17 August 2022
Greetings! I’m W. Franklin Evans, President of West Liberty University, and it is my desire, my pleasure, to welcome you to the 2022-23 academic year!
As we continue to evolve here on the Hilltop, I can’t wait to have our new students, our returning students, our faculty, staff, and other supporters of the institution be a part of what’s going to take place in this new academic year.
There really is excitement here on the hill because we are expecting great things here at West Liberty University. You already know that we have amazing faculty members who continue providing cutting-edge instruction and opportunities for our students to get hands-on experiential learning before graduating from this institution. We have dedicated, committed, and caring staff members here on the Hilltop to make your learning experience even more meaningful. What can I say about our alums who continually show their support for this institution.
When you walk here on the campus, you’ll see that we have a new food service vendor. Aladdin has already come on board and is making its mark. I’m sure you’ll enjoy the new Bear’s Den, and the student union will have a fresh overhaul and a brand-new look. I can’t wait until you come and see it all!
Across the nation, we are still concerned about our students’ health, safety, and well-being on all campuses. It’s no different here at West Liberty University. We’re taking all the precautions to ensure that your health and safety continue to be a priority here on our campus.
So what else are we looking forward to? An exciting athletic season! The football team is here; the soccer team is here; the volleyball team is here; the band is here! We cannot wait to start this new athletic season as well! All that is missing is you! And so, as president of this institution that is the oldest public institution in West Virginia; over 185 years old, we are striving to continue to be that premier institution that’s not only the best in the state but the best in the region throughout this nation.
So come on back!
I’m excited about this new year and looking forward to seeing you as we continue to evolve and make West Liberty University even better!
Sincerely,
W. Franklin Evans, Ph.D.
President & CEO
President’s Vision
My vision is to provide a holistic, high-quality education for all students so that they will develop into knowledgeable, innovative, and skilled professionals equipped to successfully impact local, state, national, and global communities.
20 August 2021
Greetings West Liberty University Family!
I am delighted to welcome our faculty, staff, and especially our students to another amazing academic year at West Liberty University. We remain committed to offering exceptional academic programs that are focused on preparing students and learners with the essential intellectual skills and practical experiences to meet the demands of a global workforce.
As I look ahead towards a brighter future, we will rise above the pandemic and other obstacles that might try to impede our progress. In all my many years of higher education experience, I have never seen so many challenges having to be addressed all at one time; however, I am confident that most of us have been programed and trained to expect the unexpected and to make lemonade out of the lemons that may be tossed our way. And our way, the path in which we choose, must be well-planned and executed with a new sense of hope and determination for success.
There is much talk about adjusting to a “new norm” and new ways of maneuvering into the future. Change is necessary, but it is not something we need to fear or reject. I personally want to challenge and encourage each of you to embrace a new way of thinking, responding, functioning, and existing. I offer that the new West Liberty University will become a vehicle for moving this institution to the next level. Over the next few weeks and months, we will make adjustments and modifications to the way in which we operate as a business, function as the oldest and greatest higher education institution in West Virginia, and adopt the change necessary to be accommodating to this new norm.
The future will be brighter, and West Liberty University will forge ahead stronger and better. I urge you to be ready for change and the new West Liberty University!
Sincerely,
W. Franklin Evans, Ph.D.
President & CEO
President’s Vision
My vision is to provide a holistic, high-quality education for all students so that they will develop into knowledgeable, innovative, and skilled professionals equipped to successfully impact local, state, national, and global communities.