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鶹ƵState University and Marshall University Meet to Discuss Existing, Future Partnerships
Wed Jan 25, 2023
Marshall University President Brad Smith (left) with 鶹ƵState University President Dr. Mark Manchin during a meeting of faculty and staff from both institutions on January 20. (GSU Photo/Kristen Cosner)

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Timothy Bryan, an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Marshall University, takes part in one of the breakout sessions held at 鶹ƵState University on January 20. (GSU Photo/Kristen Cosner)
Timothy Bryan, an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Marshall University, takes part in one of the breakout sessions held at 鶹ƵState University on January 20. (GSU Photo/Kristen Cosner)

GLENVILLE, WV – Representatives from 鶹ƵState University and Marshall University met on Friday, January 20 to discuss current and potential new partnerships. The meeting took place at 鶹ƵState University and included the presidents and provosts of both institutions, academic department representatives, and others.

“鶹ƵState University and Marshall already have a fantastic working relationship and this meeting was a clear representation of that. We spent the day touring campus, reconnecting with colleagues, discussing our existing partnerships, and exploring new ways of working to meet the needs of our students here in West Virginia and beyond. I truly feel that our relationship can be a model of how smaller institutions can work with larger institutions and both reap benefits,” said 鶹ƵState University President, Dr. Mark A. Manchin.

“Marshall University recognizes the power of “we,” and we find inspiration in collaborating with our peer institutions to advance prosperity in our state. We are grateful for the partnership we have with 鶹Ƶand the possibilities we will achieve together through launching joint programs such as our nursing and health sciences efforts,” said Marshall University President, Brad Smith. “Marshall is proud to assist with launching these programs with the goal of meeting educational needs for in-demand careers across the state.”

Connie Stout O’Dell, Dean of Education at 鶹ƵState University, chats with other attendees during a meeting of faculty and staff from Marshall University and 鶹ƵState on January 20. (GSU Photo/Kristen Cosner)
Connie Stout O’Dell, Dean of Education at 鶹ƵState University, chats with other attendees during a meeting of faculty and staff from Marshall University and 鶹ƵState on January 20. (GSU Photo/Kristen Cosner)

鶹ƵState and Marshall University already have several academic program partnerships in place, including a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Master of Science in Accountancy, a Doctor of Pharmacy fast-track program, and a Professional Master of Science in Athletic Training.

“I want to thank President Smith and the entire delegation from Marshall University who visited 鶹ƵState University. We look forward to doing this again in the future,” Manchin added.

Both 鶹ƵState and Marshall University representatives agreed the day was a success. So much so that Marshall is planning to hold a reciprocal meeting on their campus in the coming months.