Fairmont State News

Apr 7, 2025

Fairmont State Showcases Economic and Educational Impact to Lawmakers during Day at the Capitol

On February 13, Fairmont State University took center stage at the West Virginia State Capitol, demonstrating its significant contributions to the state’s economy, workforce, and communities. Students, faculty, and staff engaged with lawmakers, shared innovative programs, and underscored how Fairmont State is making North-Central West Virginia a Great Place to Learn, to Work, and to Call Home.

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Mar 20, 2025

Fairmont State University announces 2025 Charles J. McClain Presidential Scholars

Fairmont State University has named five West Virginia high school students as recipients of the Charles J. McClain Presidential Scholarship. Also known as the Presidential Scholarship, the award covers tuition, program fees, room and board, and provides a $500 per semester stipend for textbooks through the campus bookstore.

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Mar 20, 2025

Making Fairmont State a “Great Place”

Last October, Fairmont State University’s Board of Governors unanimously approved Strategic Vision 2025-2035, outlining a bold roadmap for the university’s next decade. Now, with the semester underway, the planning process is moving into the next phase: developing implementation plans.

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Students, faculty, and staff during Day of Giving

Mar 12, 2025

Fairmont State University Day of Giving achieves goal, raising $715,501 for campus-wide programs and initiatives on February 27

Fairmont State University held its sixth Day of Giving event on Thursday, February 27 with a goal of raising $700,000 for programs, teams, and scholarships throughout campus. During this 24-hour giving marathon, 1,686 generous donors participated with a total of $715,501 in funds raised.

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