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North Carolina Wesleyan University offers a best‑in‑class value and a personally tailored private higher education experience. We invest in every student through individualized
awards, scholarships and grants
. As one of the most affordable private colleges in NC, Wesleyan is YOUR small, hometown university with a big heart—Personal, Practical, and Purpose‑Driven—offering liberal arts, professional,
graduate
, and online education programs designed for both traditional and working‑
adult learners
.
Start Your Journey at North Carolina Wesleyan University
First-year students, review admission requirements, deadlines, estimated costs and more for day-time classes at North Carolina Wesleyan University.
Adult learners, explore our accelerated 8-week, hybrid and online classes. Choose from 300+ courses and 10 campuses.
Transferring? We offer a simple transfer process to make your transition to Wesleyan as easy as possible.
With a very diverse student body, NCWU has over 170 international students from 40+ countries who call NC Wesleyan home.
Take the next steps! Explore our affordable graduate programs, review application procedure and apply online.
APPLY
VISIT
INQUIRE
GIVE
Explore North Carolina Wesleyan University.
Discover what it’s like to study and live at North Carolina Wesleyan University, one of the safest colleges in North Carolina.
Schedule a student-led tour of our main Rocky Mount campus and experience for yourself the family atmosphere at North Carolina Wesleyan University.
In case you can’t make it!
Check out our
Interactive Campus Map
, Housing Tours and more.
Schedule a Visit
Virtual Tour of Campus
Virtual Tour of Residential Life
Adult & Online -Request More Info
Why North Carolina Wesleyan University? >
#2
Most Diverse College in NC
#1
Most affordable private, nonprofit university and among
Top 10 overall
most affordable colleges in NC
#5
Safest College Campuses in North Carolina
100%
Traditional program students are eligible for financial assistance
What's Happening at North Carolina Wesleyan University
Bishop News
All
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Campus News
Current Students News
Donors
Exercise Science News
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Scholarships
EasyFlyers Establishes Annual Scholarship at North Carolina Wesleyan University
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is pleased to announce the creation of the EasyFlyers Annual Scholarship, established through the generosity of EasyFlyers, a global company recognized for its work in transportation and logistics solutions. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a Wesleyan student majoring in Supply Chain Management and Logistics. As a leader […]
Transforming NCWU Classrooms with AI
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is embracing artificial intelligence in a creative, hands-on way through its AI for Professionals Honors Class, taught by Dr. Jackie Lewis. Made up of a mix of sophomores and juniors from a wide variety of majors, the course encourages students to explore AI in ways that are both innovative and […]
NC Wesleyan MPH Gains CEPH Applicant Status
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is pleased to announce that its Master of Public Health (MPH) program has received approval of its initial application for accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), the nationally recognized accrediting body for schools and programs of public health. The application was reviewed and approved during CEPH’s […]
NCWU Recognized for Wellness by ACSM’s EIM® Program
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is one of only 200 universities and colleges around the world to be honored by Exercise is Medicine® (EIM) for its efforts to create a culture of wellness on its campus. Faculty/Staff Personal Training, Wesleyan Wellness initiatives, the Walk with the President, the Health and Movement Science Club Pickleball Tournament, […]
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may
fri
01
may
5:00 pm
2026 Baccalaureate Service
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2026
Event Details
Join us for our 2026 Baccalaureate Service to be held at the Leon Russell Chapel. You are invited to come worship and pray as we
Event Details
Join us for our 2026 Baccalaureate Service to be held at the Leon Russell Chapel. You are invited to come worship and pray as we thank God for bringing us through another year and, more specifically, celebrate the Class of 2026.
Public is Invited.
Location:
Leon Russell Chapel on Campus
Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm
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Leon Russell Chapel
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North Carolina Wesleyan University
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Rocky Mount Event Center
285 NE Main St
sat
02
may
10:00 am
sat
12:00 pm
2026 Commencement Ceremony
Event Details
North Carolina Wesleyan University’s 2026 commencement ceremony will be held May 2, 2026.
Learn More>
Event Details
North Carolina Wesleyan University’s 2026 commencement ceremony will be held May 2, 2026.
Learn More>
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Rocky Mount Event Center
285 NE Main St
Organizer
North Carolina Wesleyan University
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wed
06
may
8:00 am
School’s Out Flex Disc Golf Tournament
Event Details
May 9, 2026North Carolina Wesleyan University will host the School’s Out Flex Disc Golf Tournament.
C-Tier Flex Tee Time Tournament, 1-round of play
Amateur
Event Details
May 9, 2026
North Carolina Wesleyan University will host the School’s Out Flex Disc Golf Tournament.
C-Tier Flex Tee Time Tournament, 1-round of play
Amateur and Pro divisions available
Tee times available from 8:00am – 12:00pm
Time
(Wednesday) 8:00 am
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
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mon
11
may
8:00 am
mon
3:16 pm
Summer I Classes Begin
Adult & Professional Studies
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Summer A classes begin soon! Join us as we kick off the first half of the summer semester at North Carolina Wesleyan University. Summer I
Event Details
Summer A classes begin soon!
Join us as we kick off the first half of the summer semester at North Carolina Wesleyan University. Summer I courses officially start on
May 11
, offering students the opportunity to accelerate their progress, stay on track, or explore a new subject through our fast‑paced 6‑week format.
LEARN MORE & REGISTER
Whether you’re a traditional student or an adult learner balancing work and school, Summer classes provides a flexible way to keep moving forward toward your academic goals. Make sure you’re registered, check your course schedule, and log into your portals ahead of time so you’re ready for Day 1.
Also check out other future important academic dates on
NCWU’s Academic Calendar.
Faculty and staff are excited to welcome you back and support you as we begin another energizing 6‑week session. Let’s make it a strong start—HERE WE GO, BISHOPS!
Time
(Monday) 8:00 am - 3:16 pm
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
Organizer
Adult & Professional Studies
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The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
tue
12
may
7:30 pm
Journey Through America' Songbook
Tar River Swing Band with Special Guests
Event Details
Celebrate the rich legacy of American music with the Tar River Swing Band as they take
Event Details
Celebrate the rich legacy of American music with the
Tar River Swing Band
as they take you on a Journey Through America’s Songbook. From the spirited sounds of Dixieland and the golden age of Swing to the soulful rhythms of Blues and Jazz, this concert honors the timeless styles that define our nation’s musical voice.
One of the most distinctive musical events ever presented in Rocky Mount!
Formed in 1999, the Tar River Swing Band will mark twenty-seven years of performance in eastern and central North Carolina by welcoming six professional musicians who regularly appear at the
North Carolina Jazz Festival
in Wilmington, a festival founded in 1980 and long recognized as one of the premier traditional jazz gatherings in the South.
About Our Special Guests
Rossano Sportiello,
featured at the festival, is an internationally respected pianist from Vigevano, Italy, trained at the Italian conservatory and widely admired for stride piano, swing, and bebop performances throughout Europe and the United States. His presence will bring both virtuosity and stylistic authenticity to the program.
Chuck Redd,
another festival artist, is an accomplished performer on drums and vibraphone who has appeared internationally, worked with major jazz figures, and taught at the University of Maryland School of Music; his artistry will add both rhythmic drive and color, especially alongside Tar River’s own outstanding percussionist, Jon Wacker, a retired music professor at East Carolina University.
Adrian Cunningham,
the Sydney-born multi-instrumentalist who now lives in New York City, has performed at major festivals and clubs around the world and is known for his work on reeds, clarinet, flute, and vocals. His breadth and showmanship would make him a natural fit for a festive traditional jazz program.
Bruce Harris,
an outstanding trumpeter who serves as Program Director at the Louis Armstrong House Museum and Center in Queens, New York, will be a guest artist as well. The Armstrong Center, opened in 2023 across from Armstrong’s historic home, houses the vast Louis Armstrong Archive and serves as a major performance and educational center dedicated to preserving and advancing Armstrong’s legacy. Harris, a Bronx native who studied under Jon Faddis at SUNY Purchase and earned both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in jazz performance there, combines institutional leadership with a flourishing performance career. His involvement would connect the Rocky Mount concert to one of the most important living centers of traditional American jazz heritage.
Lucy Yeghiazaryan
is an especially compelling guest vocalist. She is an Armenian American singer who has become a leading voice in straight-ahead jazz. She has performed widely in major venues and has earned recognition for combining emotional richness, jazz phrasing, and deep interpretive power. Her artistry will bring a strong vocal dimension to the concert, and her presence will carry added symbolic value in Rocky Mount, the birthplace of Thelonious Monk. Her connection to the larger jazz world, together with Rocky Mount’s own historic link to Monk, will help frame the evening not simply as a concert but as a celebration of the city’s place in the story of American jazz.
Trombonist
Charlie Halloran
of New Orleans will likewise be an excellent fit. Halloran is known as one of the most active and versatile musicians on the New Orleans scene, deeply grounded in traditional jazz performance. His command of the idiom, together with the authentic New Orleans character he brings to every appearance, would strengthen the traditional jazz concept being envisioned for the program.
Important local and regional support help make this undertaking possible.
Sandy Evans
, longtime leader of the North Carolina Jazz Festival, provided contact information for the musicians and will assist in promoting attendance from the Wilmington area. Winkie Earp, a Johnston County resident and major supporter of the NC Jazz Festival, has also provided support for the May 12th concert. She is known for her enthusiasm for jazz that spreads beyond Smithfield, Clayton, and Raleigh to Wilmington each year and now to Rocky Mount. Such support will help broaden the audience base well beyond Rocky Mount area itself.
By bringing to Rocky Mount several leading artists associated with the North Carolina Jazz Festival and pairing them with the Tar River Swing Band, this concert will
celebrate twenty-seven years
of local musical commitment while also honoring the broader legacy of traditional American music. In the birthplace of Thelonious Monk, such a collaboration will become more than a concert. It will become a cultural event of genuine distinction, linking Rocky Mount to Wilmington, New Orleans, New York, and the wider history of jazz itself.
Through thoughtful planning, strong local partnerships, and outstanding guest artists , the evening of May 12, 2026, will be unlike anything the Tar River Swing Band has ever done before.
Come early and enjoy a lively pre-concert reception with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and entertainment by members of the swing band (VIP ticket required). Don’t miss this extraordinary night of jazz excellence and musical camaraderie—sure to be one of our season’s highlights!
May 12, 2026
7:30 PM
PURCHASE TICKETS
General Admission
Standard Ticket:
$30
VIP Pass (includes pre-concert reception):
$60
Time
(Tuesday) 7:30 pm
Location
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Organizer
Tar River Orchestra
Learn More
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Live. Eat. Play.
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Student Engagement
WesQuest Program
International
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First Year Experience
Veteran Benefits
Community
The Dunn Center | Official Site
Cultural Arts
Mims and Gravely Art Galleries
Work at Wesleyan
Shelton Challenge
Rock the Mount Community Event
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North Carolina Wesleyan University
myNCWU
Academic Calendar
University Catalog
Events Calendar
Campus Map
Student/Staff Email
Directory
Faculty & Staff Resources
Recent News & Articles
QUICKLINKS
APS-Focused-Slider-v1-web
Nursing-Slider3-2026
MSSL-Degree-Slider-2200x710
Marketing-Slider-2026
Learn More About Our Marketing Major & Students
us-news-Slider-spring-2026
small-school-big-heart-Slider_2200x710
North Carolina Wesleyan University offers a best‑in‑class value and a personally tailored private higher education experience. We invest in every student through individualized
awards, scholarships and grants
. As one of the most affordable private colleges in NC, Wesleyan is YOUR small, hometown university with a big heart—Personal, Practical, and Purpose‑Driven—offering liberal arts, professional,
graduate
, and online education programs designed for both traditional and working‑
adult learners
.
Start Your Journey at North Carolina Wesleyan University
First-year students, review admission requirements, deadlines, estimated costs and more for day-time classes at North Carolina Wesleyan University.
Adult learners, explore our accelerated 8-week, hybrid and online classes. Choose from 300+ courses and 10 campuses.
Transferring? We offer a simple transfer process to make your transition to Wesleyan as easy as possible.
With a very diverse student body, NCWU has over 170 international students from 40+ countries who call NC Wesleyan home.
Take the next steps! Explore our affordable graduate programs, review application procedure and apply online.
APPLY
VISIT
INQUIRE
GIVE
Explore North Carolina Wesleyan University.
Discover what it’s like to study and live at North Carolina Wesleyan University, one of the safest colleges in North Carolina.
Schedule a student-led tour of our main Rocky Mount campus and experience for yourself the family atmosphere at North Carolina Wesleyan University.
In case you can’t make it!
Check out our
Interactive Campus Map
, Housing Tours and more.
Schedule a Visit
Virtual Tour of Campus
Virtual Tour of Residential Life
Adult & Online -Request More Info
Why North Carolina Wesleyan University? >
#2
Most Diverse College in NC
#1
Most affordable private, nonprofit university and among
Top 10 overall
most affordable colleges in NC
#5
Safest College Campuses in North Carolina
100%
Traditional program students are eligible for financial assistance
What's Happening at North Carolina Wesleyan University
Bishop News
All
Academic News
Campus News
Current Students News
Donors
Exercise Science News
Faculty & Staff News
Prospective Students News
Scholarships
EasyFlyers Establishes Annual Scholarship at North Carolina Wesleyan University
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is pleased to announce the creation of the EasyFlyers Annual Scholarship, established through the generosity of EasyFlyers, a global company recognized for its work in transportation and logistics solutions. The scholarship will be awarded each year to a Wesleyan student majoring in Supply Chain Management and Logistics. As a leader […]
Transforming NCWU Classrooms with AI
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is embracing artificial intelligence in a creative, hands-on way through its AI for Professionals Honors Class, taught by Dr. Jackie Lewis. Made up of a mix of sophomores and juniors from a wide variety of majors, the course encourages students to explore AI in ways that are both innovative and […]
NC Wesleyan MPH Gains CEPH Applicant Status
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is pleased to announce that its Master of Public Health (MPH) program has received approval of its initial application for accreditation from the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), the nationally recognized accrediting body for schools and programs of public health. The application was reviewed and approved during CEPH’s […]
NCWU Recognized for Wellness by ACSM’s EIM® Program
North Carolina Wesleyan University (NCWU) is one of only 200 universities and colleges around the world to be honored by Exercise is Medicine® (EIM) for its efforts to create a culture of wellness on its campus. Faculty/Staff Personal Training, Wesleyan Wellness initiatives, the Walk with the President, the Health and Movement Science Club Pickleball Tournament, […]
View All News
Main Campus Events
Current Month
Event type
All
Academics
Admissions
Alumni Association
Athletics
Camps
Career Development Workshop Series
Clubs
Disc Golf
Dunn Center Rental Show
Dunn Center Showcase/Seasonal Show
Faculty Event
Internships/Career Services
Library
Mims Gallery Reception
NC Wesleyan Event
Practical Skills Academy
Student Activities
Theatre
Past and Future Events
All
Only Past Events
Only Future Events
may
fri
01
may
5:00 pm
2026 Baccalaureate Service
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2026
Event Details
Join us for our 2026 Baccalaureate Service to be held at the Leon Russell Chapel. You are invited to come worship and pray as we
Event Details
Join us for our 2026 Baccalaureate Service to be held at the Leon Russell Chapel. You are invited to come worship and pray as we thank God for bringing us through another year and, more specifically, celebrate the Class of 2026.
Public is Invited.
Location:
Leon Russell Chapel on Campus
Time
(Friday) 5:00 pm
Location
Leon Russell Chapel
Organizer
North Carolina Wesleyan University
Learn More
Calendar
GoogleCal
Rocky Mount Event Center
285 NE Main St
sat
02
may
10:00 am
sat
12:00 pm
2026 Commencement Ceremony
Event Details
North Carolina Wesleyan University’s 2026 commencement ceremony will be held May 2, 2026.
Learn More>
Event Details
North Carolina Wesleyan University’s 2026 commencement ceremony will be held May 2, 2026.
Learn More>
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Rocky Mount Event Center
285 NE Main St
Organizer
North Carolina Wesleyan University
Learn More
Calendar
GoogleCal
wed
06
may
8:00 am
School’s Out Flex Disc Golf Tournament
Event Details
May 9, 2026North Carolina Wesleyan University will host the School’s Out Flex Disc Golf Tournament.
C-Tier Flex Tee Time Tournament, 1-round of play
Amateur
Event Details
May 9, 2026
North Carolina Wesleyan University will host the School’s Out Flex Disc Golf Tournament.
C-Tier Flex Tee Time Tournament, 1-round of play
Amateur and Pro divisions available
Tee times available from 8:00am – 12:00pm
Time
(Wednesday) 8:00 am
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
Calendar
GoogleCal
mon
11
may
8:00 am
mon
3:16 pm
Summer I Classes Begin
Adult & Professional Studies
Event Details
Summer A classes begin soon! Join us as we kick off the first half of the summer semester at North Carolina Wesleyan University. Summer I
Event Details
Summer A classes begin soon!
Join us as we kick off the first half of the summer semester at North Carolina Wesleyan University. Summer I courses officially start on
May 11
, offering students the opportunity to accelerate their progress, stay on track, or explore a new subject through our fast‑paced 6‑week format.
LEARN MORE & REGISTER
Whether you’re a traditional student or an adult learner balancing work and school, Summer classes provides a flexible way to keep moving forward toward your academic goals. Make sure you’re registered, check your course schedule, and log into your portals ahead of time so you’re ready for Day 1.
Also check out other future important academic dates on
NCWU’s Academic Calendar.
Faculty and staff are excited to welcome you back and support you as we begin another energizing 6‑week session. Let’s make it a strong start—HERE WE GO, BISHOPS!
Time
(Monday) 8:00 am - 3:16 pm
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
Organizer
Adult & Professional Studies
Learn More
Calendar
GoogleCal
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
tue
12
may
7:30 pm
Journey Through America' Songbook
Tar River Swing Band with Special Guests
Event Details
Celebrate the rich legacy of American music with the Tar River Swing Band as they take
Event Details
Celebrate the rich legacy of American music with the
Tar River Swing Band
as they take you on a Journey Through America’s Songbook. From the spirited sounds of Dixieland and the golden age of Swing to the soulful rhythms of Blues and Jazz, this concert honors the timeless styles that define our nation’s musical voice.
One of the most distinctive musical events ever presented in Rocky Mount!
Formed in 1999, the Tar River Swing Band will mark twenty-seven years of performance in eastern and central North Carolina by welcoming six professional musicians who regularly appear at the
North Carolina Jazz Festival
in Wilmington, a festival founded in 1980 and long recognized as one of the premier traditional jazz gatherings in the South.
About Our Special Guests
Rossano Sportiello,
featured at the festival, is an internationally respected pianist from Vigevano, Italy, trained at the Italian conservatory and widely admired for stride piano, swing, and bebop performances throughout Europe and the United States. His presence will bring both virtuosity and stylistic authenticity to the program.
Chuck Redd,
another festival artist, is an accomplished performer on drums and vibraphone who has appeared internationally, worked with major jazz figures, and taught at the University of Maryland School of Music; his artistry will add both rhythmic drive and color, especially alongside Tar River’s own outstanding percussionist, Jon Wacker, a retired music professor at East Carolina University.
Adrian Cunningham,
the Sydney-born multi-instrumentalist who now lives in New York City, has performed at major festivals and clubs around the world and is known for his work on reeds, clarinet, flute, and vocals. His breadth and showmanship would make him a natural fit for a festive traditional jazz program.
Bruce Harris,
an outstanding trumpeter who serves as Program Director at the Louis Armstrong House Museum and Center in Queens, New York, will be a guest artist as well. The Armstrong Center, opened in 2023 across from Armstrong’s historic home, houses the vast Louis Armstrong Archive and serves as a major performance and educational center dedicated to preserving and advancing Armstrong’s legacy. Harris, a Bronx native who studied under Jon Faddis at SUNY Purchase and earned both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in jazz performance there, combines institutional leadership with a flourishing performance career. His involvement would connect the Rocky Mount concert to one of the most important living centers of traditional American jazz heritage.
Lucy Yeghiazaryan
is an especially compelling guest vocalist. She is an Armenian American singer who has become a leading voice in straight-ahead jazz. She has performed widely in major venues and has earned recognition for combining emotional richness, jazz phrasing, and deep interpretive power. Her artistry will bring a strong vocal dimension to the concert, and her presence will carry added symbolic value in Rocky Mount, the birthplace of Thelonious Monk. Her connection to the larger jazz world, together with Rocky Mount’s own historic link to Monk, will help frame the evening not simply as a concert but as a celebration of the city’s place in the story of American jazz.
Trombonist
Charlie Halloran
of New Orleans will likewise be an excellent fit. Halloran is known as one of the most active and versatile musicians on the New Orleans scene, deeply grounded in traditional jazz performance. His command of the idiom, together with the authentic New Orleans character he brings to every appearance, would strengthen the traditional jazz concept being envisioned for the program.
Important local and regional support help make this undertaking possible.
Sandy Evans
, longtime leader of the North Carolina Jazz Festival, provided contact information for the musicians and will assist in promoting attendance from the Wilmington area. Winkie Earp, a Johnston County resident and major supporter of the NC Jazz Festival, has also provided support for the May 12th concert. She is known for her enthusiasm for jazz that spreads beyond Smithfield, Clayton, and Raleigh to Wilmington each year and now to Rocky Mount. Such support will help broaden the audience base well beyond Rocky Mount area itself.
By bringing to Rocky Mount several leading artists associated with the North Carolina Jazz Festival and pairing them with the Tar River Swing Band, this concert will
celebrate twenty-seven years
of local musical commitment while also honoring the broader legacy of traditional American music. In the birthplace of Thelonious Monk, such a collaboration will become more than a concert. It will become a cultural event of genuine distinction, linking Rocky Mount to Wilmington, New Orleans, New York, and the wider history of jazz itself.
Through thoughtful planning, strong local partnerships, and outstanding guest artists , the evening of May 12, 2026, will be unlike anything the Tar River Swing Band has ever done before.
Come early and enjoy a lively pre-concert reception with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and entertainment by members of the swing band (VIP ticket required). Don’t miss this extraordinary night of jazz excellence and musical camaraderie—sure to be one of our season’s highlights!
May 12, 2026
7:30 PM
PURCHASE TICKETS
General Admission
Standard Ticket:
$30
VIP Pass (includes pre-concert reception):
$60
Time
(Tuesday) 7:30 pm
Location
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Organizer
Tar River Orchestra
Learn More
Calendar
GoogleCal
View All Events
Stay Connected!
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Experience North Carolina Wesleyan University
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APPLY
NC Wesleyan University
3400 N. Wesleyan Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
252.985.5100
800.488.6292
Contact Us
Campus Map
All Social Media Channels >
Resources
My NCWU
University Catalog
Request More Info
Events
News
Student Email
Policies & Notices
Title IX and Equal Opportunity
Campus Hazing Policy
Faculty & Staff Resources
Media & Branding Resources
Alumni Relations
Bishop Beat Newsletter
Student Achievement Report
Academic Program Inventory
Consumer Information
Transcript Requests
Working at Wesleyan
Campus
Campus Map & Tour
Campus Store
Campus Safety
Parent Resources
The Dunn Center
Faculty & Staff Directory
Health Services
Library
Wesleyan News
Dining Services
Catering Services
Event Venue Rentals
Photo Gallery
Apply
Request More Info
Plan A Visit
Give
NCWU
About
Why NC Wesleyan?
Campus Map & Tour
Bishop Beliefs
We are Battling Bishops
Departments
Publications
Faculty & Staff Directory
Contact Us
Admissions
Apply
Visit
Tuition Deposit
Connect with a Counselor
Orientation
Financial Aid
Academics
Undergraduate Programs
Graduate Programs
Executive Residency Programs
Adult & Online Studies
Accelerated Dual Degree Pathways
Certificate Programs
Partnerships
Practical Skills Academy
Registrar
Library
Our Faculty
Accreditation & Accountability
Adult & Online
Adult Undergraduate Programs
Adult Studies Tuition
Financial Aid
Graduate & Professional Programs
Graduate Programs Tuition
Campus Life
Live. Eat. Play.
Athletics
Spiritual Life
Student Engagement
WesQuest Program
International
Student Resources
Parent Resources
First Year Experience
Veteran Benefits
Community
The Dunn Center | Official Site
Cultural Arts
Mims and Gravely Art Galleries
Work at Wesleyan
Shelton Challenge
Rock the Mount Community Event
NCWU Summer Camps
Event Venue Rentals
Athletics
The Dunn Center
Alumni/Donors
Ways to Give
Library
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