WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — The West Liberty University Foundation is honored to announce the creation of the Megan Dart Endowed Volleyball Scholarship, established in loving memory of Megan Maureen Dart by her husband Michael and daughters Bella and Evie.
Megan, who passed away on July 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with neuroendocrine cancer, devoted her life to caring for others as a cardiac sonographer. A graduate of Lawrence Central High School and Ball State University, Megan was known for her kindness, compassion, and commitment to service. Beyond her healthcare career, Megan was a dedicated volleyball supporter and, most of all, a proud mother who found joy in cheering for her daughters, Bella and Evie. Her warmth, enthusiasm, and unwavering support made her a beloved “team mom” and role model in every community she touched.
The endowed scholarship will support student-athletes participating in women’s intercollegiate volleyball at West Liberty University. Preference will be given to students majoring in healthcare-related fields, including Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Exercise Physiology, Biology, Pre-Medicine, and Speech Pathology, reflecting Megan’s lifelong dedication to helping others.
To further honor Megan’s legacy, a commemorative plaque in her memory will be installed in the ASRC, where it will serve as a reminder of her spirit, generosity, and impact on the Hilltopper community.
The inaugural scholarship recipient, Jessa Anderson, was announced during the West Liberty University WESPY’s, the university’s annual awards ceremony honoring outstanding Hilltopper student-athletes. Anderson, a volleyball standout from Magnolia High School, will join the Hilltoppers this fall and will major in Biology, Pre-Dental.
“Megan exemplified kindness, resilience, and a deep love for her family,” said Michael Dart, who attended the WESPY’s and spoke about his late wife. “Establishing this scholarship ensures her legacy continues to uplift young women pursuing both their academic and athletic dreams.”
“We are profoundly grateful to the Dart family and are honored that they chose to remember Megan in a way that supports student-athletes at West Liberty,” said Betsy Delk, Executive Director of the WLU Foundation.
West Liberty University blends a small-town environment with a comprehensive college experience, fostering students’ aspirations through hands-on learning, personalized support, and unique academic programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels. To apply or learn more about West Liberty University, visit westliberty.edu.
Media Contact:
Rhone Thrash
West Liberty University
rhone.thrash@westliberty.edu
