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West Liberty University Announces Plans to Reopen Campus for Fall Semester

West Liberty University Announces Plans to Reopen Campus for Fall Semester

Media Relations April 30, 2020

                  West Liberty University plans to have in-seat classes for Fall 2020 and reopen its main campus and Highlands Center location, along with housing and dining services.    ...

Lady Toppers prepare to hit the hardwood for new season

November 8, 2017

By Kendrick Jackson, Advertising Manager   The Lady Hilltoppers will see a notable change to its bench this upcoming season as Hall of Fame coach, Lynn Ullom, decided to step down as head coach after...

West Liberty rolls Concord on senior day

October 28, 2017

By Cody Shook, Sports Editor It was a cold and rainy one on the Hilltop for senior day, as West Liberty University took on the Concord Mountain Lions in a Mountain East Conference match-up. The Hilltoppers...

Great play for men’s golf at MEC Tournament

Great play for men’s golf at MEC Tournament

October 23, 2017

By Kendrick Jackson, Advertising Manager   West Liberty University men’s golf team finished runners-up in the Mountain East Conference Championship Tournament last week. Senior Mike Rogers finished...

‘As it is in Heaven’ offers a unique experience

October 15, 2017

By Sammie Stewart, Contributing Writer   On Oct. 5, the first showing of “As It Is in Heaven” premiered in Kelly Theater. The whole run of the show is being dedicated to Julie Alderfer, who was a...

Toppers past and present gear up for Homecoming

Toppers past and present gear up for Homecoming

October 13, 2017

By Emily Salvatori, Assistant Editor Homecoming returns to the hilltop this year on Oct. 14 with many fun events happening all week, bringing the campus community together and allowing both students and...

Serenades kicks off Homecoming week in College Hall

Serenades kicks off Homecoming week in College Hall

October 10, 2017

By Emily Salvatori, Assistant Editor Serenades, a popular Homecoming event, kicked off the week tonight at 9 p.m. in College Hall. The MC of the night was Adam Croasmun as Serenity Sparkle, who opened...

Fall Festival kicks off this weekend in West Liberty

September 29, 2017

By Yijing Shen, Contributing Writer  The annual Fall Festival will take place on Sept. 30 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Town Hall, located on Van Meter Way. Fall Festival is an annual event in West Liberty...

West Liberty women’s tennis season off to a hot start

September 29, 2017

By Ana Berbel, Distribution Manager  West Liberty University’s women’s tennis have kicked off their season strong. The team had previously won 8-1 and 9-0 against Grove City College and Shepherds...

Toppers seek win against streaking Falcons 

Toppers seek win against streaking Falcons 

September 28, 2017

By Josh Smith, Contributing Writer   After a tough loss against the University of Virginia Wise last weekend, the West Liberty Hilltoppers are hoping to find a solid rhythm as they head into the middle...

Women’s soccer hits the road to take on Notre Dame

September 22, 2017

By Kendrick Jackson, Advertising Manager   As Notre Dame (Ohio) tries to avoid their first loss of the season, Urbana will look for only its second win. West Liberty is about to encounter the tale of...

Hilltopper football looking for big win at UVA-Wise 

Hilltopper football looking for big win at UVA-Wise 

September 22, 2017

By Cody Shook, Sports Editor   The West Liberty football team will travel to Wise, Va. to take on the Cavaliers of UVA-Wise in a Mountain East Conference battle. The game is scheduled for a 1:30 p.m....

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