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

Halloween Gift Orders Hit Record High as D&E Prepares for Pumpkin Fest

Elkins – As the warm days and cool nights help Mother Nature change into her colorful cloak across the mountains, autumn activities are offering a time of enjoyment for Davis & Elkins College […]

October 23, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

Dear College Community, As a cacophony is a discordant mixture of sounds, the year 2020 has been the equivalent for our life experiences. Coronavirus, elections, and economic worries among others have added to the […]

October 22, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E Writers’ Series Will Feature McElmurray

Elkins – Karen Salyer McElmurray, an award-winning fiction and creative nonfiction writer, has been selected as the feature writer for the 22nd annual D&E Writers’ Series, Tuesday, October 27 and Wednesday, October 28. […]

October 21, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Honored as School of the Week by Colleges of Distinction

Every week, Colleges of Distinction highlights an outstanding institution that excels in helping students learn, grow, and succeed.  This week, they have selected Davis & Elkins College.  View the full Facebook post here.

October 21, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

U.S. News Ranks D&E in the Top 50 in Regional South Category

Elkins – Davis & Elkins College has earned several prominent positions in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges ranking. D&E achieved a score of 52 out of 100 possible points […]

October 20, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins Ranked as Most Selective College in West Virginia

Elkins – The financial news company 24/7 Wall St. has ranked Davis & Elkins College as the most selective school for student admissions in West Virginia. Only one college or university was ranked […]

October 15, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

Dear Campus Community, “A life of service is a life well and greatly lived.” — Omoakhuana Anthonia An era came to an end last Saturday at Davis & Elkins College. Dr. Gloria M. […]

October 15, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Service for Dr. Payne

Dear Friends: Dr. Gloria Payne, Professor Emeritus of Davis & Elkins College, passed away on Saturday, October 10. Dr. Payne was a beloved member of the college family for over 72 years, serving […]

October 15, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Traveling Commencement Ceremonies Focused on Commitment, Safety

When a small group of representatives from Davis & Elkins College hit the road to bring commencement to the Class of 2020, they had two things in mind: commitment and safety. Amid a […]

October 14, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E’s 2020 Incoming Class Gets Official Welcome

Elkins –Davis & Elkins College hosted its first ceremony on Myles Plaza Thursday with the Matriculation Convocation for the 2020 incoming class. The traditional event that serves as a welcome to the College […]

October 12, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Dr. Gloria Payne 1921-2020

Dear Campus Community: It is with a heavy heart that I share that Dr. Gloria Payne, Professor Emeritus of Davis & Elkins College, passed away Saturday evening. Dr. Payne died peacefully at her […]

October 11, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications

Finishing Touches Added to Myles Plaza

Elkins – A pair of bronze cast dancers are now poised on Myles Plaza and a glass and steel cupola crowned with a silhouette of the sculpture stands high atop the rotunda entrance […]

October 8, 2020 D&E Marketing & Communications