Concord University announces 13th President
ATHENS, WV (WVNS) — Concord University announced the University's next president.
According to a press release, Dr. Bethany Meighen was chosen to be Concord University's 13th president by the Concord University Board of Governors.
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The press release stated that the board voted on April 15, 2025 at a meeting, and that Dr. Meighen accepted the position.
Dr. Meighen was the Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at the University of North Carolina System, and was the chief student affairs officer as well as an important liaison between the UNC System Office and its 17 constituent institutions.
Dr. Meighen's strong background in higher education administration and her experience shaping policies related to admissions and student support services position her to strengthen and cultivate the strategically sound foundation President Kendra Boggess has built over her tenure.
The Board of Governors is grateful for the work the Presidential Search Committee has done over several months leading up to this decision, and we look forward to what the future brings.
Dave Barnette | Board Chairman
According to Concord University, Dr. Meighen received her bachelor's and master's degree from the University of Charleston, and her Ed.D. from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Leadership roles that she held in the past include being the Director of Alumni and Parent Relations, Director of Marketing and Alumni Relations, and Dean of Student Life, all at the University of Charleston.
During her prior leadership roles, Dr. Meighen helped watch over a variety of student organizations, as well as the student code of conduct and Office of Student Life budget, and alumni, parent, and student engagement.
Dr. Meighen moved to North Carolina with her family, and she was the Director for Student Development and Advisor to the UNC System Association of Student Governments as well as being the vice president for academic and student affairs.
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Concord University is making a meaningful difference in the lives of its students, the surrounding communities, and beyond—a mission I'm eager to use all my energy and experience to support and advance.
I look forward to working collaboratively with the faculty, staff, students, and the entire campus community to build on the university's strong foundation and help shape its future in the years to come.
Dr. Meighen
Dr. Meighen is a collaborative, data-driven decision maker dedicated to making higher education more accessible and enhancing the student experience at Concord. I look forward to working with her and supporting her as Concord University's 13th president.
President Boggess
The press release stated that President Boggess will stay at Concord University for one month as a presidential consultant to help with the change when Dr. Meighen starts on July 1, 2025.
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