West Liberty University School of Nursing

05/31/2026

🩺 Externship Check-In: Meet Emily!

Hi everyone! I’m Emily and I am currently in the Accelerated Second-Degree program! This summer I am working on the Women’s Services unit! My biggest takeaway has been caring for both Mom’s and their newborns, which has been so rewarding! Plus, I get extra practice practicing my newborn assessments!

05/13/2026

Please join us in congratulating Professor Jessica Davis, Chair of the Department of Nursing at West Liberty University, on graduating from the university’s Aspire U Leadership Program!

Aspire U is designed to support and develop emerging leaders across campus, and Professor Davis’s completion of the program reflects her ongoing commitment to leadership, innovation, and excellence in nursing education.

As both a proud alumna of WLU and a dedicated faculty leader, Professor Davis continues to make a lasting impact on our students, faculty, and community. Congratulations, Professor Davis!

Read more about Aspire U Employee Leadership Program Graduates Second Cohort at WLU from the News & Media Relations Department at West Liberty University. Call 304.336.8203!

05/11/2026

What a weekend celebrating our West Liberty University BSN Class of 2026 💛

On Friday evening, our graduates took part in the long-standing nursing tradition of pinning, surrounded by the family, friends, faculty, and supporters who helped them reach this moment. The night ended with laughter, stories, pictures, and dinner shared with the people who stood beside them through exams, clinicals, caffeine, and chaos.

Then on Saturday, they officially crossed the stage as West Liberty graduates.

This class truly represents what makes our program special. Among them were student athletes balancing practices and clinicals, leaders involved in SGA and campus organizations, students who traveled from other states and even other countries to pursue nursing at WLU, and individuals who overcame challenges most people never saw. Through every change, challenge, and transition, they adapted with resilience and professionalism which is exactly what great nurses do.

We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you and cannot wait to see the impact you make on the profession and the patients who will one day call you “my nurse.”

Congratulations, Class of 2026. Once a Hilltopper nurse, always a Hilltopper nurse. 🩺

05/11/2026

Student Spotlight!

Brynn Buckley - Senior BSN Student.

Fun Fact - Concerts are my favorite, especially Twenty One Pilots whom I see as often as I can! 🎶🥁

Brynn is originally from Martins Ferry, Ohio but graduated from Lisbon, Ohio and she is the current secretary of the WLU Student Nursing Association. She chose West Liberty Nursing because of its small student to faculty ratio for a more personalized learning experience, as well as WLU being the alma mater of many family members and friends. She plans to pursue a career in trauma/emergency room nursing and considers furthering her education as a Nurse Practitioner in the future. In her free time, Brynn enjoys reading (especially fantasy), watching documentaries of all kinds, coloring, listening to music, and spending time with her cat, Nemo.

05/07/2026

Happy Nurse's Week to the nurses who came though the program, the nurses going through the program, and the nurses who run the program. ❤️🩺🩹

05/05/2026

WLUF Scholars Spotlight - Jarynn Hartman

Today's Scholar Spotlight features Jarynn Hartman from Hawthorn Woods, Illinois. Jarynn is the recipient of the Nursing Scholarship.

"Receiving this scholarship has not only provided some financial relief but also reinforced my commitment to achieving my academic and career goals at WLU. It has further motivated me to continue to strive for excellence, knowing I am being supported in my journey, and my hard work is only beginning to reach my potential. I am so grateful for this opportunity, and I look forward to giving back to others in my future career as a nurse!"

05/04/2026

Student Spotlight!

Hailey McCallen- Accelerated BS to BSN program.

Fun fact- I have a cat named Hazel and a dog named Fletch!🐶🐈

Hailey is from Wheeling, WV and graduated from WVU with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology with an emphasis in Health Professions. After graduating and passing the NCLEX, she plans to begin her career as a registered nurse in either the Labor & Delivery unit or the NICU. Looking ahead, Hailey intends to further her education and become a Nurse Practitioner.

05/03/2026

We spy some nursing students having success on the field 👀

Congratulations to West Lib Softball! 🥎

🥎 TOPPERS ARE HEADED BACK TO SALEM 🥎

After a loss in the Championship last year the Toppers return to the MEC Tournament for the 7th consecutive year

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05/01/2026

Thank you WVU Wheeling Hospital. Partnering with local hospitals to bring quality education and healthcare to our community it a top priority. If you missed us last week do not hesitate to reach out!

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Last week we were excited to welcome our partners from West Liberty University School of Nursing. Thank you for being on-site to meet with our employees and visitors about the amazing nursing programs available at WLU!
Pictured is Brianna Locante, WLU’s Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing.

04/30/2026

🎉 Student Spotlight: Outstanding Academic Service Award 🎉

Join us in celebrating Tiana Tauber, recipient of the Outstanding Academic Service Award! 👏

Tiana exemplifies what it means to be a well-rounded nursing student—demonstrating excellence in academics while going above and beyond in service to others. She has been an active member of the Student Government Association, consistently contributing to both the university and nursing community with professionalism, leadership, and dedication.

Even more impressive—Tiana completed her BSN in just 3 years! 💪🎓

We are incredibly proud of all she has accomplished and cannot wait to see the impact she will make as she graduates in May 2026.

Congratulations, Tiana!