Curtis, Bonar and Blatnik Have Deep Ties to University

The West Liberty University Foundation held its Scholarship Dinner and Academy of Honor Induction Ceremony on Friday, April 30 in the R. Emmett Boyle Conference Center in the Academic, Sports and Recreation Sports Complex.

The Academy of Honor is a distinction bestowed upon alumni, friends and former employees of West Liberty University who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment, dedication and service to the advancement of the institution.

This year’s honorees who will be inducted posthumously: General William B. Curtis, Trustee of West Liberty Academy and Normal School from 1857 – 1881, and John S. Bonar, President of the institution from 1926- 1933.

Also inducted, Albert M. Blatnik, Ed.D. During his career at West Liberty, Dr. Blatnik was a coach, Professor of Physical Education, Director of Athletics and Chairman of the Department of Health and Physical Education.

Proceeds benefit the West Liberty University Foundation Endowed Scholarship Fund.