Bluefield State University will honor the Class of 1976 with a 50th anniversary “Golden Class” celebration during commencement weekend, May 15–16, bringing alumni back to campus for a series of special events recognizing their legacy and impact. The milestone celebration highlights the enduring contributions of the Class of 1976 to the institution, then known as…
Bluefield State University welcomed the next generation of healthcare professionals during its Second Annual JumpStart Nursing Program Signing Ceremony at the BSU Medical Education Center, formally recognizing students who have committed to beginning their nursing education through the university’s Associate Degree Nursing program. The JumpStart Program provides high school seniors with early acceptance into the…
Two Bluefield State University students were featured during the 2026 Research Day at the Capitol on Feb. 19, highlighting undergraduate biomedical research conducted on the university’s campus. Research posters representing the work of Jaida Rodenberry and Damiesha Greene, students in the laboratory of Dr. Tesfaye Belay, were presented during the event’s poster session at the…
Bluefield State University has been awarded $1,105,000 in Community Project Funding through the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education to support critical campus security upgrades. The funding was secured with the support of U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito and U.S. Senator Jim Justice. The award will enhance campus safety infrastructure through upgrades…
Bluefield State University Community Health nursing students are partnering this semester with the Ohio State University College of Nursing as part of the national Million Hearts initiative, a public health effort aimed at preventing one million heart attacks and strokes over five years. Led by Cheryl Belcher, Professor of Nursing at Bluefield State University, the…
Bluefield State University will observe Black History Month 2026 with a series of educational and community-focused programs throughout February, organized by the University’s Black History Committee. Black History Month Events: Saturday, Feb. 7: Thursday, Feb. 13: Saturday, Feb. 21: Saturday, Feb. 28: Friday, March 6: Throughout February, banners honoring individuals who have made significant local…
Bluefield State University significantly outpaced state and national enrollment trends this fall, posting one of the strongest and most diversified growth rates among West Virginia’s four-year public institutions, according to data released by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission. The Fall 2025 enrollment report shows modest growth across West Virginia’s public four-year institutions, with…
Bluefield State University has been named one of the Top Five colleges in West Virginia by Research.com in its 2025 to 2026 Best Colleges in West Virginia ranking. This recognition places Bluefield State among a select group of institutions that deliver strong value, meaningful outcomes, and accessible opportunities for students across the state. Research.com’s rankings…
Bluefield State University and the Appalachian School of Law have launched a new 3+3 Accelerated Law Degree Program, offering students a faster and more affordable path to earning both a bachelor’s degree and a law degree. The partnership was formalized on Thursday, November 13, during a signing ceremony in Bluefield State’s Brown-Gilbert Basic Science Building….
Bluefield State University joined institutions across the country this week in celebrating National First-Generation College Student Week, honoring the determination and achievements of students, faculty, and staff who are the first in their families to pursue higher education. A special panel discussion held Wednesday on campus featured Bluefield State faculty and staff who are first-generation…
Bluefield State University welcomed students and educators from seven area high schools for the thirteenth annual Humanities Challenge on Wednesday, October 29, marking the event’s largest and most spirited competition to date. Fourteen teams, each with three members, competed in a full day of quiz-bowl style rounds that tested knowledge across literature, history, philosophy, fine…
Members of the West Virginia Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Education visited Bluefield State University on Monday, November 3, for a campus tour and discussions highlighting the university’s record enrollment growth, expanding academic programs, and facility improvements that support workforce development across southern West Virginia. The visit coincided with legislative interim meetings held at Pipestem…
Bluefield State University has been named a Fulbright Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Institutional Leader for 2025, marking the fifth time the university has received this recognition from the U.S. Department of State. The annual designation recognizes HBCUs with exceptional engagement in the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government’s flagship international academic exchange initiative that…
Bluefield State University honored the life and legacy of long-time nursing professor Dr. Bernadette Dragich with a memorial service held Friday, September 12, at 1 p.m. in the Medical Education Center’s Nursing Department. Dr. Dragich, who served as a dedicated member of the Bluefield State nursing faculty for more than 20 years, was remembered by…
Bluefield State University announced today that its Fall 2025 enrollment has reached the highest level in ten years, continuing a trend of steady growth since the COVID-19 pandemic. This fall, overall enrollment stands at 1,442 students, reflecting a nearly 10% increase compared to last year. The surge is especially pronounced among new students. First-time freshmen…