There are probably staff members across campus that you work with a lot, or even depend
on, but actually know very little about or have never even met in person. Well, to
remedy that situation, twice a month the Staff Council will spotlight a member of
the staff so you can get to know them a little bit better. Our current Spotlight is...
Justin started working at Fairmont State University in November 2021, and currently
serves the University as the Assistant Director of Student Life with his office being
located in TC 317f. Justin comes to Fairmont State with five years’ experience working
in Student Affairs in the areas of Housing, Student Conduct, and Student Activities.
Justin holds a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Student Affairs, and currently
a Doctoral Candidate at Liberty University studying Higher Education Administration:
Leadership.
In Justin's words...
What do you like most about working at Fairmont State? Working at Fairmont State, my favorite aspect would be the impact that we, as a university, leave on our students by creating an environment that is warm, welcoming, and inclusive.
What do you like to do in your free time? In my free time, I spend time with my wife and son, taking a weekend trip to Pittsburgh with my wife, and entertaining family and friends at our home.
Where are you originally from? Craigsville, WV
If money was no object, what would you do with it? I would start by paying off my student loans, then I would pay for my family to have a nice vacation in the Caribbean.
What did you want to be when you were growing up? Growing up, I always knew I wanted in a field of education.
What is an interesting or fun fact about yourself? I once won a “Double Bubble” bubble blowing contest!