President’s Office

‘Tis the season of Christmas parties and open houses! Recently, Lisa and I opened the Davis & Elkins College President’s home to celebrate the holiday season with our faculty, staff, and friends of […]

As finals week approaches at Davis & Elkins College, this edition of the “Reflecting Along the Journey” column focuses on a coach and his teams that take journeying quite seriously. In fact, they […]

“The unexamined life is not worth living.”  Socrates’ words remind me of the necessity to pause and reflect among the busyness and noise of modern life.  In these moments when we unplug, retreat […]

On a recent flight I had a talkative seatmate. When she discovered I was a private college president, she brought up a subject I frequently hear. It was the same subject I discussed […]

During the 2022 commencement season, our baccalaureate speaker offered a humorous observation congratulating the student-athletes of Davis & Elkins College as the only Senators getting anything done. While I will steer clear of […]

“Blessing” is a powerful word and a life-altering concept. In our increasingly divided and sometimes toxic society, blessings, both experienced and shared, are a salve on the wounds and pain we experience in […]

“Glory to God in the highest!” This chorus from Handel’s Messiah played over and over in my mind as the crowd gathered for the dedication of our new residence hall this past Saturday. […]

Forty-five countries spanning six continents are represented in the student body of Davis & Elkins College. These international students account for twenty-one percent of our enrollment. They bring a welcome diversity to the […]

Dr. Franklin Tanner Capps is the new Benfield-Vick Chaplain at Davis & Elkins College. His appointment marks a unique collaboration between the College and Davis Medical Center, where he will also serve as […]

“Home” is a powerful concept. Except for “love,” it may be the abstract desire we most long for within our lives. For all of us fortunate enough to grow up in a loving […]

The return of students marks the end of summer’s hiatus for Davis & Elkins College. The beginning of the new academic year also signals the resumption of this weekly column I affectionately call […]

The 115th annual Commencement festivities at Davis & Elkins College are now a pleasant memory.  The class of 2024 has joined the alumni ranks and are well prepared for a life of meaning […]