The Senator Daily

Reflecting Along The Journey, November 2026

Knowing your worth is gratifying. Having the world recognize it is affirming. Two recently published reports affirm what alumni and friends of Davis & Elkins College have long known. Nevertheless, it is always […]
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Davis & Elkins College Generates Estimated $63.8 Million Economic Impact

ELKINS, W.Va. — Davis & Elkins College generates an estimated $63.8 million in statewide economic output and supports approximately 530 jobs, according to a 2025 economic impact report from West Virginia Independent Colleges […]
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Davis & Elkins College Celebrates Transformational Gifts During Homecoming

ELKINS, W.Va. — Davis & Elkins College dedicated the Nestor Family Lounge & Patio at Gribble Hall and unveiled the newly named Mike Ross Family Foundation Freshman Village on Sept. 25, honoring two […]

President Chris A. Wood Signs Five-Year Contract Extension

The Davis & Elkins College Board of Trustees has announced a five-year contract extension for President Chris A. Wood, securing his continued leadership through the 2031 academic year.
Davis & Elkins College Celebrates Transformational Gifts During Homecoming

Garlick Appointed Vice President for Student Life

Davis & Elkins College President Chris A. Wood has announced the appointment of Kate Garlick as Vice President for Student Life.
President Chris A. Wood Signs Five-Year Contract Extension

D&E Makes History with Launch of First Graduate Program – Master’s in Sport Management Coming Fall 2026

Davis & Elkins College will mark a new milestone in fall 2026 with the launch of its first graduate program, a Master of Science in Sport Management, designed for students who want to move quickly into leadership roles in athletics, coaching and the business of sport.
Garlick Appointed Vice President for Student Life

Clinical Rotation Advice for Nursing Students from Davis & Elkins College

Clinical rotation feels like a maze to many nursing students. Navigating through the complexities of real-world healthcare settings is no small feat. Below, Davis & Elkins College aims to simplify the process, offering […]

June 5, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Alumna Returns to D&E as Member of Rustic Mechanicals 2024 Thundering Hearts Tour

Davis & Elkins College alumna Kyia McGill has been cast as a member of the Rustic Mechanicals “Thundering Hearts Tour.” The troupe, amid their summer West Virginia Shakespeare in the Park(s) outdoor tour, […]

June 4, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Alumnus Serves as Keynote Speaker during 2024 Friendship Walk

Davis & Elkins College alumnus Clay Weintraub was one of two keynote speakers during the Closing Ceremony of the 2024 Best Buddies Friendship Walk on April 27 at the National Mall in Washington, […]

May 31, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Mental Health Resources for Nursing Students: A Guide by Davis & Elkins College

Nursing students face unique challenges that can take a toll on their mental health, from the rigorous demands of their academic programs to the emotional stress of clinical rotations. Historically, the importance of […]

May 29, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E Celebrates Top Bachelor of Arts and Science Graduates with Highest Academic Achievements

Davis & Elkins College recognized the graduating Class’s Valedictorian and Salutatorian on Saturday, May 11, during Commencement Weekend. Valedictorian, Enrique José García García, and Salutatorian, Kyia Ruth McGill, addressed the Class of 2024 […]

May 28, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Finding the Right Nursing Program for Your Future

Deciding on a nursing program can feel like navigating through an endless maze of options, each promising the path to becoming a skilled nurse. Yet, not all paths are paved equally. Some lead […]

May 22, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Students Achieve High Academic Honors for Spring 2024

Davis & Elkins College has released the president’s and dean’s list for the Spring 2024 semester. The President’s list includes all full-time students who earned a 4.0 grade point average for the semester, […]

May 21, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Former Alderson Broaddus Students Recognized at D&E Commencement Weekend

Former students of Alderson Broaddus (AB) University were recognized during Baccalaureate Services and Commencement Events at Davis & Elkins College last weekend. Transferring graduates were encouraged to participate in all weekend activities pertaining […]

May 16, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

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 […]

May 16, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

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 […]

May 16, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Resources for NCLEX Exam Preparation: Guidance from Davis & Elkins 

Navigating the ocean of resources for exam preparation can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. On the one hand, you have textbooks thicker than your college dictionary; on the other, […]

May 15, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Holds Special Graduation for Student Athlete

Davis & Elkins College will recognize student-athlete Matin Eisa in a special Commencement Ceremony on Monday, May 13, at 10:00 a.m. in the Myles Center for the Arts Harper-McNeely Auditorium. Eisa, majoring in […]

May 9, 2024 D&E Marketing & Communications