Fairmont State University’s Middle College program is expanding its reach. Originally designed for West Virginia youth ages 16–18 currently in the foster care system, the program provided these students with a unique opportunity: to live on campus, complete their high school diploma, and simultaneously earn an associate degree—all before aging out of care.
Fairmont State University is proud to announce that it is the first higher education institution in West Virginia to have lifetime inductees into Gamma Sigma Theta – the National Honor Society for Geospatial Technology. This prestigious honor recognizes students and faculty for excellence in geospatial technology and applied geographic research.
Nestled in the heart of Appalachia, West Virginia is home to a rich and distinctive culture shaped by the ancient Appalachian Mountains—some of the oldest in the world, dating back nearly 480 million years to the Ordovician Period. These mountains, older than trees themselves, have long influenced the traditions and stories of the region.
Starting Fall 2025, Students Will Benefit from a Streamlined, Fully Online Textbook Shopping Experience
Fairmont State continues to serve North-Central West Virginia in the aftermath of the 2025 Father’s Day Flood. The University is hosting the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Business Recovery Center (BRC) to assist residents, businesses, and nonprofits impacted by the disaster om Room 304 of the Falcon Center.
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has selected Fairmont State University to host the 2026 Civil Engineering Student Championships, marking the first time this prestigious international competition will be held in West Virginia. The multi-day championship is expected to draw hundreds of students, faculty, judges, and spectators to campus, offering a unique opportunity for engagement and visibility.
Fairmont State University is proud to announce that two of its student success leaders, R. Keith Gipson and Dedra Cobb, have been selected to present at two prestigious national conferences focused on student retention, advising and success.
Fairmont State University President Mike Davis will travel across the Mountain State from July 27 through August 1 as part of the 2025 Tour of West Virginia. This trip will strengthen relationships with communities and state leaders while celebrating the natural beauty and diversity of West Virginia. It also makes good on a commitment Davis made when he was hired in 2023: to visit every county in the state.
Two Fairmont State University students have been awarded summer fellowships from the Department of Humanities to pursue original research projects.
Fairmont State University graduate students, in collaboration with the City of Fairmont, Fairmont Parks and Recreation, and Morris Park, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 22, to celebrate the completion of a new Zen Garden at Morris Park.
Fairmont State University proudly celebrates Assistant Professor of Graphic Design Jared Tadlock, who has been named one of the 2025 Generation Next: 40 Under 40 honorees by The State Journal and WV News. Tadlock was selected from hundreds of applicants across West Virginia for his professional excellence, creative leadership, and lasting impact on both campus and community.
Fairmont State University’s Board of Governors held their bi-monthly meeting June 25 in the Falcon Center Board Room. During the meeting, the Board heard from President Mike Davis and his senior leadership team, whose reports indicated that enrollment and housing are looking very strong for the fall. These updates, together with the University’s continued financial strength, indicate a great future for the “college on the hill”.
Fairmont State University led West Virginia in the highest per capita number of mathematics graduates among public higher education institutions from 2018 to 2023. During this period, 40 students earned a Bachelor of Science in mathematics, averaging eight graduates per year.
Fairmont State University proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Janna D. Bredeson, Vice President of Student Affairs, to a prestigious leadership role with the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NAPSA). Dr. Bredeson’s appointment as the Small Colleges and Universities Division Representative for NASPA Region II reflects both her outstanding leadership and Fairmont State’s ongoing dedication to fostering a student-centered environment where student well-being and exceptional experiences are a top priority.
Fairmont State University is proud to announce a new partnership between its Open-Source Intelligence Exchange (OSIX) and ProWave AI to launch a summer pilot program focused on enhancing open-source intelligence (OSINT) capabilities. The program, running from June through mid-August, will allow OSIX scholar-analysts to test and evaluate ProWave AI’s Stylo News platform in real-world intelligence scenarios, including projects in support of the West Virginia National Guard.
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