The Trumpet

A kickoff to homecoming week; Homecoming serenades

A kickoff to homecoming week; Homecoming serenades

Matthew Barsch, Contributing Writer September 21, 2023

West Liberty University (WLU) has been celebrating their annual homecoming this past week. Serenades took place on Tuesday, Sept. 19 in College hall at 9 p.m. This event let's homecoming court participants...

West Liberty University mourns the loss of Gary E. West

West Liberty University mourns the loss of Gary E. West

Kai Harris, Contributing Writer September 21, 2023

On Sunday Sept. 3, Gary West who was the largest benefactor for West Liberty University (WLU) passed away at the age of 86. West was a businessman and Wheeling native. Every student and alumni of West...

WLU sexual assault awareness events

WLU sexual assault awareness events

Aaron York, Contributing Writer April 11, 2023

        April is commemorated as the sexual assault awareness month. With sexual assault becoming an increasing concern in the world, many students may want to educate themselves about how they...

Local high schools participate in honors band

Local high schools participate in honors band

Lillian Back, Contributing Writer March 30, 2023

On March 21, The West Liberty University (WLU) Music Department held an honors festival for local high school students who are accelerated in their instrumental skills and voice.    The honors...

April mental health events

April mental health events

Aaron York, Contributing Writer March 25, 2023

Mental health concerns have grown increasingly rampant in recent years, and college students are definitely no exception from this. It is not uncommon for a student to be acquainted with someone who may...

Topper idol: results!

Topper idol: results!

Brooke Shepherd, Contributing Writer March 10, 2023

   After four weeks of intense competition, Topper Idol has come to an end, and we have a winner! Topper Idol is a singing competition inspired by the reality Television show “American Idol.” The...

Mental health celebration

Mental health celebration

Lillian Back, Contributing Writer March 6, 2023

On March 1, West Liberty University (WLU) held a Mental Health Celebration in the Union Ballroom. The event ran from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with speakers and presentations given. This event was a creation of...

Topper idol: week 3 recap

Topper idol: week 3 recap

Brooke Shepherd, Contributing Writer February 27, 2023

Kicking off the Spring 2023 semester with one of the most anticipated annual events here at West Liberty University, Topper Idol! Topper Idol is a singing competition inspired by the reality television...

Tessa Ullom and Macie Roy accompanied by Professor Maskey during the conference portion of the competition.

WLU students take home first place in WVSHRM competition

Haley Blakemore, Graphic Designer/Photographer November 29, 2022

West Liberty University students competing in the annual West Virginia State Council for the Society for Human Resource Management (WVSHRM) Classic Case Competition took home first place. Macie Roy, a...

Marketing major Braidyn Reed, Dr. Vishakha Maskey, and Professor Tina DeWitt outside the Topper Thrift Store

WLU Topper Thrift Welcomes All Students

Anna Johnston, Writer November 29, 2022

The Topper Thrift Store located on the first floor of Main Hall officially opened its doors this semester and is looking to continue its growth moving into the spring. Available items start as low as $1...

WLU Participates in Upward Bound Program to support low-income students

Anna Johnston, Writer November 15, 2022

At the start of this month, it was announced that the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission will be the recipient of two Upward Bound Math and Science Grants. These grants are designed to help...

From left: Jenna Maguire, contributing writer for The Trumpet, pictured next to Thomas Cervone, search committee chairman and BOG member.

Presidential Search Committee actively searches for candidates

Jenna Maguire November 1, 2022

The 2022 West Liberty University’s Presidential Search Committee is in full swing in their pursuit of West Liberty University’s (WLU) 38th president by searching for a professional search firm. The...

Load More Stories

Comments (0)

All The Trumpet Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest
Activate Search
News