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WVU president issues call to ‘think big’ in first State of the University address
With a “Let’s Go!” that served as a rallying cry for the West Virginia University community, President Michael T. Benson highlighted the profound power and potential of WVU during his first State of the University address Monday (Oct. 13).
The Benson Connection: Let’s welcome fall!
With the end of September in sight, President Michael T. Benson is out in classrooms and residence halls, on sidelines and bike trails, and following country roads wherever they take him to spread the good news about West Virginia University.
WVU President Michael T. Benson's Big Decisions
From family to career, WVU President Benson opens up about the moments that shaped his life.
Gazette-Mail editorial: WVU's Benson says recruiting is key to rebuild
Recruiting is the key to WVU’s comeback, according to President Michael T. Benson.
Taylor Eaton sits down with new WVU President Michael Benson
New WVU President Michael Benson sits down with Taylor Eaton to talk about surprises, challenges, and what’s next for Mountaineer Nation.
VIDEO: Meet WVU President Michael Benson
What’s next for WVU? Michael Benson offers insight into his plans in this video introduction.
Meeting WVU’s 27th president Michael T. Benson
WVU’s new leader has arrived. Meet Michael T. Benson.
The Benson Connection: Let’s build momentum!
As September begins and we all settle fully into the fall semester, President Michael T. Benson is updating faculty and staff about his latest adventures — on campus and elsewhere.
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.
3 guys Before The Game – President Michael Benson and Wren Baker Visit (Episode 650)
President Benson and Vice President and Athletic Director Wren Baker are hosted by the "3 guys Before the Game" podcast to talk about the present and future of WVU Athletics.
The Benson Connection: Let’s start strong!
Ahead of the start of Welcome Week Thursday (Aug. 14) and the first day of classes on Aug. 20, President Michael T. Benson is issuing a rallying cry to University faculty and staff.
New WVU President Michael T. Benson sees ‘blue sky’ ahead
President Benson does an interview with journalist, Maddie Aikens, from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
The 'Welcome Home' Tour
WVU President Michael T. Benson gets his first taste of the Mountain State. Follow his journey as he meets with proud West Virginians and experiences our culture.
WVU Hires Proven Admissions Leader to Oversee Student Enrollment
Making a key leadership decision in the early days of his administration, West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson is announcing the hiring of Fabrizio D’Aloisio as vice president for WVU Enrollment Management.
A Conversation with President Michael T. Benson and Tony Caridi
President Benson meets with renowned sportscaster Tony Caridi.
WVU launches provost search
West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson announced the start of the search for a provost and vice president for academic affairs — the University’s chief academic officer responsible for the administration of all academic policies, programs, facilities and budgetary matters — on Monday (Aug. 4).