Community
Glenville State University is proud to be a part of Glenville, Gilmer County, and central West Virginia.
This section of the website is dedicated to helping our neighbors find interesting things to do in the area and to learn about events taking place on campus that are open to the community.
MentorConnect
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 - Wednesday, October 29, 2025
MentorConnect is a collaboration between Glenville State University, West Virginia University, and USDA Rural Development, and means to connect experienced community development leaders with emerging professionals across WV.
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Department of Fine Arts 150th Anniversary
Friday, November 14, 2025, Fine Arts Center
Celebrate 150 Years of artistic and musical excellence at Glenville State University with a week-long celebration! There will be an art exhibition all week. On Friday, November 14th, there will be a reception and historical presentation.
Click here for more information and to RSVP.
Support the GSU Marching Band
Throughout the 2025 Football Season
Pioneer Football is hitting the road full-time this year due to stadium renovations. Our talented Marching Band will be right there with them—cheering, playing, and keeping traditions alive across West Virginia. Please give today and be part of their journey!
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets
Second Annual Little Kanawha Reading Series Chapbook Contest
Through March 31, 2026
Glenville State University’s Little Kanawha Reading Series is proud to host its second annual Chapbook Contest. We invite poets and prose writers to submit works that celebrate and explore the rich cultural tapestry of Appalachia.