Press Releases

The University of Charleston received a generous $50,000 donation from the estate of Frances and Richard Rumley to establish a scholarship fund dedicated to supporting international students. Lois Ann Stanton, niece of the Rumleys, presented the gift to President Marty Roth, Executive Vice President for Enrollment Management Beth Wolfe, Vice President of Development Gail Carter, […]

The Charleston Area Alliance (CAA) and the University of Charleston (UC) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to expand, enhance, and improve educational opportunities for CAA member businesses, organizations, and their employees. Through this partnership, the Charleston Area Alliance will actively promote awareness and enrollment in UC’s degree and non-degree programs among its […]

The University of Charleston Board of Trustees has elected a new member, D.F. Mock III, Regional President-West Virginia Markets, United Bank. Mock will serve a three-year term. “The University of Charleston has long benefitted from its exceptional Board of Trustees,” said UC President Marty Roth.“They are deeply committed to the University’s success. Their advisory, network, […]

  In collaboration with WorkForce WV and other business partners, the University of Charleston has launched UC Works – a scholarship and work program that enables students to earn their degree without student loan debt. Eligible students will utilize a combination of institutional, state, and federal aid programs to cover their UC undergraduate tuition and […]

US News & World Report has listed the University of Charleston in its 2022-2023 ranking of “Best National Universities” as part of its Best College rankings, published each year. UC was also named as a “Top Performer on Social Mobility,” a ranking that determines the success of a college at “advancing social mobility by enrolling […]

For Immediate Release University of Charleston Unveils Fall 2020 Back to Campus Plan   Charleston, WV – June 23, 2021 – The University of Charleston has released its Return to Campus plan for Fall 2021. The University anticipates returning to full on-campus learning and social activities, lifting mask mandates for vaccinated students, lessening social distancing […]

UC President’s Contract Extended to June 2025.   Charleston, WV – May 15, 2021 – The University of Charleston Board of Trustees has extended the contract of its 26th president, Dr. Martin Roth. Roth has served as the school’s president since July 1, 2018. The contract will extend to June 2025. “I know I speak for […]

Abound.com Names UC one of its “2021 Top Adult Degree Programs”   Abound.com has named the University of Charleston in its “2021 Top Adult Degree Programs” listing on its website. The ranking is based on factors that cover the essential needs of the non-traditional student: accessibility, affordability, acceleration and advancement. Other factors included flexible classes […]