WVU Parkersburg Board of Governors approves tuition increase, new program and FY 2026-2027 budget

Parkersburg, W.Va. (March 18, 2026) — The WVU Parkersburg Board of Governors approved a modest tuition increase, the institution’s fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and a new academic program during its meeting on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

The board unanimously approved a 2.5% increase in in-state tuition, marking the first adjustment after holding rates steady this academic year. The increase equates to $4 per credit hour for lower-division courses and $7 per credit hour for baccalaureate-level courses. Out-of-state tuition will remain unchanged.

According to Chief Financial Officer Bradley Wilson, the adjustment is necessary to address rising operational costs while maintaining affordability for students.

“This is a modest increase, but it helps us cover rising costs while remaining one of the most affordable institutions in the state,” Wilson said.

Even with the increase, WVU Parkersburg remains among the lowest-cost institutions in West Virginia’s community and technical college system.

The board also unanimously approved the college’s FY 2026-27 budget, which reflects continued financial stability and strategic investment in employees and operations.

As part of the budget, all eligible employees will receive a $1,300 salary increase, supported in part by recent state funding. Officials noted that West Virginia’s higher education funding formula was fully funded this year for the first time since its inception, benefiting the institution.

In academic affairs, the board approved the launch of a new associate of applied science in cloud computing, designed to meet growing demand in the technology sector.

Dr. David Lancaster, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, emphasized that the program aligns with regional workforce needs and supports continued enrollment growth, which has now reached 10 consecutive semesters of increases.

The board also approved the discontinuation of the associate of applied science in drafting program following a multiyear review process.

Lancaster said the program had already been phased out, with no new students admitted since 2024. All enrolled students were given the opportunity to complete their studies, and faculty were successfully reassigned to other high-demand areas.

The board approved updates to course-specific fees, primarily reflecting adjustments to cover increased costs for instructional materials, equipment and required testing. Some new fees were introduced to support emerging programs.

In addition, several institutional policies were updated or advanced, including those related to board governance, ethics and conflict of interest, employment practices, academic credentials and campus operations.

In her report to the board, President Dr. Torie Jackson highlighted ongoing progress in key strategic priorities, including the continued development of the Innovation and Technology Center, efforts to strengthen student retention and a disciplined approach to policy updates.

Jackson emphasized the importance of the center as a long-term investment in both the institution and the region.

“The ITC is about what happens inside that space. It’s about creating a place where education, workforce and innovation are connected in a way that makes sense for this region,” Jackson said.

Looking ahead, Jackson said the college will place a strong emphasis on expanding enrollment and access, particularly at the Jackson County Center.

She noted that the institution is focused on reaching more students and strengthening pathways to higher education across its service area.

“We are focused on creating pathways that lead somewhere meaningful and making sure every student who comes through our doors has the opportunity to build something better,” Jackson said.

The next meeting of the WVU Parkersburg Board of Governors is scheduled for April 21, 2026.

Dress for Success Fashion Show prepares students for upcoming Reverse Career Fair at WVU Parkersburg

 Parkersburg, W.Va. (March 12, 2026) — WVU Parkersburg hosted a Dress for Success Fashion Show to help students learn the importance of professional attire ahead of the college’s upcoming Reverse Career Fair.

The Reverse Career Fair will give students the opportunity to connect with employers across the Mid-Ohio Valley. Unlike a traditional job fair where employers host booths, the Reverse Career Fair allows students take the lead. Students host their own tables featuring professional displays, resumes and portfolio materials, while employers circulate throughout the event to meet with them.

Participants prepare in advance by creating a 19-by-29-inch poster highlighting their experience and skills, along with a QR code linking to their LinkedIn profile. Students complete several hours of preparation, including mock interviews and professional etiquette training sessions.

The Dress for Success Fashion Show served as a lead-in to the event, giving students practical guidance on how to present themselves professionally.

The event featured 16 members of WVU Parkersburg faculty and staff walking the runway to demonstrate examples of workplace-appropriate attire while highlighting common fashion mistakes to avoid in interviews and professional settings. The show was designed to give students practical tips on how to present themselves confidently in the workplace.

Mary Casto, Career Services Specialist at WVU Parkersburg, said the fashion show offered a fun and engaging way to reinforce an important part of career readiness.

“The Dress for Success Fashion Show is a collaboration for fun, learning and promotion for the career fair,” Casto said.

The event also highlighted the college’s cosmetology program. Cosmetology students provided hair and makeup services for the runway participants, showcasing services offered through the program.

Casto said presenting professional style tips in a creative format helps students remember key lessons about the workplace expectations.

“I think a fun way to promote a pretty serious event helps students remember what dressing for success looks like and the common mistakes to avoid,” Casto said.

WVU Parkersburg President Dr. Torie Jackson also participated in the fashion show, walking the runway in a black pinstripe suit jacket with black pants and a black-and-white polka dot blouse. She said she was a little nervous about walking down the runway, but enjoyed seeing the faculty, staff and students come together to support the event, including the humorous examples of what not to wear.

“It was fun to see the students and the staff there supporting the project,” Jackson said. “I really loved seeing the bad style and I’m thankful it’s not something I see every day here.”

Casto said the event also provides valuable networking opportunities in a supportive setting.

“It gives students the opportunity to network with many different employers in a comfortable environment and practice presenting themselves professionally,” Casto said.

Jackson said the reverse format helps students feel more confident when meeting potential employers.

“I think it’s a great opportunity to be in an environment where they’re comfortable and then get to meet employers when they’re prepared,” Jackson said. “They have their resume, they’ve practiced their pitch and their interviews and the more they do it, the more polished they become.”

She added that the format can make networking less intimidating for students while still creating meaningful connections with employers.

“It can be very difficult for a student to walk into a company and ask about job opportunities,” Jackson said. “This gives them an extra opportunity to meet employers without having to take all of that initiative on their own. It’s less scary.”

The Reverse Career Fair will bring together students and employers from across the region to create networking opportunities and potential career connections.

WVU Parkersburg announces Fall 2025 President’s and Dean’s scholars

 Parkersburg, W.Va. (March 10, 2026) — WVU Parkersburg is pleased to announce its President’s and Dean’s scholars for the Fall 2025 semester.

President’s Scholars

Students on the President’s List maintained a 4.0 grade point average while earning 12 or more hours of college credit. The scholars include:

BRAXTON COUNTY — Frametown: Hayley Lytle; Tabitha Statts;

Sutton: Marie Armentrout;

BROOKE COUNTY — Weirton: Ceairra Curran;

CABELL COUNTY — Barboursville: Emma Sexton;

CALHOUN COUNTY — Big Bend: Joshua Hixon;

Orma: Brealle Arthur; Jordyn Long;

DODDRIDGE COUNTY — West Union: Abagail Gagnon;

GILMER COUNTY — Sand Fork: Montaiginey Linden;

GREENBRIER COUNTY — Lewisburg: Mary Pence;

JACKSON COUNTY — Cottageville: Josie Ramsey-Smith; Logan Skurupey;

Evans: Luke Lowry;

Given: Michala Bragg;

Kenna: Carly Anderson; Levi Casto; Taylor Leaptrot;

Millwood: Braylin Tabor;

Ravenswood: Desolae Anderson; Kaitlyn Ball; Billie Balser; Cherie Bowles; Jonah Carmichael; Macy Casto; Daniel Coberly; Erica Corbin; Chelsey Helmick; Emma Jacobs; Shealyn Johnson; Austin Lawrence; Ethan Martin; Brooke Meadows; Jacob Murray; Kadence Price; Olivia Profitt; Myna Spencer; Brady Swain; Kensie Walters; Peyton Wolfe;

Ripley: Miley Southall;

Sandyville: Anna Salvado; Rune Tinsman;

KANAWHA COUNTY — Charleston: Phillip Jones; Kayla Milam; Samantha Wilson;

Cross Lanes: Elizabeth Randolph;

Elkview: Morgan Sweeney;

South Charleston: Kailey Chapman;

LOGAN COUNTY — Accoville: Nancy Vance;

MARION COUNTY — Fairmont: Jocelynn Kilgore;

Montana Mines: Alicia Jones;

MASON COUNTY — Leon: Kaleigh Thomas;

Letart: Bailey Smith;

Mason: Dayna Aspery;

Point Pleasant: Katherine Reynolds;

West Columbia: Elijah Rickard; Kinsey Roush;

MINERAL COUNTY — Keyser: Jaci Smith;

MINGO COUNTY — Williamson: DeAuna Artis;

PLEASANTS COUNTY — Belmont: Savana Burd; Randa Fluharty; Tyler Niemczyk;

St Marys: Nicholas Barker; Olivia Birkhimer; Ava Childers; Virginia Haddox; Amy Maston; Mary Morrison;

RALEIGH COUNTY — Crab Orchard: Ann Thomas;

Piney View: Crystal Whittaker;

RITCHIE COUNTY — Cairo: Landyn Jenkins; Roxy Monroe;

Ellenboro: Ava Satterfield;

Harrisville: Carigan Hayes; Natalie Henger; Andrea Huffman; Katarina Huffman; Isaac King; Raelyn Snider;

Pennsboro: Andrea Davis; Chandos Hamilton; Jonah Hamilton; Sydney Kopshina; Levi McKenna; Kate Williams;

Pullman: Emma Waugaman;

Saint Marys: Ella Thomas;

Smithville: Marissa Jeffrey; Rocklyn Marcum; Autumn Mason;

ROANE COUNTY — Gandeeville: Stacey Miller;

Reedy: Kalista Williams;

Spencer: Alexis Burdette; Gary Given; Daniel Hill; Ottumn Metheney; Marleigh Unger;

TUCKER COUNTY — Davis: Sara Luzier;

TYLER COUNTY — Alma: Sonny Leek;

Sistersville: Chloe Dutton; Eliana Winfrey;

WETZEL COUNTY — New Martinsville: Tanley McEldowney; Aubrey Warder;

WIRT COUNTY — Elizabeth: Tyrah Bentz; Maggie Conrad; Caleb Curry; Connor Hoover; Dalton Starcher;

Le Roy: Moriah Cale;

Palestine: Baylee Sims;

WOOD COUNTY — Belleville: Jeremy Ellis; Rebecca Page; Ashley Sams; Travis Turley;

Davisville: Kylee Border; Trenton Creel; Alivia Fritts; Serenity Lowe; Laina Murray; Cali Wilcoxen;

Mineral Wells: Breanna Beverage; Madelynn Cale; Nathan Calvert; Jude Childers; Hannah Dolly; Jacob Johnson; Caleb Lucas; Katie McKitrick; Samantha Mckinney; Jacob Meyer; Emily Proscia; Patience Randolph; Laci Stone; William Tomlinson;

Parkersburg: Shane Anderson; Kolten Arnott; Parker Atkinson; Anthony Beckett; Kristen Brandjes; Allison Brown; Michael Brown; Jeffrey Burdette; Ariana Byrd; Jaden Caldwell; Benjamin Campbell; Lucy Cartwright; Stephanie Christensen; Nadia Colombo; Maria Cornell; Julia Crone; Allison Davis; Josie Diets; Shelby Durnell; Emily Ebert; Andrew Edgar; Jayden Ervin; Isabella File; Bethany Fought; Gabriella Fox-Eaves; Tobin Francisco; Mikaela Grant; Tyra Green; Olivia Henderson; Britney Henthorn; Denise Hoover; Anisa Hupp; Chloe Hutsell; Kayleigh Johnson; Stacia Knowlton; Elizabeth Landers; Samuel Lovell; Abigail Lynch; Lucy Manner; Adriene Marty-Smith; Amelia McDonald; Livia Meyer; Sophia Meyer; Colin Minear; Micheal Murphy; Quenton Opel; Molly Overton; James Perkins; Robert Phillips; Andrew Pierotti; Allison Poole; David Reidmiller; Logan Richard; Ryan Roberts; Kaitlyn Sartin; Jase Schoenherr; Cali Scholtz; Zackery Scott; Brianna Sharp; Leah Shockey; Samantha Short; Madison Showalter; Wyatt Smith; Avie Sprouse; Grace Sprout; Alex Stanley; Lindsay Stehly; Gracie Stull; Amber Tennant; Jasmine Toussaint; Hailey Triplett; Caiden Watson; Mindy Whitacre; Haylee Williams; Bryce Willis; Natalie Wood; Amber Wright; Ayden Yost;

Vienna: Caleen Boyter; Devin Burke; Savanna Channell; Madeline Conley; Zoie Cottle; Owen Farish; Hunter Hall; Karri Hebert; Hayden Hemmings; Isabella Hissem; Allie Lowther; Alexis Martin; Lauren McDonnell; Jacob McKnight; John Mills; Autumn Nelson; Reece Nemesek; Richard Paul; Joseph Walker;

Walker: Chloe Dicks; Ava Dunn; Ashlynn Eagle; Ethan Rowan;

Washington: Steven Barton; Stanley Blake; Benjamin Boothe; Chase Breen; Lillie Bunner; Jaxon Downs; Brady Fitcher; Destiny Foutty; Reagan Foutty; Greyson Godfrey; Alexis Harris; LaDawn Joy; Kimberly Knopp; Adreana Linville; Sophie McClure; Sierra Mundy; Hannah Raper; Grace Sandy; Mikayla Satow; Ava VanDyke; Kameron Wilson;

Waverly: Charlotte Daniels;

Williamstown: Kaci Adkins; Sean Frye; Marilah Morris;

GEORGIA — Grovetown: Jasmine Johnson;

KENTUCKY — Louisa: Joshua Moore;

OHIO — Coolville: Eryn Gillian;

Guysville: Abigail Guthrie;

Greenville: Mitchell Montgomery;

Loveland: Nicole Joumany;

Proctorville: Hannah Carroll;

Long Bottom: Owen Davis;

Racine: Christian Howell;

Sardis: Brady Harlan; Brandon Miller;

Caldwell: Riley Bettinger;

Belpre: Michael Bills; Brenda Carlsen; Nathaniel Marks; Ryleigh Moore

Little Hocking: Ayden Cornell; Jacob Stealey

Marietta: Ethan Brown; Elizabeth Dishman; Abigail Jones; Megan Mestuzzi; Ashley Miller; Emillia Weltner

Newport: Elizabeth Gordon; Morgan Haught

Wingett Run: Bradey Eddy

OKLAHOMA — Shady Point: Machala Gordon

UTAH — Martiott-Slaterville: Ashlee Trujillo

Dean’s Scholars

Students named to the Dean’s List maintained a 3.5 grade point average while earning six or more hours of college credit. The scholars include:

BRAXTON COUNTY — Orlando: Dalaney Haines

BROOKE COUNTY — Wellsburg: Lindsey Kelly

CABELL COUNTY — Huntington: Kelly Baker; Shiloh Gibson

Salt Rock: Charity Paz-Romero

CALHOUN COUNTY — Arnoldsburg: Lexi Gregory

Creston: Hunter Hall

Grantsville: Kendra Davis; Kylie Erlewine

Mt Zion: Olivia Fitzwater

Orma: Cristy Thomas

Rosedale: Kayla Montgomery

Spencer: Payge Lewis

GILMER COUNTY — Coxs Mills: Jennifer Mcneely

Glenville: Brandie Hacker

Sand Fork: Jlancey Linden; Christina Mccullough

Troy: Angela Tanner

Cottageville: Marissa Smith; Carter Stanley; Jona Thomas

Evans: Bryson Casto; Aaden Harmon; Madison Hatcher; Louis Lafferty; Presli Milam; Nicole Tate

Gay: Betty Casto; Shawn Davis; Mason Haynes; Rykin Kelly

Given: Luke Bostic; Lanna Bragg; Triston Lanham

Kenna: Shelby Anderson; Ace Eagle; Shelby Mckemy; Erin Petry

Leroy: John Francis; Braxton Tabor; Melina Worley

Millwood: Kaitlin Miller

Ravenswood: Justin Atkinson; Haylee Brown; Kaylee Davis; Rodney Dearth; Kasara DiSciullo; Jaylyn Evans; Abigail Farra; Carlee Fort; Marissa Hall; Miciah Kennedy; Evelyn Mcneely; Angelica Miller; Madison Perry; John Ramsey; Kevin Rawson; Lauren Raynes; Aaron Ross; Kaity Ross; Nolan Smith; Logan Surbaugh

Ripley: Garrett Brown; Ryan Collins; Carter Crihfield; Kaitlyn Cunningham; Kelsie Davis; Adam Geer; Cody Harless; Brooke Hosaflook; Aliyah Johnson; Sara Jones; Austin Knight; Jessica Patty; Natasha Paugh; Anderson Phillips; Madison Price; Chelsey Pursley; Enoch Quesenberry; Cayden Ramsey; Ethan Rhodes; Garrett Rhodes; Trista Scarberry; Katelyn Selvage; Savannah Shamblin; Wyatt Simon; Cary Stahlman; Olivia Talbert; Samuel Talbert; James Templeton; Jasper Tinsman; Caylin Walker; Cambria Williams

Sandyville: Zane Balis; Nathaniel Casto

JEFFERSON COUNTY — Kearneysville: Melissa Holman

KANAWHA COUNTY — Charleston: Jessica Ball; Tabitha Fowler; Joely Good; Kendal Holmes; Kaulin Johnson; Whitney Luikart; Victoria McGinnis; Alyssa Patton; Kyra Walker; Kimberly Williams

Clendenin: Kaydence Steele

Marmet: Karlee Smith

Nitro: Mary Norvell

Saint Albans: Candace Gonzalez

South Charleston: Zoey Hammond; Tina Reed

LEWIS COUNTY — Weston: Kenady Southall

LOGAN COUNTY — Chapmanville: Jamie King

MARION COUNTY — Baxter: Hannah Cunningham;

Worthington: Tab Eddy

MARSHALL COUNTY — McMechen: Mackenzie Lagos-Goodwin; Phebe Pylypchuk;

MASON COUNTY — Gallipolis Ferry: Jacob Pearson

Leon: Annamae Keefer

Letart: Gavin Hieronymus; Marissa Roush; Matthew Thomas

Mason: Carrie Hankinson; Jayla Simpkins

New Haven: Ashton Barnitz

Point Pleasant: Kyrstin Boso; Dylan Keefer; Tristin Rainey; Timothy Reed

West Columbia: Kalyn Christian

MERCER COUNTY — Bluefield: Monica Harman

MINGO COUNTY — Delbarton: Ayla Ramey

MONONGALIA COUNTY — Morgantown: Ashley McCoy

NICHOLAS COUNTY — Summersville: Brandy Brown

PLEASANTS COUNTY — Belmont: McKenna Broce; Anaston Carouthers; Sidni Gerlach; Isabelle Hovey; Brylee McGrady; Layla Snively; Logan White

Bens Run: Olivia Holmes

St Marys: Andre Anderson; Erika Becker; Anna Bennett; Jude Bills; Michael Binegar; Nick Casto; George Cordell; Isabella Cronin; Kaden Danielson; Brooklyn Davis; Alyssa Dawson; Baylee Dilling; Jesse Doak; Hannah Dutton; Brenzie Ebert; Carter Edwards; Mariah Evans; Haley Farson; Connor Feick; Allyson Fulks; Paul Gordon; Amanda Hadley; Shatara Hicks; Ryan Kent; Sidney Kisner; Damien Knight; Caraline Lancaster; Annaliese Lauderman; Terry Lough; James Maston; Clover Moody; Tripp Morrison; Autumn Mossor; Bernadette Occilien; Jasmine Oesterle; Wesley Pinkerton; Joseph Price; Anna Runnion; Mackenzie Smith; Madelyn Smith; Alexander Steele; Madeline Steele; Kendra Williamson; Alexandra Wilson

Waverly: Taylor Brode; Aaron Drake; Dessie Fickiesen; Alyssa Winland; Daniel Winland

PRESTON COUNTY — Bruceton Mills: Wendi Glover; Christopher Wolfe

PUTNAM COUNTY — Buffalo: Lauren Martin

Eleanor: Kala Bakenhaster; Donald Fletcher

Given: Trenton Cain

Red House: Madison Goldsberry

RALEIGH COUNTY — Daniels: Ashley Wilson

RITCHIE COUNTY — Big Springs: Kila Frymier; Olivia Mccroskey

Cairo: Emily Marshall; Madeline Nichols

Ellenboro: Victoria Butcher; Zoe Butcher; Sophia Childers; Seth Cronin; Madison Hall

Harrisville: Hayden Bartlett; Landen Bartlett; Linhang Chen; Giana Cottrill; Hailey Farrar; Garrett Flesher; Alexis Gribble; Charlee Haddox; Isaac Hodges; Emma Howell; Dustin Kirby; Gracie Lamp; Joelie Mudry; Addison Perkins; Kayden Procacina; Bradyn Reed; Lindzey Saltz; Jacob White

Pennsboro: Emily Bush; Lydia Colvin; Brayson Hayes; Jerica Hickman; Robert Hoffman; Kelby Holden; Melody Johnson; Isabella Jones; Michael Leggett; Alisha Lewis; Andrea Perrine; Jonathan Stringer; Ryan Weekley; Warren White

Petroleum: Erin Carpenter; Faith Chichester

Pullman: Shelby Adams

ROANE COUNTY — Gandeeville: Chase Addison; Garrett Workman

Gay: Adreonna Spencer; Zachary Stump

Reedy: Samuel Patterson; William Patterson

Spencer: Zachary Bowman; Olivia Deaton; Alyssa Freeland; London Juftes; Jackie Roberts; Colton Saunders; Braxton Shanks

TYLER COUNTY — Alma: Navaeh Lemasters

Friendly: Elizabeth Adams; Addison Blosser; Jahna Brown; Sophee Craven; Landyn Steortz;

Middlebourne: Reese Davis; Taylor Donaldson; Ethan Goddard; Alexis Haught; Lily Haught; Ryland Henderson; Tiauna Mathis; Camryn Westbrook

Paden City: Wesley Drake

Pennsboro: Brooklyn Bayes

Shirley: Ryan Kinney

Sistersville: Coley Bell; Landon Boggs; Lily Dillaman; Kathryn Grimm; Arianna Hartline; Ralynn Heintzman; Abigail Metz; Lacie Pratt; Ethan Riddle; Nicole Stoller

West Union: Keyonna Weber

WAYNE COUNTY — Fort Gay: Kaylee Frasher

Genoa: Alison Combs

WETZEL COUNTY — Jacksonburg: Rylan Adams; Rachel Hickman

Littleton: Julian Conaway

New Martinsville: Sophia Alexander; Jessa Anderson; Debra Glendenning; Amie Gorrell; Sidney Knight; Nicholas Matheny; Jaxon Poe; Michael Radabaugh; Imary Snider; Sierra Underwood; Kendra Villono; Carson Wade; Alex Yeager

Paden City: Joseph Baker; Nathaniel Hood

Proctor: Bindy Campbell

Reader: Macey Shuman

WIRT  WV COUNTY — Elizabeth: Ashton Cheuvront; Jacklyn Cheuvront; Jamie Collins; Lily Cross; Joshawa Cunningham; Stephen Cunningham; Braxton Dennis; Michael Estes; Lora Fernatt; Bailey Gibeau; Claira Goff; Rylee Hall; Pheobe Hayes; Bailey Larrison; Katherine Lemley; MaKayla Moore; Caitlyn Mueller; Cameron Nelson; Carly Phillips; Lily Pitts; Kaelyn Robinson; Lexi Smith; Tyler Smith

Munday: Zane Reeder

Palestine: Jennifer Brand; Kayleigh Freed

Sandyville: Ruby Murray

Spencer: Kari Cummings

WOOD COUNTY — Belleville: Logan Bowman; Brittany Foster; Ashley Gaston; Chris Hofmann; Chloe Lott; Bradley McPeek; Hannah Morgan; William Morrison; Faith Stout; Aden Swisher

Belmont: Sage Harper

Davisville: Caleb Cottrill; Kristopher Creel; Alexandra Devins; Maddox Dulaney; Jessica Freeman; Kallie Heaney; Jayden Johnson; Gracie Lively; Christian Lockhart; Chandler Mcdowell; Sara Piggott; Darca Sapp; Taylor Sargent; Jaclynne Welch

Kenna: Alexandria Cavender

Mineral Wells: Brody Allman; Brandon Amos; Ashley Blake; Jubilee Bollinger; Natalie Burner; Peyton Collins; Chloe Daggett; Cole Dickson; Melissa Dolly; Brianna Fields; Jennifer Fiest; Eli Francis; Kiahna Harris; Hannah Haught; Haley Hennen; Luci Hitt; Rhodessa Hoselton; Benjamin Howell; Willis Hundley; Brody Johns; Jeffrey Johnson; Sierra King; Jacob Linton; Aiden Maze; Alexis McMillion; Gracyn Miskofsky; Heather Moore; Pamela Morehead; Miley Morris; Rylee Parsons; Lauren Powers; Colton Richards; Evan Rose; Nathan Schramm; Ava Shearer; Ansley Ubbens; Kamryn Vankirk; Cadence Wallbrown; Thomas Whited; Bridget Wines; Clayton Yeager

WOOD  WV COUNTY — Parkersburg: Caleb Akers; Seth Ashbrook; Elora Ayers; Smit Babariya; Riley Ball; Justin Barker; Mckenzie Barnett; Coleen Barnhart; Chloe Barnhouse; Heather Bartlett; Cody Batten; Clover Beal; Sarah Lee Bennett; Julia Bland; Lawrence Boswell; Lauren Brandjes; David Brooks; Lakyn Brown; Brianna Burchard; Ivy Burdette; Alexander Cantwell; Ruby Carpenter; Christine Carter; Breece Chaddock; Cody Chipps; Stacey Cleary; Ethan Cline; Danica Coffman; Alexis Coleman; Sydney Coler; Wesley Comeau; Alisha Cook; Sidney Cool; Tyler Copanic; Cameron Cotter; Ava Cottrill; Emily Cottrill; Trevor Cowan; Elizabeth Dailey; Lisa Dalton; Devi Davis; Sandi Deem; Rileigh Dennison; Tessa Dudgeon; Alexis Dugan; Michael Duke; Katelyn Eckhart; Jalyn Eddy; Kylee Elam; Connor Elkins; Sarah Enoch; Allison Felker; Jon Ferguson; Quinn Ferrebee; Lauren Flanagan; Jordan Flinn; Lilah Francisco; Jasmin Frederick; Malachi Frymire; Zachary Fuerhoff; Jaden Garner; Maegan Gaver; Bailey Geer; Sierra Gerlach; Miranda Gledhill; Whittany Godfrey; Dareck Goff; Kelly Gordon; Kodie Grant; William Grant; Drey Grinter; Matthias Grueneberg; Frances Guice; Kallan Hager; Alani Hall; Kaylee Hall; Jonathan Hammond; Tristan Hart; Thomas Hayes; Kristina Heathcoat; Korie Hildebrecht; Brayden Hill; Ethan Hill; Christopher Holland; Noah Holland; Marlee Hunt; Tiffany Hunt; Brandi Jackson; Chauncy James; Jeanette Jameson; Christopher Johnson; Brock Jones; Matthew Joy; Stephanie Ketchem; Ellie Kinnison; Adam Kinzy; Lindsey Kupfner; Meredith Kupfner; Elliot Lambert; Chesney Lamm; Kelsey Langdon; Eli Law; Allison Lazor; Xavier Leeson; Jesse Lemon; Marko Lewis; Caleb Lindenmuth; Cerinity Linko; Allie Lockhart; Ryan Lockhart; Branson Lott; Courtney Lott; Sophie Lott; Sawyer Lucas; Amanda Lyons; Sophie Mansberger; Cameron Matheny; Erica Mathess; Sydney Maze; Bradford McCleary; James McClung; Senca McConaha; Owen McCrady; Alexander McDonald; Meridith Mckain; Camryn Mclain; Rylea Mercer; Erin Miihlbach; Destini Miller; John Miller; Michael Miller; Nastasia Miller; Ashlyn Morris; Kemara Morris; Nevaeh Nedeff; Jonathan Nguyen; Leila Noland; Logan Nutter; Haileah Parker; Bryce Parsons; Kaylyn Parsons; Charleigh Patton; Gavin Perkins; Brayden Pfaff; Marley Pickens; Landon Plants; Hope Porter; Elizabeth Ramsay; Lauren Raney; Joseph Ray; Kori Reynolds; William Reynolds III; Jacob Riel; Julian Rinehart; Natashua Robinson; Roy Rockhold; Hailey Rummer; Jessica Rutherford; Morgan Sandy; Lily Santiago; Naughneva Savage; Ava Sayre; Katherine Self; Wendy Shackett; Erica Shaffer; Tyler Shahan; Ethan Sharp; Tristan Showen; Isaiah Simmons; Alli Sims; Jacob Sims; Kelsey Sink; Makayla Sirk; Jon Skidmore; Alice Smith; Ashley Smith; Audrey Smith; David Smith; Gracie Smith; Addison Somich; Matthew Spencer; Krista Sponsler; Serenity Sprouse; Athena Staats; Logan Stanley; Madison Stauffer; Andrew Stull; Lily Sundstrom; Mckenzi Swiger; Ashlynn Taylor; Nicholas Thomas; Reganne Thomas; Russell Traugh; Jonah Utt; Clara Vanfossen; Michael Vanlue; Allainya Vaughn; Audrey Wagoner; Lance Walters; Jacob Walton; Hayley Waybright; Edee Weaver; Jole Weaver; Dakota Weigle; Kaytlynn Whitacre; Megan Wigal; Avery Williams; Brandon Williams; Julianne Williams; Andrew Williamson; Kevin Williamson; Ashley Wilson; Gideon Wilson; Josephine Wilson; Melissa Wilson; Paul Wise; Jayda Wright; Sarah Wright; Brady Young; Cody Young

Ravenswood: Amanda Richards

Rockport: Ashton Burr; Kaleb Dean; Allison Emrick

Vienna: Austin Andrews; Emily Biles; Isabella Blair; Brenna Bond; Noah Brown; Zachary Brunetti; Isabella Buracchio; Tanner Cancade; Hayden Carey; Apollo Cecilia; Kent Crumbaker; Alyssa Daugherty; Carter Dawson; Isabella DeAngelo; Adilynn Deuley; Steve Eakins; Olivia Eakle; Justin Eaton; Madelyn Erlandson; Anna Floyd; Jasmine Freeman; Autumn Gainer; Noah Galloway; Connor George; Codie Goots; Sarah Harvey; Ashley Hastings; Lyndsay Haugh; Brittany Hicks; Lukas Horner; Adelie Howerton; Jackson Hudkins; Maggie Ice; Chandler Jackson; Amia Jenkins; Seth Kellison; Mariah King; Rikayla Koch; Caden Kotarski; Daniel Larkin; Aeneas Lauderman; Gavin Leversee; Keaton Lowther; James Martin; Morgan Metz; Isabella Morgan; Meredith Muller; Morgan Nestor; An Nguyen; Kadence Perez; Thienvan Phan; Nicole Rather; Ashley Reaser; Timothy Rummer; Chandler Seita; Ashley Slaven; Emily Snyder; Natasha Staats; Cheyenne Stewart; Camille Tatterson; Carter Thorpe; Brandon Tripler; Lauren Walker; Ethan Wanchick; Harmony Watkins; Carter Watts; Justin Welsh; Heather Whaley; Malia Williams

Walker: Mackenzie Byrd; Isaac Dailey; Lucas Eagle; Zachary Farnsworth; Marissa Hendershot; Ivy Hogue; Riley Kerns; Maya Reynolds; Deacon Roberts; Isabelle Rollins; Elijah Winters

Washington: Chloe Armstrong; Sara Bowers; David Brady; Gabriella Brady; Hailey Brady; Sabrina Christ; Lanie Cook; Wyatt Curfman; Brent Dotson; Cynthia Dotson; Alexis Eichhorn; Mallory Hannah; Landon Henthorn; Aaron Hofmann; Samuel Holtz; Asher Hyde; Matthew Jackson; Allyson Jolley; Cole Joy; Connor Joy; Ethan Joy; Lydia Joy; Benjamin Kaminski; Daniel Kelley; Paisley Maone; Chad Moore; Nathan Moore; Mackenzie Mott; Joan Owen; Erin Riesbeck; Kayla Shaffer; Nicklas Shelton; Jackson Smith; Kendall Smith; Austin Snyder; Ariah Strong; Zachary Thomas; Jackson Thorn; Aubrey Titus; Rylee Waggoner; David Wanstreet; Eli Wheeler

Waverly: Caleb Adkins; Sarah Barton; Joshua Brookover; Georgia Bunch; Payton Bunch; Roy Cain; Kayle Cottrill; Joshlyn Miller; Kyla Myer; Luke Shingleton

Williamstown: John Adams; Anthony Auth; Kadence Bandy; Makaela Bandy; Zander Boyce; Kaycee Britton; Madilyn Buttrey; Erika Casillas; Kayden Clark; Luciana Collins; Savannha Cottrill; Anna Curry; Tyler Davis; Sedonie Ernak; Nathan Frye; Alison Gates; Ethan Gibson; Zachary Gray; Hannah Grogg; Elliana Hanlon; Isaac Harris; Madelyn Hayes; Mason Kern; Zoe King; Alexander Kitchen; Trey Landis; Jadyn Lee; Gabriel Maceira; Gavin Martin; Jackson Melonas; Tyler Melvin; Lora Middleton; Grace Morgan; Noah Mourat; Tanner Oates; Ashley Pennisi; Lyric Perdue; Macy Phelps; Addison Richardson; Carson Rose; Savannah Russell; Cassie Sites; Iris Tanner; Aaron Tingler; Olivia Ullman; Mark Vandergrift; Jayden Walker; Lucas West; Rylee Wise; Vincent Zegrea

MASSACHUSETTS — Marblehead: Jake Roberts

MARYLAND — Parkville: Shakeya Scott

OHIO — Amesville: Dustin Salser

Coolville: Haileigh Bush; Kelsey Hunter; Lukas Tucker

Carrollton: Zach Rothrock

Westerville: Mieja Watson

Pomeroy: Tanner Palmer

Racine: Domenic Nudi; Aaron Vance

Reedsville: Maelynnah Dailey

McConnelsville: Donald Griesmyer

Somerset: Aaron Slatzer

Belpre: Logan Adams; John Boso; Christian Byrne; Tori Chaney; Joshua Duley; Ka’Niyah Ford; Heath Foutty; Kelsie Greenman; Ethan McAtee; David Mosser; Bailey Reid; Rebecca Williams

Cutler: Jason Allen

Fleming: Kevin Ring; Kenady Sams

Little Hocking: Drew Cochran; Ashley Dalrymple; Bradly Marks; Michael Phelps; Robert Reynolds Jr; Robert Sole

Lowell: John Lipscomb

Marietta: Adam Catalona; Daniel Decker; Kaitlin Duckworth; Elisabeth Eye-Rohr; Melissa Fox; Eric Hoon; Izabella Karcher; Martha Lassiter; Annie Mack; Joshua Martin; Braden Miller; Callix Miller; Samantha Miller; Andrea Perine; Stephen Titler; Alisha Winstanley; Eric Wright

New Matamoras: Kalyn Cochran; Karen Shreves

Stockport: Mark Barreto-Tellez; John Hogue; Gary McCutcheon

Vincent: Kelsey Bartmess; Derek Beatty; Joshua Craig; Tonya Smith

Waterford: Vanessa Hoff; Alissa Saffell

Whipple: Denay Layton

PENNSYLVANIA — Aliquippa: Dominic Valenty

SOUTH CAROLINA — Jackson: Adam Abbadusky

Edgefield: Daniel Tager

Myrtle Beach: Addison Parks

TEXAS — Portland: Jesus Vasquez

Abilene: Patrick Garrett

San Angelo: Ryan Carman

WASHINGTON — Centralia: Carly Stephens

Fall 2025 WVU Parkersburg graduates announced

 Parkersburg, W.Va. (March 10, 2026) — WVU Parkersburg is proud to recognize its December 2025 graduates who have earned certificates, associate degrees and bachelor’s degrees. These graduates exemplify academic excellence, dedication and perseverance.

Graduates achieving a 3.50 to 4.00 grade point average (GPA) have been awarded academic honors, as follows: 3.50-3.749, Cum Laude; 3.75-3.99, Magna Cum Laude; and 4.0, Summa Cum Laude. The December WVU Parkersburg graduates are listed below by county and state:

WEST VIRGINIA GRADUATES:
BRAXTON COUNTY —

Frametown: Hayley Lytle, AAS, BOG

BROOKE COUNTY —

Weirton: Ceairra Curran, CERT, Child Development, Cum Laude

CALHOUN COUNTY —

Mount Zion: Madison Gerlach, CERT, Child Development

CLAY COUNTY —

Duck: Megan Sears, CERT, Child Development, AAS, Child Development

DODDRIDGE COUNTY —

Salem: Corrinna Fullmer, AAS, Nursing

GILMER COUNTY —

Glenville: Brandie Hacker, CERT, Child Development; Rachel Phares, AAS, Nursing

Sand Fork: Jlancey Linden, CERT, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude

JACKSON COUNTY —

Cottageville: Brandy Brown, CERT, Child Development; Evelyn Yeager, AAS, Nursing; Marissa Smith, CERT, Criminal Justice, AAS, Criminal Justice, BAS, Criminal Justice, Cum Laude

Evans: Luke Lowry, CERT, Industrial Maintenance, Magna Cum Laude

Given: Triston Lanham, AAS, Elementary Education, Cum Laude

Kenna: Dharma Thomas, AAS, Business Administration; Shelby Anderson, CERT, Child Development

Ravenswood: Chelsey Helmick, BAS, Business Administration; Jacob Harvey, BS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Jaleigh Thompson, BAS, Criminal Justice, Cum Laude; Myna Spencer, AA, General Education, Magna Cum Laude; Peyton Wolfe, CERT, Business Administration, Cum Laude

Ripley: Braxton Carpenter, BAS, Business Administration; CERT, Business Administration; Brooke Hosaflook, RBA; Carter Crihfield, CERT, Electricity & Instrumentation, Magna Cum Laude; Cassandra Boggess, AAS, Nursing; Madison Price, AAS, Cosmetology, Cum Laude; Pamela Pross, CERT, Business Administration; Stormie Wilkinson, CERT, Business Administration; Joshua Kay, AAS, Business Administration, BAS, Business Administration

Sandyville: George Mowery, CERT, Computing Technologies

KANAWHA COUNTY —

Charleston: Jessica Ball, RBA, Magna Cum Laude; Samantha Wilson, AAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Tabitha Fowler, CERT, Child Development

Elkview: Morgan Sweeney, AAS, Business Administration

Saint Albans: Candace Gonzalez, CERT, Child Development, AAS, Child Development

South Charleston: Kailey Chapman, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration, Cum Laude

LOGAN COUNTY —

Accoville: Nancy Vance, BAS, Child Development, Cum Laude

Man: Angela McDonald, RBA,

MARION COUNTY —

Baxter: Hannah Cunningham, CERT, Child Development

MASON COUNTY —

Letart: Paige Hardcastle, AAS, Nursing, Cum Laude

Mason: Dayna Aspery, AAS, Business Administration

Mount Alto: Racheal Killingsworth, BAS, Child Development

New Haven: Alisha Lyons, CERT, Child Development, AAS, Child Development, Magna Cum Laude

MERCER COUNTY —

Bluefield: Monica Harman, RBA,

OHIO COUNTY —

Wheeling: Jordan Irick, CERT, Business Administration; Shelby Hlad, BAS, Child Development

PLEASANTS COUNTY —

Belmont: Logan White, BAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude

St Marys: George Cordell, AAS, BOG; Amy Maston, RBA; Darcy Grimes, AAS, BOG, Magna Cum Laude; Dillon Johnson, CERT, Criminal Justice, AAS, Criminal Justice; Elyssa West, AAS, Nursing; Grace Houser, AAS, Nursing; James Maston, AAS, BOG, Cum Laude; Mariah Evans, BAS, Supervisory Management, BS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Olivia Birkhimer, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Paul Gordon, CERT, Computing Technologies

PUTNAM COUNTY —

Scott Depot: Emily Kemper-Ord, CERT, Child Development

RALEIGH COUNTY —

Daniels: Ashley Wilson, CERT, Child Development

Piney View: Crystal Whittaker, RBA, Cum Laude

RITCHIE COUNTY —

Big Springs: Olivia Mccroskey, AAS, Child Development

Cairo: Landyn Jenkins, AAS, Business Administration, AAS, Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude

Ellenboro: Madison Hall, AAS, Elementary Education, Cum Laude

Harrisville: Hayden Bartlett, AAS, Computer & Information Tech, Magna Cum Laude; Katarina Huffman, RBA, Cum Laude

Pennsboro: Chandos Hamilton, BS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Kate Williams, AAS, Agribusiness, Cum Laude; Melody Johnson, AAS, Elementary Education; Ryan Weekley, AAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude

ROANE COUNTY —

Gay: Adreonna Spencer, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration

Spencer: Colton Saunders, BS, Business Administration; Kaitlyn Clarkson, AAS, Computer & Information Tech; Sara Scott, AAS, BOG

TYLER COUNTY —

Friendly: Sheena Steele, AAS, BOG

Paden City: Alec Chaplin, BAS, Business Administration

Sistersville: Chasity Pittman, RBA; Nathan Orr, CERT, Electricity & Instrumentation

WAYNE COUNTY —

Genoa: Alison Combs, CERT, Child Development, Cum Laude

Pichard: Nena Lemons, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration, BAS, Business Administration

WETZEL COUNTY —

New Martinsville: Ashley Glover, RBA,

Paden City: Joseph Baker, AS, General Education, Cum Laude

WIRT COUNTY —

Elizabeth: Colton Epling, CERT, Business Administration; Jacklyn Cheuvront, AAS, Cosmetology; Kennedy Harris, AAS, Nursing; Michael Estes, AAS, Cosmetology; Teresa Darnell, BAS, Supervisory Management

Le Roy: Moriah Cale, AAS, Cosmetology, Magna Cum Laude

WOOD COUNTY —

Belleville: Ashley Gaston, AAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Travis Turley, CERT, Computing Technologies, Magna Cum Laude

Davisville: Cali Wilcoxen, CERT, Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude; Chandler Mcdowell, AAS, Criminal Justice; Emmalee Farnsworth, CERT, Business Administration; Kyanne Bush, AAS, Cosmetology; Maddox Dulaney, CERT, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Taylor Sargent, AS, General Education, Magna Cum Laude

Mineral Wells: Aiden Maze, CERT, Industrial Maintenance, CERT, Electricity & Instrumentation; Brittany Brookover, AAS, Business Administration; Carter Calvert, AAS, Nursing; Eli Francis, BS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Haley Hennen, AAS, Elementary Education, Magna Cum Laude; Hannah Dolly, AAS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Jacob Frazier, AAS, Business Administration; Jubilee Bollinger, AAS, Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude; Laci Stone, AAS, Nursing; Luke Modesitt, CERT, Criminal Justice; Nathan Calvert, CERT, Computing Technologies; Patience Randolph, AAS, Criminal Justice, Cum Laude; Peyton Collins, AAS, Cosmetology, Magna Cum Laude; Savannah Snider, BA, Multi-Disciplinary Studies

Parkersburg: Adriene Marty-Smith, CERT, Business Administration; Alize Talarico, AAS, Cosmetology; Amber Saltz, CERT, Criminal Justice; Andrew Enoch, AAS, Occupational Development, Summa Cum Laude; Andrew Pierotti, CERT, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Andrew Williamson, AAS, BOG; Anessa Stanley, CERT, Business Administration; Anthony Beckett, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration, BAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Autumn Moneypenny, AAS, BOG; Avery Williams, RBA, Magna Cum Laude; Ayden Yost, CERT, Computing Technologies, Magna Cum Laude; Benjamin Campbell, CERT, Criminal Justice; Bethany Fought, RBA, Cum Laude; Brady Young, CERT, Computing Technologies; Brayden Hill, CERT, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Breece Chaddock, AAS, BOG; Brianna Sharp, CERT, Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude; Carli Eakle, RBA; Cera Lamb, AAS, Business Administration; Cody Chipps, AAS, Computer & Information Tech; Courtney Lott, AAS, Cosmetology; Daphne Miner, AAS, Nursing; Denise Hoover, AAS, Digital Media Production, Cum Laude; Devi Davis, RBA; Dylan Hebert, CERT, Criminal Justice; Ean Tustin, CERT, Electricity & Instrumentation, CERT, Industrial Maintenance; Eian Grigsby, AAS, Nursing; Elizabeth Landers, CERT, Child Development, AAS, Child Development, Elora Ayers, CERT, Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude; Emily Ebert, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude; Emily Sharp, CERT, Child Development; Emma Bagley, AAS, Cosmetology; Erica Mathess, CERT, Child Development, AAS, Child Development; Gabriel Blosser, CERT, Industrial Maintenance, AAS, Multi-Craft Technology; Grace Small, AAS, BOG; Hayley Hufford, AS, Business Administration; Isabella Leeson, BS, Business Administration; Isabella Rutherford, AAS, Business Administration; Ivy Burdette, CERT, Business Administration, BAS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Jarod Peters, AAS, BOG; Jasmin Frederick, AAS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Jason Earl, CERT, Criminal Justice; Jole Weaver, CERT, Welding, Cum Laude; Joseph Overbaugh, AAS, Nursing; Joyce Eddy, AAS, Nursing; Julia Bland, AAS, Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude; Kaitlin Pryor, CERT, Business Administration; Kaleb Westfall, AAS, Business Administration; Karissa Reynolds, AAS, Nursing; Kayleigh Johnson, AAS, Nursing, Cum Laude; Kodie Grant, AAS, BOG, Magna Cum Laude; Krista Sponsler, BAS, Criminal Justice, Cum Laude; Kylee Elam, AS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Lauren Brandjes, AAS, Elementary Education; Liam Greene, CERT, Business Administration; Lily Santiago, AA, General Education, Cum Laude; Lindsey Cremeans, AAS, BOG; Lindsey Kupfner, CERT, Criminal Justice, Cum Laude; Lisa Dalton, AAS, Elementary Education; Mackenzie Willis, AAS, Business Administration; Madison Durkin, AAS, Business Administration; Madison Showalter, CERT, Criminal Justice, AAS, Criminal Justice; Maegan Gaver, AAS, BOG, Cum Laude; Mark Crum, CERT, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Marlee Hunt, AAS, Elementary Education, Cum Laude; Maxximillian Greer, CERT, Criminal Justice; Megan Wigal, AAS, Cosmetology, Magna Cum Laude; Melissa Wilson, RBA; Michala Broadwater, CERT, Criminal Justice; Michelle Hurley, BAS, Supervisory Management; Natalie Wood, AAS, Nursing, Magna Cum Laude; Phoenix Swisher, CERT, Business Administration; Rebecca Kalb, AAS, Nursing; Rileigh Dennison, AAS, Cosmetology; Riley Rhodes, AAS, Business Administration; Russell Traugh, AAS, Welding Technology; Ryan Lockhart, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Rylea Mercer, AS, General Education, Cum Laude; Sarah Lee Bennett, CERT, Criminal Justice, Magna Cum Laude; Seth Ashbrook, CERT, Computing Technologies; Sofia Chloe Aliac, AAS, Nursing; Stacia Knowlton, CERT, Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude; Sydney Coler, BAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Tonya Johnson, AAS, Criminal Justice; Trevor Cowan, CERT, Computing Technologies, Magna Cum Laude; Wendy Shackett, CERT, Child Development; William Grant, RBA; William Reynolds III, AAS, BOG; Xavier Leeson, AAS, Criminal Justice; Zackery Scott, CERT, Computing Technologies, Cum Laude

Rockport: Michael Waldron II, AAS, Agribusiness, Cum Laude

Vienna: Abigail Barton, AAS, Nursing; Apollo Cecilia, RBA; Ashley Hastings, CERT, Business Administration; Ashley Slaven, BAS, Supervisory Management, Cum Laude; Brandon Stanley, RBA; Chandler Seita, CERT, Criminal Justice, AAS, Criminal Justice, BAS, Criminal Justice, Cum Laude; Daniel Larkin, BAS, Supervisory Management; Emily Coon, CERT, Computing Technologies; Evan McEwuen, CERT, Electricity & Instrumentation; Garrett Napier, BAS, Business Administration; Isabella DeAngelo, AAS, Cosmetology; Isaiah Walker, CERT, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Jacob Caplinger, CERT, Business Administration; Jake Barnette, BAS, Business Administration; Joseph Walker, AAS, Digital Media Production, Magna Cum Laude; Kadence Perez, AAS, Elementary Education; Kara Bennett, BAS, Child Development; Konnor Williams, CERT, Business Administration; Lauren McDonnell, AAS, Nursing, Magna Cum Laude; Lauren Walker, AAS, Cosmetology, Cum Laude; Macey Anderson, AAS, Nursing, Cum Laude; Mary Phillips, AAS, Business Administration; Natasha Staats, AAS, Child Development, Magna Cum Laude; Owen Farish, BAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Reece Nemesek, CERT, Criminal Justice, AAS, Criminal Justice; Riley Nemesek, AAS, Business Administration; Summer Rule, AS, General Education

Walker: Chloe Dicks, AAS, Strategic Communication, Summa Cum Laude; Mackenzie Byrd, RBA, Cum Laude

Washington: Benjamin Kaminski, BAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Cole Joy, CERT, Industrial Maintenance; Jennie Goff, CERT, Child Development; Joan Owen, AAS, Cosmetology; Kari Fordyce, AAS, BOG; Logan Henthorn, AAS, Nursing; Mackenzie Mott, CERT, Criminal Justice; Mackenzie Williams, BS, Business Administration; Oshelle Miller, BAS, Business Administration; Sidney Windland, AAS, Business Administration, Magna Cum Laude; Steven Barton, AAS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Tyler Shedd, AAS, Business Administration

Waverly: Joshlyn Miller, AAS, Criminal

Williamstown: Aaron Tingler, BAS, Business Administration; Aaron Tingler, BAS, Business Administration; Alison Gates, AAS, Digital Communication, Magna Cum Laude; Anna Ashley, AAS, Cosmetology; Avery Smith, AAS, Nursing; Conner Walker, BAS, Comm & Media – Digital Comm; Destin Lantz, AAS, Business Administration; Emily Bailey, BAS, Criminal Justice, Cum Laude; Jedidiah Lane, CERT, Computing Technologies; Joseph Strauss, AAS, Business Administration; Katelynn Tucker, AAS, Nursing; Sean Frye, AS, General Education, Magna Cum Laude; Shayna Ritchey, AAS, BOG; Zachary Smith, AAS, Computer & Information Tech

FLORIDA — Pensacola: Alexandra Felter, AAS, Business Administration

GEORGIA — Grovetown: Jasmine Johnson, AAS, BOG

KENTUCKY — Louisa: Joshua Moore, BAS, Supervisory Management, Summa Cum Laude

OHIO — Guysville: Abigail Guthrie, AAS, Agribusiness, Cum Laude

Loveland: Nicole Joumany, BAS, Child Development

Pomeroy: Maddison Woodyard, AAS, Nursing

Racine: Christian Howell, CERT, Computing Technologies, Summa Cum Laude

Stockport: Katlin Stewart, AAS, Nursing

Caldwell: Kadence Hood, AAS, BOG

Somerset: Aaron Slatzer, BAS, Supervisory Management, Cum Laude

Belpre: Amanda Smith, AAS, Nursing, Cum Laude; Amber Amick, AAS, Nursing; Hannah Burdette, BAS, Business Administration; Tori Chaney, AAS, Cosmetology, Cum Laude

Fleming: Akasha DeLancy, AA, General Education

Little Hocking: Bradly Marks, RBA, Jacob Stealey, CERT, Computing Technologies, Cum Laude; Johnathan Hitt, CERT, Industrial Maintenance, CERT, Electricity & Instrumentation, Summa Cum Laude;

Lowell: Tina Long, AAS, Nursing

Marietta: Adam Catalona, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration, Cum Laude; Alvin Varghese, AAS, Nursing; Ashlynn Dinnin, AAS, Nursing; Camey Gerst, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration; David Cech, RBA; Elisabeth Eye-Rohr, CERT, Criminal Justice, Summa Cum Laude; Eric Wright, RBA; Joshua Schneider, AAS, Nursing; Korland Kampmeier, BAS, Criminal Justice; Monica White, AAS, Nursing; Sidney Marshall, RBA

New Matamoras: Kalyn Cochran, AAS, Cosmetology, Magna Cum Laude

Waterford: Alissa Saffell, AAS, Elementary Education

OKLAHOMA — Atoka: Ryan Loudermilk, AAS, Occupational Development, Cum Laude

Shady Point: Machala Gordon, AAS, BOG

SOUTH CAROLINA — Myrtle Beach: Margaret Full, RBA

TENNESSEE — Jonesborough: Josie Vincent, CERT, Business Administration, AAS, Business Administration

TEXAS — Abilene: Kurtis Vandenboomen, AAS, Occupational Development; Patrick Garrett, AAS, Occupational Development, Cum Laude;

WVU Parkersburg to Host Inaugural MOV Film Festival April 17-18, 2026

Parkersburg, W.Va. (March 9, 2026) — WVU Parkersburg will host the inaugural MOV Film Festival on Friday and Saturday, April 17 – 18, 2026, bringing filmmakers from around the globe and across the Mid-Ohio Valley together for a student-managed celebration of storytelling, creativity and digital media innovation.

The inspiration for the MOV Film Festival began years ago when Cody Davis, Integrated Marketing Communications Faculty member, participated in a similar event as an undergraduate student.

“Students were involved in almost every aspect of the festival from planning and managing to judging,” Davis said. “There was even a class built into the curriculum about film festivals. One of my long-time mentors has been a huge help and has taught me everything I know about them.”

Davis said it was important to bring a film festival to the Mid-Ohio Valley to showcase powerful films created in the region while giving high school and college students an opportunity to see what is possible with a degree in Digital Media Production.

In its first year, the MOV Film Festival has received more than 600 submissions from filmmakers representing every continent except Antarctica. Entries have arrived from countries including China, Russia, Iran, Australia, Ireland, India and South Africa, in addition to numerous submissions from the tri-state area. Students at Ravenswood High School are among the local filmmakers preparing submissions.

“The amount of submissions we have received has honestly been a little overwhelming,” Davis said. “I did not know that it would pick up that much interest. We’ve hit every continent besides Antarctica.”

Despite its global reach, the festival remains rooted in its community focus. Unlike many festivals, the MOV Film Festival does not charge entry fees this year and is fully student managed. WVU Parkersburg students have played a primary role in judging submissions, rating films through a structured review process that evaluates story, audio, lighting and overall quality. Students also provided written feedback and will serve as volunteers during the event.

Jacob Walton, a Digital Media Production student and festival judge, described the experience as a milestone in his academic journey.

“This is the first time ever that I have served as a judge for something this massive before, so being a judge for the Film Festival was a huge milestone in my time as a student,” Walton said. “Reviewing films from other continents was something else that I have never considered doing before. The stories from foreign lands are different because of the cultures they hail from.”

Walton added that the experience strengthened his decision-making skills and deepened his appreciation for storytelling techniques.

“What stood out to me is the quality of most of the films that have been submitted, and there are many different methods displayed to tell a story,” he said. “I absolutely agree with students having hands-on roles on an event this massive. It improves their confidence and experience so they can excel in future projects.”

The animation category has emerged as a standout among submissions, highlighting the advanced digital tools available to modern creators. One notable entry, a short stop-motion animation from Iran titled The Dog, was crafted entirely from black sand, demonstrating the global diversity of technique and artistic expression represented in the festival.

The MOV Film Festival directly reflects WVU Parkersburg’s mission to provide accessible, life-changing educational opportunities in a safe and supportive environment. By hosting an international event on campus, the college offers students résumé-building experience without requiring travel to major metropolitan markets.

“Our students that create something for this festival or take part in the judging have something to add to their résumé that employers will look highly on,” Davis said. “They don’t have to go to some major city or another state to take part in this. It’s right here, on their campus.”

Davis hopes the festival will inspire both current and prospective students long after the final screening.

“I hope that if a student comes to this festival and never realized they could make all of these incredible pieces of work with a degree from WVU Parkersburg, that they decide to enroll,” Davis said. “I would love to have them on board with us.”

For more information about the MOV Film Festival or WVU Parkersburg’s Digital Media Production program, visit www.wvup.edu

Early College student and family donate 70 meals-in-a-bag to support WVU Parkersburg students facing food insecurity

 Parkersburg, W.Va. (Feb. 2, 2026) — When Early College student Myles Barry saw an opportunity to help fellow students, he didn’t hesitate. Together with his mother, Katrina Barry, a member of the WVU at Parkersburg Foundation Board, the family donated 70 Meals-in-a-Bag to support students experiencing food insecurity at WVU Parkersburg.

Each bag provides shelf-stable meals that can feed a family of four and is available at no cost to students.

“I have the ability to help, so I wanted to help – because that’s what you should do for your community,” Myles said. “The fact that I take classes at WVU Parkersburg made it feel more personal.”

For Katrina Barry, the donation is rooted in lived experience.

“Food insecurity is something I experienced growing up,” she said. “I remember the anxiety my family carried, even when we technically never went without food for long stretches. There were times when my parents had to make hard choices, and that stays with you.”

Barry said the decision to support WVU Parkersburg students was intentional. As a Foundation Board member, she has seen the growing need among students – particularly nontraditional students and those supporting families of their own.

“College students are often overlooked when people think about food or housing insecurity,” she said. “I wanted there to be dignified, discreet access to food and not just for students, but for the families they support.”

The idea came together after Barry saw a social media post about shelf-stable dinner kits.

“It just clicked,” she said. “Myles has had incredible opportunities through the Early College program, and this felt like a way for our family to help ensure other WVU Parkersburg students have the same chance at success.”

She added that food security is foundational to student success.

“It’s hard to care about an assignment or a test when you’re worried about where the next meal for your family is coming from,” Barry said. “These students are our community’s future nurses, teachers, welders, and professionals. If we want them to succeed, we have to meet their basic needs.”

Olivia Reeder, President & CEO of the WVU at Parkersburg Foundation, said the donation reflects the heart of the institution.

“This is what community looks like at WVU Parkersburg,” Reeder said. “When our students and families see a need and step up to meet it, they remind us that education is about more than classrooms. It’s about caring for people so they have the stability to learn, grow, and succeed.”

In simpler terms, Barry said, the decision was unavoidable.

“WVU Parkersburg students needed fed. We can feed them. Morally, I couldn’t not do that.”

Meals-in-a-Bag are available now at Institutional Advancement and are free to any student who needs them.

WVU Parkersburg, Washington State College of Ohio partner to create 2+2 cybersecurity degree pathway

 Parkersburg, W.Va. (Feb. 1, 2026) — WVU Parkersburg and Washington State College of Ohio have signed a partnership agreement establishing a 2+2 degree pathway in cybersecurity.

The agreement allows students to earn an Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Security at Washington State College of Ohio and then transfer seamlessly to WVU Parkersburg to complete a Bachelor of Applied Technology in Cyber Security and Network Administration.

“Our 2+2 Cybersecurity partnership with Washington State College of Ohio represents a shared commitment to academic excellence and innovation. By aligning our Bachelor of Applied Technology curriculum with WSCO’s foundational programs, we are creating a seamless pathway that empowers students to achieve advanced credentials while fostering cross-institutional collaboration that strengthens the future of technology education,” said WVU President Dr. Torie Jackson.

The partnership is designed to expand access to bachelor’s degrees in a high-demand field while supporting regional workforce development. West Virginia currently ranks near the bottom nationally in baccalaureate degree attainment, and the program aims to help address that gap by providing students with a clear, structured pathway to a four-year degree.

Courses for the bachelor’s degree will be delivered by WVU Parkersburg through its online learning platform, allowing students to complete upper-division coursework after finishing their associate degree at Washington State College of Ohio.

Students will also receive coordinated academic advising from both institutions to ensure a smooth transition and support timely degree completion.

“This 2+2 agreement is more than an academic pathway; it’s a strategic investment in our region’s future. By equipping students with industry-aligned cybersecurity skills and credentials, we are helping meet the growing demand for qualified professionals across our communities, driving economic opportunity and strengthening our regional workforce,” Jackson said.

The 2+2 cybersecurity pathway is open to students who complete the Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Security at Washington State College of Ohio and meet WVU Parkersburg admission requirements.

WVU Parkersburg Board of Governors sets strategic direction for 2026, highlights ITC progress

 Parkersburg, W.Va. (Jan. 22, 2026) — The WVU Parkersburg Board of Governors met Tuesday to outline strategic priorities for 2026, review continued enrollment growth and financial stability, and tour ongoing improvements at the Innovation and Technology Center campus in Vienna.

President Dr. Torie Jackson said the college’s focus for the year ahead centers on intentional growth, workforce alignment and continuous improvement, with recruitment and retention viewed as investments in people and opportunity.

“Our goals remain clear and grounded in purpose,” Jackson said. “If we stay focused on students and their success, and commit to being one percent better each day, those small improvements add up to meaningful change for our institution and our region.”

Jackson said WVU Parkersburg will continue targeted efforts to grow enrollment at the Jackson County Center while expanding the Innovation and Technology Center, positioning the college as a leader in innovation, entrepreneurship and workforce development.

Board Chair Blaine Hess reported that spring enrollment remains strong, with headcount up about 5%, or 152 students, from last year and full-time equivalent enrollment increasing by more than 60 students.

“Given what we’re seeing nationally, with college enrollment, these numbers are encouraging,” Hess said.

As part of committee reports, board members participated in a tour of the Innovation and Technology Center, led by Jackson, highlighting completed and in-progress spaces designed to support academic programs, student services and community partnerships.

Board member David Bowles said the tour included technology-enabled classrooms, the Engineering Innovation Lab, the podcast studio, expanded shipping and receiving operations, and a child care center expected to serve up to 130 children. The tour also highlighted student housing, outdoor gathering areas intended to enhance the student experience, future restaurant operations, and space planned for expanded cosmetology programming.

Chief Financial Officer Brad Wilson reported a positive financial outlook midway through fiscal year 2026, with tuition and fee review for the fall and spring terms up $226, 299 compared with the same period last year. He also noted the college has been awarded 85 grants totaling $13 million since fall 2023, with 61 grants currently active.

“Responsible financial management and the strategic pursuit of grants remain key to sustaining growth and supporting the college’s mission,” Wilson said.

In action items, the board approved four new academic programs aligned with regional workforce needs: a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting, Accounting (CPA Track) and Financial Management, and an Associate of Applied Science in Emergency Medical Services.

Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. David Lancaster said the programs were developed in response to stakeholder input and reflect the college’s commitment to continuous improvement.

The board also approved updates to several Board of Governors policies, including revisions related to meal breaks, academic credit and micro-credential pathways. Board members also discussed plan for events tied to the college’s upcoming 65^th anniversary.

The next WVU Parkersburg Board of Governors meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2026.

Regents Bachelor of Arts Degree Program Marks 50 Years of Helping West Virginia Achieve Their High Education Goals

Parkersburg, W.Va. (Jan. 20, 2026) — WVU Parkersburg is marking the 50th anniversary of the statewide Regents Bachelor of Arts (RBA) degree program, which was created to meet the needs of adult learners across West Virginia.

The RBA degree is designed for students who balance work, family, and other responsibilities. The program offers credit for life and work experience, options for compressed courses, and the ability to take online and weekend classes.

“The RBA program at WVU Parkersburg is helping students achieve their goals and dreams every day,” said Kim McFee, director of RBA & BOG AAS degree programs. “Not everyone follows a traditional path to a degree, and the RBA program can be a perfect fit for those already in the workforce or for individuals who started college but did not finish. We are always happy to support our students as they find the pathway that is right for them, and we are proud that the RBA program helps so many succeed.”

The West Virginia State Board of Regents created the RBA program in 1975. In just the past five years, more than 3,200 RBA degrees have been awarded statewide. According to a recent National Student Clearinghouse report, in 2024 there were 179,965 West Virginians under the age of 65 who had some college credit but no credential. The RBA program provides a flexible pathway for adult learners to cross the finish line and complete their degree.

“This incredibly unique and flexible degree program is an unsung hero in West Virginia’s higher education story,” said Dr. Chris Rasmussen, vice chancellor for academic affairs for the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission. “We know that many adults in West Virginia enter the workforce and believe returning to college is no longer an option. The RBA program’s flexibility and credit for work experience make earning a degree possible for so many across our state, and these graduates are making a difference at work and in their communities every day.”

The only prerequisite for the RBA degree is a GED or high school equivalent and being out of high school for at least three years. Many adult learners pursuing an RBA degree may also qualify for financial aid.

For more information about financial aid at WVU Parkersburg, call 304-424-8310 or email finaid@wvup.edu.

For more information about the RBA program, contact Kim McFee at 304-424-8321 or email kmcfee1@wvup.edu.