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Yahoo
18-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
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. Concord University Esports ends fifth year with a record-breaking season 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. Concord University joins 'Concord Cousins' for the Concord250 Patriots' Day in Massachusetts 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. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Yahoo
Glenwood Park ready to reopen April 18 after suffering damages from severe weather
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – On Friday, April 18, 2025, Glenwood Park will be fully reopening. However, it will look a little different. Concord University joins 'Concord Cousins' for the Concord250 Patriots' Day in Massachusetts Its iconic putt-putt course and boardwalk were among the attractions damaged in the February flooding. There will also not be any paddleboats for the time being. Bill Archer is the Mercer County Commission President. Despite all the things Glenwood will not have this year, Archer tells us the crew there has worked extra hard to get the park ready to open by April 18 with new additions. The shelters and campsites that were damaged in Helene and the February flooding are now repaired. Workers have also been modernizing the bathrooms. 'We had a lot of timber that dropped over during both Helene and the flooding event. We are using some of those boards in order to work on some of the structures. We are out of boards now, but we are going to be cutting some more soon – to be able to use the timber that was lost here in order to rebuild and refurnish the activities,' said Archer. Archer explained they are planning to relocate the putt-putt course in the future to get it away from flood prone areas. They are also planning on bringing paddle boating back at some point in the not-too-distant future. One project that he is looking into is the possibility of opening a visitor center at Glenwood in the old Clay Cabin that has not been used in a while. 'Every generation for the past 50 plus years has enjoyed Glenwood Park. It is almost a vacation spot for a lot of people who have limited travel opportunities,' added Archer. Replacing the reservoir is one project that will be pushed back for a few years. The buildup of excess algae is one thing that continues to be a problem for this lake. Why is Easter hardly on the same Sunday? 'Glenwood Public Service District has already got out and started the fight against the algae that grows on top of it. So, we are getting an early start on it this year as we haven't done that in the past,' said Archer. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
