Helping Make CNU
a Great Place to Work and Learn

Who we are and why we are here

CNU is a unique and special place where students are transformed through a culture of outstanding instruction and learning, where students come first and needs are anticipated, where genuine care, enthusiastic support and persistent friendliness are hallmarks, and where a breathtakingly beautiful campus reflects an attention to detail.

Christopher Newport University Values
Students First
Outstanding Teaching
Commitment to Liberal Learning
Access and Opportunity
Leadership in Community and Commonwealth

Our foundation for success is based on instructional, educational and service excellence, committed and passionate faculty and staff, and a belief that everyone at CNU matters in supporting our educational mission.  We believe the power of education helps students transform their lives, not just to earn a living, but to make a life.

Everyone works very hard to make CNU a great place to work and learn.  If you believe in the power of education, want to make a positive difference and are willing to go the extra mile to support students, faculty and staff, please visit our employment page for further information on how to join our CNU community. Additional information about the academic environment and teaching at CNU may also be found there.

Our Human Resources (HR) Mission Statement

The Office of Human Resources (HR) at Christopher Newport University helps create, instill and foster a phenomenal culture and community in which to work and learn by attracting, hiring, supporting, developing and serving highly talented, caring and committed employees.

Excellent customer service is a high priority to Christopher Newport University and the Office of Human Resources.  If you contact us for information or service, please take a few minutes to complete our HR customer service survey.  The customer service survey may be dropped off in our locked box in the front office in HR, or emailed to hr_customer_service@cnu.edu.  Our complete contact information is easily found by clicking on the "Contact HR" button on the left column of this page.

CNU, an EO employer, is fully committed to Access and Opportunity.