Today

Excellence Continues

The University of Lynchburg was founded as Virginia Christian College in 1903 by Dr. Josephus Hopwood, a pioneer in Christian coeducation. From its earliest days, the University of Lynchburg has maintained an association with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), since it was through the support of Disciples of Christ ministers and businessmen that the College was established.

Through the years, University of Lynchburg has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts, while also encouraging professional preparation in the belief that the two areas of study support and complement one another. And now, more than a century after its founding, University of Lynchburg continues to lead the way in educational opportunities, standing as a tribute to the Hopwoods’ pioneering spirit.