Getting to Know Kalen Hunter, a “40 under 40” Honoree

We caught up with Hunter to hear about her journey in economic development and what initiatives she’s busy leading today.

It’s the season to fall for UVA Wise

October at UVA Wise brings longer and richer fall colors. UVA Wise Associate Professor of Biology Wally Smith credits the month-long fall color season to the range of high to lower elevations in and around the College’s home, Wise County.

UVA Wise Hosts First Teaching in Appalachia Conference, Acclaimed Novelist Silas House Among Speakers

The daylong conference will be held on Oct. 22 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the David J. Prior Convocation Center. The conference is focused on providing Appalachian-area teachers with relevant resources for immediate use in their classrooms.

UVA Wise Paves Way for Easy, No-Cost College Admissions Acceptance

A student’s path to apply and get accepted to UVA Wise has never been easier, quicker or more affordable.

Coalfield Development Corporation, UVA Wise and regional partners host first Appalachian Social Enterprise Summit

The one-day summit which will be held Oct. 4 at Marshall University in Huntington, W.Va. features two UVA Wise students who will pitch their entrepreneur business projects.

SGA President Kallie Berry: Making the Most of UVA Wise

Meet Kallie Berry, UVA Wise’s 2022-23 Student Government Association (SGA) President.

UVA Wise’s Crockett Award Honors President James E. Ryan

UVA Wise has named UVA President Jim Ryan as this year’s recipient of the Crockett Award, given to an individual who has made significant advances in strengthening the relationship between the two institutions.

UVA Wise Celebrates the Haunted Arts in October

No matter the level of scary you desire you’ll find the perfect haunted event all month long this October showcasing the talents of UVA Wise students.

UVA Wise Honors Community Advocate and Black History Preservationist Sandra Jones

During Homecoming weekend, more than 100 friends, family, UVA staff and faculty crowded around the curved concrete bench overlooking the Plaza by the Lake and fountain to celebrate Jones’ continuing legacy.

UVA Wise In-State Students to Receive Tuition Credit

UVA Wise announced today in-state students will receive a $182 credit for the 2022-23 academic year. The one-time tuition credit was approved Friday by the University’s Board of Visitors.

UVA Wise Mascot Featured in New College Sports Book

Smiddy, the University of Virginia’s College at Wise’s mascot, recently made his literary debut.

UVA Wise Celebrates New Cadets this fall

Business, justice and psychology are a few of the majors that newly minted Army ROTC cadets at UVA Wise are pursuing this fall.