday, December 14, at the Belhaven Center for the...
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Student-Led Dance Concert Highlights Creative Expression
DOXA’s Emerging Choreographers Concert 2024 is November 15-16 and will feature two nights of creative choreography and performances from...
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Theatre Department to Present Festival of Shorts
Belhaven University’s Theatre Department will showcase the talent and creativity of its directing students in the annual Festival of...
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Belhaven Composers Forum Presents an Evening of New Music and Innovation
On Thursday, November 14, 2024, Belhaven University Music Department will present its annual Student Composers Concert at 7 p.m. in the Center for...
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Symphony Orchestra to Perform Brahms and Sibelius in Free Concert
The Belhaven University Symphony Orchestra is set to deliver a memorable performance of symphonic masterworks on Friday, November 8, at 7 p.m. in...
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Fall Dance Concert to Showcase 30 Years of Dance at Belhaven
The 2024 Fall Dance Concert will feature classical and contemporary ballet and modern dance works choreographed and directed by Belhaven University...
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Belhaven University’s Jim McLeod Field Named Softball Field of the Year
Jim McLeod Field, home of the nationally-ranked Belhaven Softball program, has been named the Netting Professionals Division III Softball...
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National Awards Highlight Belhaven's Academic Excellence in Higher Ed
Colleges of Distinction, a national guide for college-bound students, awarded Belhaven University the three major awards for its commitment to...
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Belhaven University Names New Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing
Belhaven University has appointed Suzanne Sullivan as Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, effective November 15, 2024.
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Belhaven University’s 92nd Annual Singing Christmas Tree Ushers in the Holiday Season
The oldest singing Christmas tree tradition in the United States began at Belhaven University, and this year will mark the 92nd performance...
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Theatre Department to Present Musical Glimpses of the Moon
The Belhaven Theatre Department will host the vibrant Jazz Age musical, "Glimpses of the Moon," from October 24 - November 2 in the...
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Belhaven University to Host Guest Artist Jordan Hess
Belhaven University will welcome guest artist and alumnus Jordan Hess ‘09 for a series of events from September 27 to November 9, showcasing...
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Belhaven University Seeks Next Great Writer: Full Ride Scholarship on the Line
Belhaven University is searching for aspiring writers to award a full-ride scholarship. In honor of well-known author and alum Angie Thomas...
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Belhaven Dance and Local Artists Unite for a Vibrant Community Dance Concert
The Community Dance Concert is October 5 at 7 p.m. This special performance is an opportunity for both students and the community to experience the...
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Belhaven Art Professor Launches New Board Game: Red Tides
Belhaven University’s Art Professor Jon Micah Tyson has teamed up with his longtime friend and game designer Nick Raynor to create an...
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Fall Discover Day to Showcase the Arts at Belhaven University
Belhaven University’s School of the Arts is set to host Arts Discover Day on Friday, October 18.
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Belhaven University's Dance Department Celebrates 30 Years of Excellence
Belhaven University’s Dance Department is celebrating 30 years of excellence in dance instruction. This 30th anniversary will highlight the...
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Creative Writing Department to Host Author Neil White
Belhaven University’s Creative Writing Department will host author and publisher Neil White on Thursday, September 12 at 4 p.m.
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Belhaven University Announces New Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry
Belhaven University has launched a new Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry degree, aimed at preparing students for employment as chemistry...
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Belhaven University to Host Fall Discover Day for High School Students
Belhaven University will welcome high school students for Discover Day on Friday, September 27. This event offers prospective students a...
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Belhaven University Launches Pre-Law Degree for Aspiring Legal Professionals
Belhaven University has announced its Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Law program, a new degree designed to prepare students for successful careers in law...
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Belhaven University Theatre Presents Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play "Doubt: A Parable"
Belhaven University’s Theatre Department will present John Patrick Shanley’s critically acclaimed play, “Doubt: A Parable,”...
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Belhaven University Presents Engrave Art Exhibit, Featuring Hosik Kim
Belhaven University’s Art and Design Department is hosting the upcoming art exhibit, Engrave, showcasing the work of visiting artist and...
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Belhaven University Art Professor Receives Grant from Mississippi Arts Commission
The Mississippi Arts Commission’s (MAC) Artist Fellowship awarded Nate Theisen, Co-Chair and Professor of Art and Design Department, a...
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Belhaven University Reveals 2024 Alumni Award Winners
Belhaven University has announced its 2024 Alumni Award winners. The University will honor this year’s recipients during the Alumni...
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Belhaven University Announces Dates for Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024
Alumni, students, parents, and families will share memories, build new traditions, enjoy special events, and reunite during Belhaven’s...
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Belhaven University Named One of Money's 2024 Best Colleges in America
Belhaven University is proud to announce that it has been named one of Money's 2024 Best Colleges in America.
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Belhaven University Kicks Off Semester with Welcome Week 2024
Belhaven's Welcome Week 2024 is August 15-24. A week of exciting events will mark the beginning of the semester for new and returning students.
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Belhaven University Announces its Arts Ablaze 2024 Schedule
The arts are thriving at Belhaven University! This semester’s productions, showcases, concerts, and exhibitions will highlight the talent of...
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Belhaven Gaming Club is Bringing Students Together Through Gaming
The new Belhaven Gaming Club (BUG) is creating a vibrant community at Belhaven University by uniting students through a shared passion for games.
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PTK Names Belhaven University to Transfer Honor Roll for Sixth Consecutive Year
For the sixth consecutive year, Phi Theta Kappa Honor (PTK) Society has nationally recognized Belhaven University for its commitment...
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Belhaven to Host Second Orientation for Freshmen and Transfer Students
On July 19, Belhaven University will host another orientation for new transfer and freshmen students who missed the previous event
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Forbes Advisor Names Belhaven University Top 10 for Best Online MBA in Entrepreneurship
Forbes Advisor has named Belhaven University one of the top 10 institutions in the nation for its online MBA in Entrepreneurship program for 2024.
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Belhaven Alumni Lead Award-Winning Play to 2024 International Thespian Festival
Belhaven University alumni Malaika Quarterman (’05) and Madison Upendo (’18) have co-directed an acclaimed play, selected to represent...
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Belhaven Freshmen Orientation 2024 Scheduled for June
Belhaven University’s New Student Orientation is June 13-14. Aimed at equipping incoming freshmen with the tools they need for a...
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Belhaven University Joins AWS Academy to Equip Students with In-Demand Cloud Computing Skills
Today, Belhaven University announced its participation in AWS Academy, a program built by experts at Amazon Web Services (AWS) that will provide...
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Nominations for Belhaven Alumni Awards Opens Today
Belhaven University is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Alumni Awards. A total of thirteen awards will honor alumni during the...
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Belhaven University Appoints Dr. Bobbie Loveless as School of Nursing Dean
Belhaven University proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Bobbie Loveless as the Dean of the School of Nursing.
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Chorale and Concert Choir to Present “I Still Believe”
Join us on Monday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for the Arts Concert Hall for a poignant evening of remembrance and resilience as The...
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Concert to Highlight Semester’s Top Musical Performances
The Belhaven Music Department will showcase some of the top student performances of the semester and present music awards to several music majors.
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New Art on Display for 2024 Student Exhibition
The 2024 Annual Student Art and Design Exhibition is the centerpiece of the year for Belhaven's Visual Art Department, and it showcases...
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Belhaven University to Celebrate Graduating Class of 2024
Belhaven University’s 2024 Spring Commencement is April 27, 9:30 a.m. at the Mississippi Coliseum. All traditional, adult, graduate, and...
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New Choreography Takes Center Stage at 2024 Spring Dance Concert
Belhaven University's 2024 Spring Dance Concert will feature new choreography by dance faculty and guest artists.
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Belhaven University Earns Top 2024-2025 Military Friendly School Award
Belhaven University announced today that it has earned the 2024-2025 Military Friendly® School designation for its long history of...
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Message for Birmingham Southern Students Seeking to Transfer
We are praying for you in this challenging time and want to be of assistance to you as you determine your next college decision.
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Belhaven’s Student Musicians to Showcase New Compositions
The Belhaven Composers Forum will be premiering their new music along with structured improvisation on Friday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Center...
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Belhaven University to Welcome Transfer Students to Orientation Day
Belhaven University will welcome new transfer students during its upcoming Transfer Orientation Day on May 17, 2024.
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Theatre Department Hosts an Exciting Medley of Broadway Hits
Mark your calendars and prepare to be swept away by the magic of Broadway as Belhaven University's Theatre Department presents “A Night...
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Belhaven University Launches New Master's Degree in Counseling
Belhaven University is proud to announce the launch of its newest graduate program, the Master of Arts in Counseling.
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Student Musicians to Bring Wind Ensemble Concert to Belhaven
Students from Belhaven’s Music Department will be performing in the Wind Ensemble Concert on Tuesday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Center for...
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Student Musicians Take the Stage for Strings and Orchestra Showcase
On March 22, Belhaven’s Symphonic Orchestra, string soloists, and chamber ensemble will grace the stage for an evening filled with musical...
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Guest Artist Amelia Key to Feature New Art and Host Masterclass
The work of artist and Belhaven alumna Amelia Key will be on display March 23 – April 6.
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Belhaven University Students Excel at Mississippi Honors Conference
Students from Belhaven University's Honors Program recently showcased their academic prowess at the Mississippi Honors Conference, held at...
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School of Nursing Reduces Cost and Time of RN to BSN Program
Belhaven’s School of Nursing announced a major change that will make its RN to BSN program the most affordable and fastest in the state.