Fairmont State News

Feb 24, 2025

Fairmont State’s next Day of Giving takes place on February 27

On Thursday, February 27, Fairmont State University will host its sixth Day of Giving event with a fundraising goal of $700,000. This 24-hour campaign inspires Falcons to come together, show pride in their alma mater, and provide essential funding to support current and future students. More than 50 programs across campus, including academic units, athletic teams, student organizations, and student support initiatives will benefit from funds raised during this event.

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Fairmont State University Nursing Students in Class

Feb 11, 2025

Fairmont State University’s Day at the Capitol to Showcase Its Impact on West Virginia’s Growth and Efforts to Address Key Industry Challenges

On February 13, Fairmont State University will travel to Charleston for its annual Day at the Capitol, highlighting the University’s significant contributions to West Virginia’s economy, workforce, and communities. Students, faculty, and staff will engage with lawmakers, present innovative programs, highlight how Fairmont State helps make North-Central West Virginia a Great Place to Learn, to Work, and to Call Home.

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Feb 3, 2025

Fairmont State University launches new Access Scholarship to provide free tuition for incoming West Virginia students 

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.

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Jan 29, 2025

Fairmont State University Launches the New Semester with Spring Kick-Off

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.

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Jan 15, 2025

Fairmont State celebrates over 1000 students being named to the Fall 2024 President’s and Dean’s lists

Over 1,000 Fairmont State University baccalaureate students have been honored for their academic achievements throughout the fall 2024 semester.

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Jan 7, 2025

Fairmont State University Receives $19,742 Grant to Advance Exercise Science Curriculum and Research

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.

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