BUCKHANNON, WV – West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) welcomes home alumna Liz Short ’09 as the new Assistant Vice President for Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving. Short brings a wealth of experience in higher education administration, student affairs, alumni relations, and development to her new role.

“I am ecstatic and beyond grateful to have Liz joining the Advancement team at WVWC,” said Kristi Wilkerson ’99, Vice President for Advancement. “Her passion for the college, combined with her experience and expertise, make her the ideal person to lead our alumni engagement and annual giving efforts. She will be a valuable asset to our team and a champion for our alumni.”

During her time as a student at WVWC, Short demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to the College, serving as Student Body President and General Manager of the college radio station. She also completed an internship in the Office of Alumni Relations during her senior year.  These experiences laid the foundation for her successful career in higher education.

Following her graduation from WVWC in 2009, Short pursued her passion for student development, earning a Master of Arts in Higher Education from the University of Delaware. She then transitioned into roles focused on student affairs before making the strategic move into alumni relations and development, where she has honed her skills in cultivating relationships and fostering philanthropic support.

Short’s return to WVWC marks a homecoming and a full-circle moment in her career. “It has always been my dream to come home and serve the college that made me who I am today,” said Short. “I am incredibly excited to work with our alumni network and the entire WVWC community to advance the mission of this remarkable institution.”

In her new role, Short will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to engage alumni, cultivate philanthropic support, and strengthen the connection between WVWC and its graduates. She will work closely with the college’s leadership, faculty, and staff to build a vibrant alumni community and secure the resources necessary to support the college’s continued growth and success.

About West Virginia Wesleyan College:

West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) is a private, four-year residential liberal arts and sciences college in Buckhannon, West Virginia. A tradition of excellence for more than 130 years, West Virginia Wesleyan is home to 14 Fulbright Scholars. The Princeton Review ranked Wesleyan as one of its 2025 Best Colleges in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States. U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best College Rankings designated Wesleyan ninth in Best Value – Regional Universities (South). WVWC offers students nearly 60 majors and 40 minors; graduate programs in athletic training, business administration, creative writing, nursing and clinical mental health counseling; 20 NCAA Division II athletic programs; multiple performing arts groups; and more than 50 organizations. Founded in 1890, the College is closely affiliated with the United Methodist Church and abides by the Wesley doctrine that emphasizes service to others. For more information, visit wvwc.edu.