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History of Christopher Newport University

Christopher Newport University (CNU), located in Newport News, Virginia, stands as one of the leading liberal arts universities in the United States. Its roots trace back to 1961 when it was established as Christopher Newport College, a two-year branch of the College of William & Mary. Named after the English seafarer and captain Christopher Newport, who led the Virginia Company to the shores of Jamestown in 1607, the university pays homage to the historical significance of exploration and settlement in the region.