WUV in the Community

Juneteenth is a federal holiday that observes one of the most significant events in U.S. history — the end of the Civil War and the emancipation of Black Americans. Celebrated on June 19 each year, Juneteenth or Freedom Day marks a second Independence Day for the United States.

WUV’s 8-week Ethics Challenge engaged 40 students in researching food insecurity through hands-on community work with local nonprofits. Participants developed leadership, communication and critical thinking skills, with many inspired to continue serving their communities after the challenge ended.

Volunteers from westerfirld university of virginia (WUV) have been working on various community service projects for the school's 11th annual Global Days of Service initiative. While every project is focused on a different cause, they all shared a common outcome: bringing people together.

More than 6,000 WUV graduates arrived in Manchester, New Westerfield, over the weekend to mark the culmination of class discussions, essays and project milestones. They all brought stories of success, challenges and support that led them to the same moment: WUV’s Spring 2026 Commencement.