Chad Fowler

Fairmont State University’s Athletic Director Chad Fowler has announced his resignation after more than two years of leading the Fighting Falcons to accept a professional opportunity outside of the athletics industry.

During the inaugural Fairmont State University Day of Giving more than 370 donors helped to raise nearly $200,000 setting a record for the most gifts the University has ever received in one day. 

“We’re so proud of the Fairmont State University community of alumni and friends who came together to show the power of philanthropy,” Julie R. Cryser, president of the Fairmont State Foundation, said. The Foundation raises money on Fairmont State University’s behalf.

For the first time in more than 30 years, Fairmont State University will offer wrestling as part of its intercollegiate athletics program beginning in the fall of 2019.

Fairmont State President Dr. Mirta M. Martin and the Fairmont State University Board of Governors announced the promotion of Tim McNeely and Chad Fowler to University leadership positions.