Parkersburg, W.Va. (Oct. 4, 2024) — WVU Parkersburg will host a series of upcoming events, like a bonfire and coffee meet-ups, designed to give the community and prospective students a chance to learn more about the college.

“By attending upcoming events hosted by WVU Parkersburg admissions you will be able to meet with the recruitment team and learn more about what WVU Parkersburg has to offer,” said Nicole Shutts, admissions and recruitment coordinator. “I think the events we are having like the meet and greets at local coffee shops and the event at North Bend State Park are beneficial to the community as well because we are meeting potential students in their spaces and allowing them to enjoy their products, while also helping them learn about our college’s opportunities.”

Whether you’re a parent wanting to learn more, a student who recently graduated high school or someone searching for a new career path, these events are open to anyone as a way to get questions about WVU Parkersburg answered.

Events:

October 5

• 6 – 9 p.m. ­— North Bend Bonfire, North Bend State Park

Stop by North Bend State Park at 202 North Bend State Park Road in Cairo from 6 to 9 p.m. for a community bonfire event. WVU Parkersburg’s recruiters will be in attendance to speak about programs available, campus life and how students will be supported in their academic careers.

October 15

• 3 – 6 p.m. — Stoked Coffee, Southside Parkersburg

Join us at Stoked Coffee at 1606 Blizzard Drive in Parkersburg from 3 to 6 p.m. to drink coffee and talk about the resources WVU Parkersburg has to offer to its students.

October 28

• 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Pitch Competition, WVU Parkersburg

WVU Parkersburg will host the first stage of this year’s Pitch Competition, where students will show off their entrepreneurial prowess by sharing their business ideas to a panel of judges. The top participants will advance to the second round, where they will have the chance to earn $10,000 to help build the business of their dreams.

 November 19

• 4 – 6 p.m. — Lock No. 4 Coffee, Vienna

Recruiters will visit Lock No. 4 Coffee at 3916 Murdoch Ave. in Vienna from 4 to 6 p.m. to answer questions about admissions, financial aid and opportunities for our current and future students.

 December 10

• 3:30 – 5 p.m. — Jeremiah’s Coffee House, Marietta

WVU Parkersburg will wrap up the season at Jeremiah’s Coffee House at 165 Front Street in Marietta from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more about academic programs, extracurricular activities and how WVU Parkersburg can help you achieve your educational and career goals.

To learn more, email admissions@wvup.edu or call 304-424-8310.