Bluefield State University student Michael Acheampong’s career goal is to work as a software engineer. Acheampong, originally from Kumasi, Ghana, completed a BSU Project Success paid internship as an Information Technology technician in the BSU Computer Science Department. Under the supervision of the University’s Network Administrator, Chris Shrader, the Bluefield State Computer Science major gained…
Bluefield State University has received formal notification that it has earned full reaffirmation of accreditation from the Institutional Actions Council (IAC) of the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). In taking this action, the IAC considered materials from the most recent evaluation findings. HLC is a regional accrediting body of degree-granting higher education institutions in an 18-state…
Bluefield State University’s Alternative Teacher Certification program provides an accelerated pathway for aspiring teachers to earn a teaching license and launch their careers in education. “The program is endorsed by the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDOE) and involves completing two online courses,” noted Dr. Terene Stiltner, BSC Teacher Education Director. She explained that the…
Wyoming County Career and Technical Center (WCCTC) students now can earn 14 college credits while completing specific courses at the Center, then move seamlessly into the Bluefield State College Criminal Justice program. Through a recently approved Articulation Agreement including BSC, the Wyoming County Board of Education, and the Wyoming County Career and Technical Center, qualifying…
Bluefield State College has reversed a decade-long decline in enrollment and, over the past three years, the College has become West Virginia’s fastest-growing public institution of higher education. Earlier this month, Dr. Ted Lewis addressed a national audience of college administrators at the annual American Association of Community Colleges Conference in New York City. …
Raleigh County Academy of Careers and Technology (ACT) students now can earn 14 college credits while completing specific courses at the Academy, then move seamlessly into the Bluefield State College Criminal Justice program. Through a recently approved Articulation Agreement between BSC, Raleigh County Public Schools, and Raleigh County ACT, qualifying Raleigh County ACT students who…
The 239 students in the Bluefield State College Class of 2022 had the opportunity to experience and celebrate the milestone achievement of their graduation during the College’s 125th Commencement program on April 30 at Mitchell Stadium in Bluefield. Following the processional and the PikeView High School JROTC cadets’ posting of the colors, BSC…
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Student Chapter at Bluefield State College recently participated in the ASCE Virginia’s Conference Student Symposium and Competition at Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA. Bluefield State College students placed second in the Surveying category. The Virginia’s Student Conference is comprised of nine schools, including Bluefield State College, Marshall…
BSC Faculty Member a Panelist for #WVSolutions Seekers Conference More than 200 students from southern West Virginia high schools, colleges and training and training programs participated in the second virtual #WVSolutions Seekers Student Leadership Conference. Bluefield State College faculty member Dr. Michelle Taylor joined other professional panelists as they described how students can enjoy…
Rebecca “Becky” Crabtree won’t let the echoes fade. The Bluefield State College graduate and author inspired a B-State Honors College Speakers Series audience with stories of the lives and legacies of Dr. Henry Lake Dickason and Dr. William Robertson. Crabtree, a Monroe County educator, has authored extensively-researched biographies of Dickason, who was BSC President…
Bluefield State College student Patrice Sterling has been selected to participate in the New Technologists innovation academy. The virtual academy was developed for first- and second-year college students interested in pursuing degrees in technology. Sterling is one of 100 students chosen from the 2000 plus applicants for this year’s paid internship program, created through…
Bluefield State College will receive $300 thousand in Community Project Funding to train more healthcare workers. President Biden recently signed the FY 2022 appropriations omnibus package, which included funding for $241 million in direct spending measures across West Virginia. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted in favor of…
An internship program established at Walmart will provide a “living laboratory” opportunity for students in the W. Paul Cole, Jr. School of Business at Bluefield State College. Through the program, BSC students will participate in the Walmart Management Training Program. “It’s a tremendous opportunity for BSC students majoring in Business,” noted Marviene Johnson, the College’s…
Sarah Ponder is a trailblazer. The Bluefield State alumna recently shared her story with an audience of BSC students, employees, and community members during the College’s celebration of National Women’s History Month through the “Celebration of Women,” sponsored by WV GEAR UP and the Bluefield State Peer Mentors organization. Ponder, the first African-American female Conductor…
A Bluefield High School and Bluefield State alumnus, Brandon Jones, MSN, RN, CEN, NEA-BC has been elected by his Board of Nursing colleagues to begin his term as President of the Virginia Board of Nursing. Jones began serving on the board following gubernatorial appointment in 2019. Working along with board staff, the Board of Nursing…