Fairmont State University BOG announces HEPC approval of Dr. Michael Davis' contract

During the June 29 virtual Board of Governor’s meeting, the Board announced the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission’s (HEPC) approval of Dr. Michael Davis’s presidential contract. The approval of the contract by the HEPC is the final step in Fairmont State’s year-long search for a new president.

“We are very pleased with the HEPC’s decision to approve Dr. Davis’ contract,” said Board of Governors Chairman Rusty Hutson. “We look forward to welcoming Dr. Davis to campus and the future of Fairmont State with him as our president.”

Davis’ contract will begin on July 1. The campus community will celebrate the arrival of Dr. Davis with a Welcome Reception on July 12.

“My excitement to begin my new role is matched by my sincere gratitude for this opportunity,” Dr. Michael Davis, president of Fairmont State University, stated. “As a higher education administrator and teacher-mentor, it’s a joy to be at Fairmont State with its long-standing and genuine commitment to student success and community impact. Coalition-building is central to my strategic planning approach and leadership style, and I am eager to embed myself on campus and in the community. I am impressed by the momentum of dedicated faculty, staff and students in recent years, and I look forward to meeting more members of the Falcon family as well as working with community stakeholders.”

In addition to announcing the HEPC’s approval of the contract, the Board voted to keep the slate of officers for another year to help ensure a smooth transition for the new president. This means that Chairman Rusty Hutson, Vice Chairman David Goldberg, and Secretary Jason Pizatella will remain in their current BOG roles for the 2023-2024 academic year.