Summer is here, and while most students have moved out of the residence halls, our campus is still abuzz with activity. This summer we’ll hold events for new and potential students like Orientation, Senior StartUP, and Finish What You Started. We also will hold several events this summer that bring community visitors to campus.
In higher education, competition among institutions is often assumed to be a zero-sum game — one university’s gain is another’s loss. As presidents of two West Virginia public universities, we can tell you that nothing is further from the truth. In fact, we believe that when West Virginia’s higher education institutions work together, the entire state benefits.
Fairmont State University celebrated the Class of 2025 on Saturday during its 156th commencement ceremony, giving the graduates a parting message of appreciating the "little moments" and bettering their communities.
Fairmont State University has wrapped up its 2024-25 academic year, a period that university President Dr. Mike Davis believes has set Fairmont State for a plan of success for the future.
This month, President Davis talks with Alumni Director Amy Snively and Alumni Association Board President Nick Fantasia. The trio highlights the benefits of being a member of the alumni community and the many ways alumni can get involved.
With the first year of Middle College pretty much behind them, Fairmont State University officials hope lessons learned throughout the year provide a firm foundation for future success.
This month President Davis talks with Professor Jan Kiger, Chair of the Health & Human Performance Department, about he planned Bachelor of Arts in Outdoor Leadership, the Explorer’s Club, and the Falcon Park & Trail!
Higher education must take the lead in reversing population trends. Fairmont State University is a leader in this area, and we know that we must be proactive if we are going to help the state of West Virginia reach its potential.
Fairmont State University officials believe the school is on track for growth in enrollment, educational attainment, and more, following a successful Day of Giving and the approval of a new strategic plan.
This month President Davis looks back at our busy and successful February and then previews March events including the Encova Career Development Center All-Majors Career Fair on March 12.
The Fairmont State University Day of Giving is a 24-hour event to encourage alumni and the community to support the many programs at the institution. On WAJR’s “Talk of the Town,” President Mike Davis said this year he’ll be engaged for the entire 24 hours and will skip the three-hour nap he had last year. Online “Day of Giving” programming begins at midnight with a message from President Davis, and throughout the next 23 hours, residents will hear about how the many programs at the university have changed lives and started careers.
Fairmont State University’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the annual Day of Giving, takes place Thursday, February 27. The funds raised support academic programs, student organizations, athletic teams, and student support initiatives.
President Davis guests on MetroNews Talkline during Fairmont State Day at the Capital.
Fairmont State University President Dr. Michael Davis shares his journey as a first-time president, offering insights on building “cultural change before structural change” and embracing Fairmont’s unique “Artisan University” identity. Discover how patience and relationships drive meaningful progress in this episode of TRANSFORMED, a Higher Digital podcast.
Fairmont State University is launching a new initiative designed to help incoming in-state students cover tuition and mandatory fees.
