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UNC's Meighen named next Concord University president

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UNC's Meighen named next Concord University president

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Bethany Meighen, who graduated from and previously served in several leadership roles at the University of Charleston, has been named Concord University’s next president.See the Story

Concord University Esports ends fifth year with a record-breaking season

Athens · Athens

Concord University Esports ends fifth year with a record-breaking season

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ATHENS, WV (WVNS) -- Concord University announced that Concord University Esports' fifth year ended with a record-breaking season. According to a press release, Concord University's Esports team qualified for both the Collegiate Esports Commissioners Cup May Madness Tournament in Arlington, Texas, and the National Esports Collegiate Conference May Madness tournament in San Antonio, after a record-breaking season in their fifth year. Mercer …See the Story

Wainwright sets new school record in 12-2 win at Concord - Lenoir-Rhyne University Athletics

Athens · Athens

Wainwright sets new school record in 12-2 win at Concord - Lenoir-Rhyne University Athletics

ATHENS, WV - There is a new single-season home run king at Lenoir-Rhyne, and his name is Mackenzie Wainwright. The slugger from Ohio hit his 19th home run in the third inning of LR's 12-2 win at Concord on Tuesday, breaking the record of 18 set by Tyler McPeak just two years ago. That home run also doubled as LR's 100th long ball of the year.See the Story

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Hilltoppers Split Doubleheader With Concord; In A Pair Of Extra Inning Games - West Liberty University Athletics

ATHENS, W.Va. — In a roller coaster opener to Friday's doubleheader, West Liberty dropped a heartbreaker to Concord, 7-6, after a late rally by the Mountain Lions in the bottom of the ninth.See the Story

Athens · Athens

Concord University welcomes three presidential finalists to campus

Concord University has welcomed the three finalists in its presidential search to The Campus Beautiful recently. The Presidential Search Committee intends to continue its research and send its recommendations to the Board of Governors. They will deliberate on the recommendation at their upcoming April meeting with the intention to announce the school’s 13th president by […]See the Story

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Concord University Research Festival to Feature Dr. James Ingram as Guest Speaker

ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Concord University will welcome Dr. James Ingram, Associate Professor at Northern Arizona University, as the guest speaker for the 2025 Research Festival on Friday, April 18. The event will take place in the Jean & Jerry L. Beasley Student Center’s State Room and Ballroom. Dr. Ingram’s research focuses on supporting teens with disabilities as they transition from structured school environments into adulthood. His keynote…See the Story

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Toppers Drop Doubleheader At Concord - West Liberty University Athletics

ATHENS, W.Va. – A tough fifth inning proved costly for West Liberty in the opening game of its doubleheader against Concord, as the Hilltoppers fell 8-0 on Sunday.See the Story

Athens · Athens

Concord University welcomes three finalists to campus

ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) — Concord University has welcomed the three finalists in its presidential search to The Campus Beautiful over the last week. The Presidential Search Committee intends to continue its research and send its recommendations to the Board of Governors. They will deliberate on the recommendation at their upcoming April meeting with the intention to announce the school’s 13th president by April 30. Beginning March 19, Concord’s s…See the Story

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Concord University Seeking Students Interested in Computer Science, Chemistry, and Geosciences for Prestigious NSF Scholarship

ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Over the next three years, nineteen incoming students at Concord University will be awarded four-year scholarships for as much as $60,000 ($15,000 per year). Scholars will also receive a computer and additional career-focused enrichment activities to support their academic and social growth through graduation – thanks to a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to Concord University. Concord Universi…See the Story

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Concord University preparing for the Kevin O’Sullivan Classic 5k

Athens, WV (WOAY) – Concord University is preparing for an annual fundraising event. The 10th Annual Kevin O’Sullivan Classic 5k happens on Saturday March 22, 2025, at 10 a.m. The event raises money for the Five Aces Scholarship Fund at Concord University. The Five Aces Scholarship Fund was started by the late Kevin O’Sullivan – along with several other educators at Concord University in the early 80’s to assist deserving students in need. Many …See the Story

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Bluefield High School and Greenbrier East High School advance to 2025 Academic Showdown finale

ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Sixteen teams gathered in Athens today for the Region 5 competition of the 2025 Academic Showdown, hosted by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and Concord University (CU). Bluefield High School Team 1, from Mercer County, took first place, while Greenbrier East High School Team 1, from Greenbrier County, claimed second, earning both teams a spot in the finale at the West Virginia Culture Center in Charlest…See the Story