Fairmont State University has a long-standing tradition of looking for innovative ways to assist students with tuition and fee costs. The Access Scholarship is Fairmont State’s newest initiative designed to help incoming students from West Virginia cover tuition and mandatory fees.
Just before the January 2 men’s basketball game, then-Governor Jim Justice announced a transformative $2 million investment in Fairmont State University’s professional flight program, marking a significant milestone for West Virginia’s premier flight school.
Fairmont State University marked the start of the 2025 spring semester with its Spring Kick-Off event. Faculty and staff gathered to reconnect over breakfast and hear key updates from President Mike Davis followed by an eye-opening update on the state of the sector from higher education consulting firm EAB.
Five Forensic Science students from Fairmont State University, along with their professor Kristy Henson, attended the annual meeting of the Northeastern Association of Forensic Scientists (NEAFS). The participating students included McKenzie Lamm (Stonewood, WV), Jay Bow (Dexter, MI), Katie Long (Hamlin, WV), Jayleigh Payne (Grafton, WV), and Cody Barnes (Shinnston, WV). Among them, Lamm, Bow, Long, and Henson presented their research, showcasing the innovative work being done at Fairmont State.
As 2024 was coming to an end, then Governor Jim Justice appointed Fairmont State alumnus John “JD” DeVaul to the University's Board of Governors. DeVaul replaces Kevin Rogers, and his term will expire June 2026.
Over 1,000 Fairmont State University baccalaureate students have been honored for their academic achievements throughout the fall 2024 semester.
Fairmont State University has received $19,742 through the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission’s Science, Technology, and Research (STaR) Instrumentation Grant to enhance its exercise science curriculum and research efforts. The grant will fund the purchase of a wireless electromyography (EMG) system and a nerve stimulation unit for the Health and Human Performance Department.
In October 2023, Fairmont State University partnered with the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) to launch the Pre-Osteopathic Medicine Program, or POMP. The program guarantees Fairmont State students, who meet all program requirements, acceptance into WVSOM.
Fairmont State University has named Tanner James, J.D., as its new general counsel, bolstering the university’s leadership team. In this essential role, James will deliver strategic legal advice in support of Fairmont State’s mission and operations.
During the December 17 Board of Governor’s meeting, the independent auditing firm Suttle & Stalnaker reported, for the seventh year in a row, that Fairmont State University closed out last fiscal year in strong financial standing.
Fairmont State University’s Feaster Center was alive with excitement on Dec. 14, as the newest class of Falcons crossed the stage during Commencement.
Fairmont State University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mary Sortino as the Dean of Graduate Studies and Professional Education. In this role, Dr. Sortino oversees the university's master’s and continuing education programs, guiding their development and ensuring their alignment with the university’s mission to provide high-quality education and foster strong community relationships.
Fairmont State University has been awarded $13,959 by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission to fund Mental Health First Aid training for faculty and staff and professional development initiatives.
Fairmont State University is proud to announce two distinguished individuals participating in its upcoming Fall 2024 Commencement on December 14. Alumnus Jonathan Board, a recognized leader in law, healthcare, and community service, will return to his alma mater as the keynote speaker. Additionally, Dixie Yann will be awarded an honorary Doctor of Humanities, honoris causa, for her exceptional contributions to the university, the community, and the state of West Virginia.
As a public institution, Fairmont State University is committed to serving the city of Fairmont and communities throughout North Central West Virginia. One way the university fulfills this mission is by preserving Fairmont’s culture and history through volunteerism. Woodlawn Cemetery, a historic landmark in Fairmont for nearly 150 years, relies mostly on volunteers to maintain its legacy. Professor of Healthcare Management, Dr. Raymond Alvarez, serves as Woodlawn’s President and frequently collaborates with university faculty, staff, and students on projects that enhance and support the cemetery.
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