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West Liberty University Launches Archery Club Sport to Build on Ohio Valley’s Growing Interest

October 29, 2025 By Theresa G

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WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., October 29, 2025 — West Liberty University is excited to announce the formation of a new Archery Club, offering students the opportunity to learn, compete, and connect Read More

West Liberty University Announces Homecoming 2025 Plans

October 17, 2025 By Theresa G

2025 Homecoming

West Liberty, W. Va., October 17, 2025– West Liberty University is gearing up for a week of Homecoming activities, beginning Sunday, October 19. This year’s theme, “Wild West,” promises to Read More

West Liberty University Announces 2025 Wall of Honor Inductees

October 10, 2025 By Theresa G

2025 Wall of Honor Inductees

West Liberty, W.Va., October 10, 2025— West Liberty University (WLU) has announced its 2025 Inductees for the Wall of Honor. They include Kym Gable ‘93, Mickey Marotti ‘87, Joe Nolan Read More

West Liberty University Theatre Presents Nelson Bond’s Adaptation of George Orwell’s Animal Farm

October 2, 2025 By Theresa G

aNIMAL fARM

West Liberty, W.Va., October 1, 2025– The Hilltop Players at West Liberty University proudly announce their upcoming production of Nelson Bond’s stage adaptation of George Orwell’s Animal Farm. Directed by Read More

Something Wicked This Way Comes: The Rustic Mechanicals bring Macbeth to West Liberty University

September 25, 2025 By Theresa G

MACBETH poster

West Liberty, W.Va., September 25, 2025 – The Rustic Mechanicals, West Virginia’s only touring Shakespeare company, return to West Liberty University on Sunday, September 28, 2025, with their Vaulting Ambition Read More

West Liberty University Faculty Selected to Present at Prestigious Hawaii International Conference on Education 

September 24, 2025 By Theresa G

Richard and Sherrie

West Liberty, W.Va., September 24, 2025 – West Liberty University proudly announces that Dr. Sherri Theaker, Dean of the College of Education and Human Performance, and Dr. Richard Whitehead, Chair Read More

West Liberty University’s Alpha Chi Chapter Named Notable Chapter for 2024–25

September 23, 2025 By Theresa G

WLU student Tiffany Sites received a national scholarship for her research presentation at the March Alpha Chi conference.

West Liberty, W.Va. – September 22, 2025 — West Liberty University’s chapter of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society has been named a Notable Chapter for the 2024–25 academic year. Read More

WLU Professor Kang Invited as Juror for Prestigious International Poster Competition

September 22, 2025 By Theresa G

West Liberty University Professor of Visual Communication Moonjung Kang

West Liberty, W.Va., September 22, 2025 – West Liberty University Professor of Visual Communication Moonjung Kang has been invited for the second consecutive year to serve as a juror for Read More

West Liberty University Expands Dementia Support and Student Training through Opportunities to Shine

September 22, 2025 By Theresa G

First-year MS SLP graduate students (left), Kendall Kropp and Maria Goudy are guided by second-year MS SLP graduate student (right), Kara Kapiskosky, and Dr. Carol Zombotti in preparing simulation experiences.

West Liberty, W.Va., September 22, 2025 – West Liberty University is proud to highlight the growth of Opportunities to Shine – WLU Branch, a clinical support group for individuals living Read More

Tri-State Tax Institute Prepares for 67th Annual Event

September 16, 2025 By Theresa G

Members of the Tri-State Tax Institute Board of Directors, from left: John Parkinson and Miranda Parkinson of Appalachian Capital Management Ltd., Ben Cox of Herndon, Morton, Herdon & Yaeger, and Steve Waters of Riverbridge Wealth Management of Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va., September 16, 2025 — For over six decades, the Tri-State Tax Institute has provided professional development and continuing education specifically designed for tax professionals, accountants, attorneys, bankers, and other financial Read More

The Trumpet Returns to Print with Special 2024-25 Commemorative Issue

September 11, 2025 By Theresa G

Image of the cover of The Trumpet special edition

West Liberty, W. Va., September 11, 2025 – West Liberty University’s student-run newspaper The Trumpet, has returned to print for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, with a special Read More

WLU Master of Science in Exercise Physiology Students Partner with Oglebay Park Resort to Promote Workplace Safety

September 9, 2025 By Theresa G

The Oglebay Park Resort Housekeeping department employees take 10-15 minutes each day performing pre-shift group stretches and exercises as a result of an educational seminar presented by the West Liberty University Master of Exercise Physiology students.

West Liberty, W.Va., September 9, 2025— Graduate students in West Liberty University’s Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MSEP) program recently completed a semester-long project focused on ergonomics and workplace Read More

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