All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Higher Learning Commission Extends Wesleyan’s Accreditation

BUCKHANNON – The Institutional Action Council of the Higher Learning Commission has continued the accreditation of West Virginia Wesleyan College through 2029-2030. The HLC is one of six regional accreditors of post-secondary educational institutions in the United States, and covers the nineteen-state North Central region. 

Accreditation from the HLC is based upon five main criteria: institutional mission, ethical and responsible conduct, provided quality, responsibility of quality, and institutional effectiveness, resources, and planning.

“Our entire campus community contributed to this critically important project. It spanned multiple years, and is the culmination of a lot of hard work by a lot of people.” stated Dean of the Faculty and Chief Academics Officer James Moore. “We are so excited to have received a total reaffirmation of our accreditation and to have been afforded the chance to move from HLC’s Standard Pathway to its Open Pathway, which is reserved for institutions that have successfully undertaken two consecutive visits.”

In addition to the extension of accreditation from the HLC, the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission also issued its annual reauthorization for Wesleyan to confer degrees in the State of West Virginia earlier this summer. The College will begin its Fall 2020 semester virtually on Monday August 17, and will announce an update regarding the remainder of the semester on Friday August 28. 

Share this story:

RECENT Stories

Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for June 2, 2025

Buckhannon’s latest updates include free pool admission for school staff, online ‘Mamma Mia!’ ticket sales, a historic restaurant grant campaign, a student scholarship finalist, a new care facility opening, a charity golf scramble, and a community art show.

Buckhannon man faces five charges after allegedly fleeing from crash while drunk

Kenneth Ray Johnson of Buckhannon was arrested after allegedly fleeing a crash and now faces five charges, including DUI, possession of marijuana, and driving while revoked following prior DUI convictions.

City of Buckhannon calendar for the week of June 2, 2025

Buckhannon city officials have announced this week’s schedule of public meetings, recycling pickups, summer events such as Festival Fridays, upcoming bid opportunities, utility bill information, and a proposed zoning amendment for resident consideration.

Mary Ellen Corder

Mary Ellen Corder, 92, a longtime Buckhannon resident, homemaker, and member of Reger Chapel United Methodist Church, passed away at her home May 28 with funeral services scheduled for June 5.

Buckhannon City Council Agenda: June 5, 2025

The Buckhannon City Council has released the agenda for its upcoming meeting on June 5, 2025.

Community Corrections Board hiring part-time case aide in Upshur and Lewis counties

The Community Corrections Board is hiring a part-time Case Aide in Upshur or Lewis counties to assist with client supervision and office duties, with applications due by June 13, 2025.

Schedule set for WVSSAC state baseball tournament

Sixteen high school teams will compete in the inaugural four-class WVSSAC state baseball tournament at GoMart Ballpark in Charleston June 5-7, with semifinals on Thursday and Friday and championships on Saturday.

Paws and Pollen: Buckhannon Animal Clinic shares allergy tips for happier, healthier pets

During allergy season in north central West Virginia,the Buckhannon Animal Clinic advises pet owners to watch for symptoms, use preventative care, and consult veterinarians to manage pets’ seasonal allergies and related issues.
Charles W. Gibson Public Library

Charles W. Gibson Library’s 2025 summer reading program to “Color Our World” with crafts, creativity, and community

The Charles W. Gibson Public Library is launching its 2025 Summer Reading Program, “Color Our World,” offering themed reading logs, creative crafts, and interactive activities for all ages to encourage community engagement and summer learning.

Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for June 1, 2025

This week’s Buckhannon Banter highlights include upcoming community events like a farm dinner, a school device policy update, and expanded yard sale, library, and volunteer initiatives.

WVWC Planetarium shows return for summer

The West Virginia Wesleyan College Planetarium is reopening to the public this summer with monthly shows featuring educational presentations, night sky tours, and telescope observing, with proceeds benefiting facility maintenance and free educational programs.

Buckhannon Banter: Get the local lowdown for May 30, 2025

Recent Buckhannon news highlights include FMG’s donations to emergency services and VIPS, local workshops, community events, leadership program applications, summer youth opportunities and more.