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

Davis & Elkins Again Climbs in the U.S. News Best Colleges Report

For the second consecutive year, Davis & Elkins College has risen within the Regional Colleges South category to maintain a prominent position in the 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. […]

September 15, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

Our communities, our state and our nation need strong leaders, and Davis & Elkins College is committed to training them. After all, we are named for two United States senators and our tagline […]

September 15, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins Lecture Explores Propaganda of Appearances

The Morrison-Novakovic Center for Faith and Public Policy at Davis & Elkins College will present a public lecture focusing on the nature and limitations of popular propaganda at 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19 […]

September 12, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Allen Named Manager of D&E Experimental Forest

Iris Allen has been appointed forest manager in the Department of Biology and Environmental Science at Davis & Elkins College. In this role, she is developing and coordinating innovative education experiences in the […]

September 9, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

FirstEnergy Continues Support to Davis & Elkins College

The FirstEnergy Foundation is continuing its support to Davis & Elkins College by presenting a $5,000 grant award. Funded solely by FirstEnergy, the Foundation seeks to strengthen the social and economic fabric of […]

September 9, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

“Expect the Unexpected” was the theme emblazoned on T-shirts and banners welcoming our newest students to Orientation Weekend. The beginning of a new academic year signaled the annual rejuvenation of the campus and […]

September 8, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E Online Nursing Students Achieve Academic Honors

Davis & Elkins College has announced the names of students who earned the president’s list and dean’s list for the summer 2022 RN-BSN rotation. Students pursuing their degree must complete a minimum of […]

September 6, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Arnold Named Product Design Instructor at D&E

Gert Arnold has been appointed instructor of product design at Davis & Elkins College. Beginning with the fall 2022 semester he is instructing courses in product design and mathematics. Introduced in fall 2021, […]

August 29, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E Dancer Performing for Queen Elizabeth II Today

Davis & Elkins College Highland Dancer Gabby Pealer missed her first week of classes – all with good reason. The junior is representing the College and is the only American and featured dancer […]

August 17, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Students Heading to Campus for Fall Semester

Davis & Elkins College will welcome new and returning students for the fall semester this weekend with a variety of activities following the theme “Expect the Unexpected.” First-year students will check in Friday, […]

August 8, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Besten Selected for Prestigious Scholarship to Davis & Elkins College

James Besten of Bridgeport has been awarded a $10,000 per year scholarship for a total of $40,000 over four years to Davis & Elkins College after participating in Senator Leadership & Scholarship Day. […]

July 27, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications

Renovations to Amphitheatre at Davis & Elkins College Set to Begin

Leaders from Davis & Elkins College and the Randolph County community are coming together to bring new life to the College’s outdoor amphitheatre and expand usage possibilities for the structure. Work will soon […]

July 15, 2022 D&E Marketing & Communications