test

Fairmont State News

Rajiv Vinnakota
Aug 20, 2026

Fairmont State’s 2026-2027 Presidential Speaker Series Kicks Off with President of The Institute for Citizens Scholars Rajiv Vinnakota

Fairmont State University has announced the lineup for its 2026-2027 Presidential Speaker Series, continuing a campus tradition of bringing thought leaders to Fairmont State for meaningful conversations on issues shaping society today. The series will launch on September 1 at 6 p.m. in Wallman Hall Theater, with Rajiv Vinnakota, President of the Institute for Citizens & Scholars, presenting on Higher Education’s Civic Responsibility.

Full Article

Student leaders help new and returning students move in to their residence halls
Aug 14, 2026

Fairmont State University Unveils New Fall Welcome & First-Year Student Experience

From August 12-15, Fairmont State University will launch two new campus initiatives: Fall Welcome and First Flight. Fall Welcome, formerly known as Welcome Week, has been reimagined to place a greater emphasis on student success through programming that supports students' academic, personal, and social development while fostering meaningful connections with peers, faculty, and staff.

Full Article

On the Road with Fairmont State Logo
Jun 15, 2026

Fairmont State Goes “On the Road” in July 2026 to Wyoming, McDowell, and Raleigh Counties

Following Fairmont State President Mike Davis’ solo statewide summer tour in 2025, the University is taking its mission on the road to Wyoming, McDowell, and Raleigh counties this July with more than 30 Falcons. On the Road with Fairmont State will bring students, faculty, staff, leaders, and alumni directly into communities across the state to listen, connect, and build lasting partnerships.

Full Article

Anastasia Play Graphic
May 13, 2026

Tickets on sale for Anastasia: The Musical – Youth Edition presented by Fairmont State University Academy for the Arts

Fairmont State University’s Academy for the Arts production of Anastasia runs May 15-16 and May 21-22 at 7:30 pm and May 17 and 23 at 2:00 pm. All performances take place in the Wallman Hall Theater. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.fairmontstate.edu/boxoffice or in person at the Fairmont State Box Office in Wallman Hall.

Full Article

Battle for the Paddle Logo
Apr 14, 2026

Fairmont State University Sponsors Leadership Marion’s Charity Pickleball Tournament

Fairmont State University will sponsor an upcoming charity pickleball tournament hosted by Leadership Marion Class 43. Leadership Marion is a program through the Marion County Chamber of Commerce, which aims to identify, develop, and sustain community leaders. The program develops and enhances participants’ leadership skills, provides them with knowledge of Marion County, and cultivates their involvement across the county.

Full Article

Chelsea Ruby
Apr 8, 2026

West Virginia Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby to Close Fairmont State’s Spring 2026 Presidential Speaker Series on April 28

Fairmont State University’s Spring 2026 Presidential Speaker Series is concluding on a high note with Chelsea Ruby, Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Tourism, serving as the final presenter of the semester. This year’s lineup has highlighted leaders whose work influences communities across the region and beyond. Ruby’s upcoming Speaker Series presentation, “Tourism: An Economic Engine for West Virginia,” will take place on April 28 at 6 p.m. in Wallman Hall Theater. This event is free and open to the public.

Full Article

Representatives of Foster Care and Child Welfare Day at the Capitol pictured on the WV Senate floor on January 14
Mar 24, 2026

Fairmont State Advances Support for Foster Youth Through Middle College and RISE Initiatives

Fairmont State University continues to demonstrate its dedication to serving West Virginia through its Middle College and RISE (Resilience, Independence, Support, Empowerment) programs. Both initiatives provide vital social support and raise awareness for one of the state’s most vulnerable populations: youth currently in foster care and those who have previously experienced it. The programs have started 2026 with strong momentum and are poised to build on that success throughout the spring semester.

Full Article

 

If you have written a news release and would like to have it posted on the news site or sent to media outlets, please send the release to news@fairmontstate.edu 7-10 days in advance of your targeted release date. Please include a photo when possible.