Fairmont State University Assistant Athletic Director for External Affairs & Resource Development Simone Statham has received $2,500 from Mountain East Conference to attend the Women Leaders in Sports (WLS) Convention.
Fairmont State will celebrate Homecoming 2024 from Tuesday, Oct. 1, through Sunday, Oct. 6. This year’s theme, Falcon Fest, will blend beloved traditions with exciting new events designed to bring all parts of Falcon Nation together—alumni, students, employees, and residents of North-Central West Virginia.
Fairmont State University’s Board of Governors held their bi-monthly meeting on August 28 at 9 a.m. in the Falcon Center Board Room. This was the first full Board meeting under the leadership of Chair Jennifer Kinty, Vice Chair Jason Pizatella, and Secretary Kevin Rogers. It was also the inaugural meeting for new Board members Drew Paton, Lance Puccio, and John Schirripa.
Football season is here, and we want the community to celebrate with us! We are excited to announce that all K-12 students receive free admission to Fairmont State home football games.
Fairmont State University has been awarded $145,330 in grant funding from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II Strategic Alliance Matching Grant to create the Assistant Director of Athletics for External Affairs and Resource Development position in the Department of Athletics.
During their February 15 meeting, Fairmont State University’s Board of Governors (BOG) approved planning for a new online criminal justice bachelor’s degree program, endorsed next steps to clarify policy review and creation, announced improved housing occupancy rates, and reported continued financial stability.
Fairmont State University will host its fifth Falcon Day of Giving on Thursday, February 29 with a fundraising goal of $375,000. This 24-hour campaign aims to inspire Falcons to come together, show pride in their alma mater, and provide essential funding to support current and future students. Over 50 programs across campus, including academic units, athletic teams, student organizations, and student support initiatives will benefit from funds raised during this event.
New Fairmont State University President, Dr. Mike Davis, will make his inaugural visit to the West Virginia State Capitol along with more than 25 Fairmont State University students, faculty, alumni, and staff on Monday, January 29.
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