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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

Rereading Nature

          Henry David Thoreau famously said that he “went to the woods” because he “wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if […]

May 5, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Welcomes Keynote Speakers During Commencement Weekend

Davis & Elkins College proudly welcomes three distinguished keynote speakers during events taking place amid Commencement Weekend on Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10.  During the College’s Nurses’ Pinning Ceremony, Baccalaureate Service, […]

May 1, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

Thousands of lifelong friendships have been born on the campus of Davis & Elkins College. At a holiday dinner for international students this past December, Lisa and I met two first-year students whose […]

May 1, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

Top Nursing Career Paths and Specializations for 2025

Navigating the many nursing careers and specializations can be overwhelming. This guide will help you understand the diverse opportunities available, from entry-level roles to advanced practice specialties. Learn about the necessary qualifications, job […]

April 30, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

A Change in Direction

“Come play for me.” Hearing those words, Isabella (Bella) Martinelli changed directions. She had been prepared to start school at a small college in Wisconsin, ready to play lacrosse and major in Nursing; […]

April 28, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

Top Pediatric Nursing Specialties and Career Paths Explained

Curious about the different pediatric nursing specialties and career paths? Pediatric nursing includes diverse roles, such as neonatal care, oncology, and intensive care. This article explores these specialties and the educational pathways to […]

April 23, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

D&E Recognizes Outstanding Achievements with Academic Awards and Recognition Convocation

On Tuesday, April 15th, a wealth of students, organizations, faculty members, and additional honorees of Davis & Elkins College were presented with awards for outstanding achievements in their respective categories during the annual […]

April 23, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

The Small Things Make a Big Difference

Sometimes it’s tough to break with tradition. For Harmony Wilson, that break meant attending college somewhere other than Davis & Elkins, as three generations of her family had already gone here. “D&E was […]

April 22, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

Davis & Elkins College Receives $80,000 in Gifts to Strengthen Naylor Learning Center

    Davis & Elkins College is thrilled to announce two generous gifts totaling $80,000 to support the Naylor Learning Center, a crucial resource that helps students excel academically.  The contributions come from […]

April 17, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

Reflecting Along the Journey

At Davis & Elkins College, student success is not just a goal—it is the heart of everything we do. Often, the secret ingredient to that success is not found in a textbook or […]

April 17, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

Top Opportunities in Research Nursing: A Comprehensive Career Guide

Research nursing offers diverse career paths and significant opportunities for growth. This field allows nurses to contribute to clinical trials, advance public health, and shape future nursing practices. In this article, we’ll explore […]

April 16, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications

A More Balanced Man

Lots of children enjoy going to work with a parent—seeing what it is that they do for a living. When your father is a singer and tours with the Oak Ridge Boys, Willie […]

April 14, 2025 D&E Marketing & Communications