Office of the President
Guiding WVU's land-grant mission, advancing our state, and continuing a tradition of academic excellence.
Spotlight
WVU's Twenty-Seventh
President
Michael T. Benson
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My 30-year career in public higher education has prepared me for this singular opportunity, and I wish to thank the Board of Governors for the trust they have placed in me and hope to earn that same level of trust and support from the entire WVU community.
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From Golden Sands to Gold and Blue: Meet Michael T. Benson, 27th president of WVU
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Michael T. Benson never planned on trading beach breezes for the hills of Morgantown. But life—and leadership—has a way of pulling people toward places where they’re most needed.
Recent News
WVU President Solidifies Leadership Team with New Hires, Proven University Professionals
Drawing on expertise from both inside and outside of West Virginia University, President Michael T. Benson is shaping his core leadership team to work together across the WVU System by incorporating fresh ideas with institutional knowledge.