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It Starts at State – Bruce Whitten
Bruce Whitten, Class of 2019 Bruce Whitten didn’t expect to start on a journey to…
It Starts at State – Jason Gibson
Jason Gibson, Class of 2022 Jason Gibson’s path toward a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration…
It Starts at State – Matt Browning
Matt Browning, Class of 2004 While many were at home binge-watching “Tiger King,” “Cheer” or…
Hannah Crum
Hannah Crum is a Buffalo, West Virginia, native who majors in Agri-Business in the Business…
It Starts at State – Gordon Lane
Gordon Lane, Entrepreneur Gordon Lane Jr.’s start toward launching a business out of West Virginia…
It Starts at State – Jeremiyah Hairston
Jeremiyah Hairston’s journey to a bachelor’s degree in political science has taken him from the…
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February 3, 2026
The 2026 West Virginia State University Day at the Capitol is Monday, February 9, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and all students, faculty and staff are invited to attend, if your schedule allows. If you are interested in attending, the university will be providing a shuttle from campus to the Capitol and…
January 28, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (WVSU) has received a $17,000 gift for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) from the Midwestern Region of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. This award demonstrates the fraternity’s commitment to strengthening HBCUs in the midwestern…
January 28, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. – The 12th annual West Virginia State University (WVSU) Black & Gold Gala will take place, Friday, April 10, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The black tie event recognizes the generosity of donors with a private reception prior to the Gala while raising funds to…


