<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><item href="/about/president/communication/2026/july-2026-video-message.aspx" dsn="blogs"><externalLink/><featured>true</featured><pubDate>07/01/2026 09:00:00 AM</pubDate><title>July 2026 Video Message</title><description>This year’s On the Road trip begins with a kickoff event at Twin Falls Resort State Park’s Courtyard on Monday, July 13th at 6 pm. This will be followed by county-wide events, community tours, and meaningful conversations that will strengthen Fairmont State’s relationships, help us identify meaningful partnerships, and show how the University can help move our state forward.  </description><image><img src="/_images/presidents-office/2026-07-president-video-thumb.jpg" alt="On the Road with Fairmont State over a van driving in southern West Virginia"/></image><tags><tag>Video Messages</tag></tags></item>