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

D&E’s BSU Leaders Set Goals for Celebrating Diversity

Officers of the Davis & Elkins College Black Student Union are ready to step up leadership efforts on campus and in the community after attending the REACH Conference at West Virginia University. The […]

October 12, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Forward Magazine – Summer / Fall 2022

October 11, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins Student Raising Awareness for Indigenous Peoples Day

As many across the nation celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day today, one Davis & Elkins College student wants to educate others on the values and culture of Native Americans. Freshman Tre Turner is spreading […]

October 10, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

Davis & Elkins College celebrated Homecoming last weekend. I met so many alumni who returned to their alma mater with a sparkle in their eye to step foot back on this beloved campus […]

October 6, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Amphitheatre Ready for Coronation Ceremonies

October 5, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Country on Campus Free Concert Closes Out Forest Festival Saturday

The Country on Campus tour featuring Thomas Mac, Lauren Weintraub and Sarah Allison Turner in a live acoustic performance is coming to Davis & Elkins College Saturday, Oct. 8 as part of the […]

October 4, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins Men’s Soccer Jumps to No. 1 National Ranking

The Davis & Elkins men’s soccer team is riding a seven-win unbeaten streak so far this season and after garnering national attention last season, head coach Dean Johnson’s Senators are quickly gaining respect […]

September 27, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E Honoring Allen, Alumni in Annual Founders’ Day Ceremony

Davis & Elkins College will honor three alumni and a member of the College’s Board of Trustees for their achievements and contributions in the annual Founders’ Day convocation at 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. […]

September 27, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E Set to Host Homecoming and Family Weekend

After a two-year absence, Davis & Elkins College will return to an in-person Homecoming & Family Weekend with events planned Friday, Sept. 30 through Sunday, Oct. 2 for alumni, families and friends. Highlighting […]

September 26, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

With Davis & Elkins College’s Homecoming only a week away, I wish to celebrate another special homecoming that occurred this past August. A D&E graduate and student-athlete returned to his alma mater to […]

September 22, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Steel Placement at Amphitheatre Tops off Preparations for Mountain State Forest Festival

A large crane hoisted steel roof trusses Tuesday for placement at the Citizens Bank of West Virginia Amphitheatre at Davis & Elkins College. The near-end phase of construction topped off preparations for the […]

September 21, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Gribble Named to Davis & Elkins College Faculty

Melanie Gribble has been appointed instructor of education at Davis & Elkins College. Beginning with the fall 2022 semester, she is teaching courses in the College’s recently added special education major including Behavior […]

September 16, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications