West Liberty University

10/23/2026

West Liberty University Celebrates Opening of Renovated Veterans Lounge

West Liberty University celebrated the opening of its newly renovated Veterans Lounge with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 16, bringing together student veterans, university leadership, alumni, and community supporters.

The renovated lounge provides a welcoming space for veterans and military-connected students to relax, study, connect with one another, and build relationships through shared experiences. The project reflects WLU’s commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive campus environment for those who have served in the military and their families.

The renovations were fully funded by West Liberty University alumni and U.S. Navy veterans Denise and Karl Penz, whose generosity helped transform the lounge into a dedicated space for the university’s military-connected community. Karl Penz also contributed his time and artistic talents over the summer, painting a mural inside the lounge.

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10/22/2026

West Liberty University Foundation Honors Philanthropic Leaders at President’s Recognition Banquet

The West Liberty University Foundation celebrated the generosity and commitment of its donors during the President’s Recognition Banquet on Friday, Oct. 16, as part of Homecoming Weekend festivities. The event brought together alumni, friends, university leadership, and supporters to recognize those whose philanthropy is making a lasting difference for West Liberty University students and programs. The Alumni Wall of Honor Class of 2026 was also inducted at the event.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the 2026 Impact of Philanthropy Awards, which honor individuals and families whose generosity has strengthened educational opportunities and advanced the mission of West Liberty University. This year’s honorees were recognized for establishing scholarships and providing transformational support that will benefit generations of Hilltoppers.

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10/20/2026

We’re Hiring on the Hilltop! 📊

West Liberty University is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join our team.

Join a welcoming university community where you can put your skills to work and help support WLU’s continued success!

Learn more and apply: https://westlibertyuniversity.bamboohr.com/careers/436

10/17/2026

Homecoming 2026 Photo Dump 2

Such an amazing day on the Hilltop!

From tailgating and reconnecting with alumni to cheering from the stands and celebrating a Hilltopper victory, today was exactly what a WLU Homecoming Day should feel like!

We captured a little bit of everything along the way, so take a look through our Homecoming Day photo dump and see if you can spot yourself or someone you know!

Thanks to everyone who came out and made this Homecoming one to remember. Go Toppers! 💛🖤

10/17/2026

Homecoming 2026 Photo Dump 1

Such an amazing day on the Hilltop!

From tailgating and reconnecting with alumni to cheering from the stands and celebrating a Hilltopper victory, today was exactly what a WLU Homecoming Day should feel like!

We captured a little bit of everything along the way, so take a look through our Homecoming Day photo dump and see if you can spot yourself or someone you know!

Thanks to everyone who came out and made this Homecoming one to remember. Go Toppers! 💛🖤

10/14/2026

One of our favorite Homecoming traditions on the Hilltop is Tent Day! The quad comes alive with school spirit, food, and the excitement of celebrating what makes our campus community so incredible.

10/12/2026

West Liberty University Students Selected as NASA West Virginia Space Grant Ambassadors

Two West Liberty University seniors have been selected to serve as NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium Student Ambassadors for the 2026–27 academic year.

Gwyneth Horzempa, a senior Data Science major, and Elizabeth Ivanac, a senior Mathematics Education major, will represent West Liberty while promoting STEM education, NASA-related opportunities, and West Virginia Space Grant Consortium programs to students and communities.

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10/09/2026

West Liberty University Students and Faculty Present Research at 11th International Conference on Tularemia

West Liberty University students and faculty presented their research alongside scientists from around the world at the 11th International Conference on Tularemia, held Sept. 27–30 at the Portofino Hotel & Marina in Redondo Beach, California.

Representing WLU were Joseph Horzempa, Interim Dean of the College of Sciences; Stuart Cantlay, Associate Professor of Biology; graduate students Audrey Blust and Jaden Bender; and undergraduate students Maggie Gunter and Abigale Riggle.

The international conference brought together researchers to share new findings and discuss future directions in the study of Francisella tularensis, the bacterium that causes tularemia.

“The research being conducted at West Liberty provides amazing opportunities for our students through experiential learning,” Horzempa said. “Perhaps more importantly, the research generated at the Hilltop Center for Biomedical Research produces impactful discoveries that allow the scientific community to better understand the world around us.”

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10/08/2026

West Liberty University Announces Homecoming 2026 Celebration

West Liberty University will welcome alumni, students, families, and friends back to the Hilltop for Homecoming 2026, featuring a luau-themed week of traditions, reunions, athletics, performances, and alumni events leading into Homecoming Weekend, Oct. 16–17.

Homecoming activities begin Sunday, Oct. 11, with the Homecoming Kickoff at the Hogue Quadrangle. Events throughout the week include Serenades, Homecoming candidate activities, soccer matches, a pep rally, hula dance instruction, and performances of the Hilltop Players’ The Cripple of Inishmaan.

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10/07/2026

West Liberty University’s Nutting Gallery to Present “Interlaced” Appalachian Craft Exhibition

West Liberty University’s Nutting Gallery will present “Interlaced: Making, Material, Process in Appalachia,” a group exhibition featuring the work of West Virginia-based craft artists, from Oct. 7 through Nov. 5.

An opening reception will be held tonight, Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Nutting Gallery, located in the Fine Arts Building on the West Liberty University campus. A discussion with the artists is scheduled for 6 p.m. The campus community and the public are invited to attend. Admission is free.

Participating artists are Susan Feller, Jessie McClanahan, Suzan Ann Morgan, Griffin Nordstrom, Ali Printz, Domenica Queen, Mary Roy, Louise Silk, and Nevada Tribble. The exhibition is curated by Feller and Nordstrom.

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