Family Weekend Planned For Sept. 12-13

Fairmont State University and Pierpont Community & Technical College will host Family Weekend on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 12 and 13, featuring a cookout, special fun activities for families, a brunch and a post-game reception.

Sponsored by the Office of Student Affairs, Student Government and the Fairmont State Alumni Association, the weekend is designed to help the families of students feel welcome on campus and learn more about Fairmont State and Pierpont.

"The faculty and staff are here to help students achieve their goals and, in some cases, help them determine what their goals should be," said Michael Belmear, Vice President for Student Affairs. "We want the families of our students to feel at home on our campus, and we encourage them to visit often."

A Student Government cookout, music and inflatable games begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, on the Falcon Center lawn. Events for Saturday, Sept. 13, begin at 10:30 a.m. with the Provost's Brunch. Dr. Maria Rose, FSU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, will provide highlights of the Strategic Plan and facilities master plan. Athletic Director Rusty Elliott, Michael Belmear and Director of Alumni Affairs Devanna Corley will also provide insights.

The Fighting Falcons take on West Virginia State at 1 p.m. Saturday at Duvall-Rosier Field. The first 100 people to visit the alumni tent will receive a Family Weekend T-shirt. During the game, there will be activities for kids including Yesteryear Old Time Photos, costumed characters, root beer floats and face painting. After the game, there will be a Meet the Team reception at 4:30 p.m. Those who attend will have the opportunity to mingle with coaches, football players, faculty and staff and enjoy refreshments.