News

  1. Glenville State University
  2. News

The Latest Glenville News

GSU Presents Poet John Hoppenthaler
The Little Kanawha Reading Series Presents Poet John Hoppenthaler
date_range
October 10, 2023
 The Little Kanawha Reading Series is pleased to announce a reading by the poet John Hoppenthaler. The reading will take place on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in the Robert F. Kidd Library.    
Stop the Stigma Walk 2023
Glenville State University Students Unite to Stop the Stigma of Mental Illness 
date_range
October 10, 2023
 In a remarkable display of unity and compassion, over 150 students at Glenville State University joined forces to combat the stigma surrounding mental illness. The powerful demonstration, a walk to raise awareness, unfolded across the university campus on October 9. This event marked a significant milestone in the ongoing fight to foster understanding and support for mental health. 
Pioneer Shooting Club
Pioneer Shooting Club takes aim at Breast Cancer Awareness Month 
date_range
October 6, 2023
 The Pioneer Shooting Club is once again taking a stand in the fight against breast cancer as it proudly announces its 3rd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Auction. This event, scheduled to take place on October 11th in the Mollahan Center Ballroom, promises to be a powerful and impactful occasion dedicated to raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research and support.  Breast cancer remains a significant global health challenge, affecting millions of lives each year. In its third year, the Pioneer Shooting Club continues to demonstrate its commitment to making a difference in the fight against this disease. The Breast Cancer Awareness Auction has become a cornerstone event, uniting the local community and firearms enthusiasts in a shared mission of support. 
Professor Kristen Tunno
Professor Kristen Tunno Set to Inspire at the Women Leaders National Convention in New Orleans 
date_range
October 6, 2023
 Professor Kristen Tunno, a prominent figure at Glenville State University serving as the Senior Woman Administrator in athletics and Lecturer of Business over the Sport Management program, is all set to represent Glenville State University at the upcoming Women Leaders National Convention in New Orleans from October 8th to 10th.  This exciting opportunity was made possible by Professor Tunno's successful application for a $2500 grant from the esteemed Mountain East Conference. The grant serves as recognition of her outstanding contributions to the field of sports management and her commitment to advancing opportunities for women in athletics. 
GSU Debate Team
Glenville State University’s Debate Team Strikes “Gold” at Slippery Rock Tournament
date_range
October 4, 2023
 Glenville State University's Pioneer Debate team competed in the National Educational Debate Association's (NEDA) Slippery Rock University tournament September 22-23. The tournament included 74 individual competitors from seven schools: Slippery Rock, Grove City, Dayton, Wayne State, Glenville State, Capital, and IMSA North.   Pioneer Debate’s two teams competed in the Novice Crossfire division. Rebekah Hypes (Sophomore Criminal Justice major) and teammate Sandra Crites (Sophomore Education major) finished 3rd overall. Noah Minor (Sophomore Business Management and Land Surveying double-major) and teammate Victoria Osborne (Sophomore Criminal Justice major) finished 5th overall. Rebekah Hypes topped all individual scores for a first-place divisional finish, and Noah Minor scored a fifth-place divisional finish.  
Homecoming 2023
Glenville State University Homecoming Events Planned for October
date_range
September 20, 2023
 Glenville State University will celebrate its annual Homecoming during the week of October 9, culminating on Saturday, October 14. A number of events are planned throughout the week for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. Everyone is encouraged to make plans to come back to Glenville. 
Pioneer Statue
The Little Kanawha Reading Series Presents Poet Matthew Wimberley
date_range
September 19, 2023
 The Little Kanawha Reading Series is thrilled to announce a captivating literary event featuring poet Matthew Wimberley. The reading will take place on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in the Robert F. Kidd Library, situated on the picturesque campus of Glenville State University. 
Natalie Fout, a Secondary Math Education Major at Glenville State University
Glenville State University Student Completes Internship with NASA WV Space Grant Consortium
date_range
September 14, 2023
 Natalie Fout, a Secondary Math Education Major at Glenville State University, has successfully completed a transformative internship with the NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium (WVSGC) during the summer of 2023. Her role as Outreach Coordinator and Launch Director for the West Virginia Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project (WVNEBP) marked a significant contribution to this NASA-funded initiative, bringing together 70 atmospheric science and engineering teams from across the nation. 
Students meeting President Manchin
Local Open House at Glenville State University Invites Calhoun, Roane, Gilmer, and Braxton County Students to Explore Educational Opportunities 
date_range
September 13, 2023
 Glenville State University hosted a special open house event aimed at students of Calhoun, Roane, Gilmer, and Braxton counties. This unique occasion provided an excellent opportunity for individuals in the local community to discover the diverse academic programs, resources, and career prospects that Glenville State University has to offer.