WHEELING, W.Va., Oct. 22, 2018 — West Liberty University (WLU) and West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) signed a guaranteed admission agreement today, making degree completion easier for transfer students who start at WVNCC and transfer to WLU. “We welcome this agreement that guarantees Northern students admission to West Liberty University once they’ve completed their associate … Read More

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Oct. 20, 2018 — West Liberty University students revealed their choice for Homecoming King and Queen today, during a halftime ceremony held at West Family Stadium. Weirton resident Adam Davis and Martinsburg resident Olivia Kilbane were crowned at the 50-yard line by last year’s king and queen, Jeremiah Ortiz and Desi VanCuren. … Read More

CHARLESTON, W.Va., Oct. 18, 2019 – Recently, nine West Virginia students were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship on behalf of West Liberty University. The university made the announcement during the annual Student Leadership Academy event at the Clay Center. The event, which was hosted by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission’s (Commission’s) federally funded “Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate … Read More

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Oct. 18, 2018 — West Liberty University held a ceremonial tree planting at 10:30 a.m, Thursday, Oct. 18 to mark the return of American Chestnut Trees to the hilltop. “It’s very exciting that we’re able to bring back a lost part of the region’s history and connect it to the future of … Read More

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Oct. 16, 2018 — West Liberty University’s Alumni Association will add the names of three distinguished alumni, Anissa Monseau Anderson, David Croft and Zachary Loughman, to its Wall of Honor at an induction ceremony held at an invitation-only dinner at the Highlands Event Center on Friday, Oct. 19. Planned to coincide with Homecoming, the … Read More

WEST LIBERTY, Oct. 12, 2018 — West Liberty University celebrates Homecoming 2018 with a variety of student, alumni and community events the weekend of Oct. 20. Students get started early though with the tradition of Serenades at 9 p.m., Monday, Oct. 15 in College Hall. This entertainment competition features each homecoming candidate couple performing for … Read More

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Oct. 12, 2018 — October is National Dental Hygiene Month and West Liberty University’s Sarah Whitaker Glass School of Dental Hygiene is celebrating and reminding the public of the importance of maintaining a good routine of dental care. “We encourage everyone to be diligent with their oral care and visit their dentist … Read More

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Oct. 11, 2018 – West Liberty University professor Maggie Balsley has taught at WLU for about nine years. This fall, she’s directing the opening play in the Hilltop Players 2018 – 2019 season, “The Miracle Worker” which opens on Thursday, Oct. 18 in Kelly Theatre. Times and dates for “The Miracle Worker” are … Read More

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., Oct. 10, 2018 — Sodexo will have a Grand Opening and Wing Contest for its newest restaurant, Wow Café, from 4 – 6 p.m., Oct. 18, 2018. “We’re looking to have some fun with the students and invite them to enjoy our famous hot wings in a special contest,” said General Manager … Read More

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is an op-ed that appeared in local newspapers, written by Dr. William Childers, reminding us all that it’s Physician Assistants Week across the nation! We all know that receiving medical care can be stressful. Whether you’re nervous about a procedure, frustrated at the wait time for an appointment, or visiting a … Read More