BUCKHANNON, West Virginia — West Virginia Wesleyan College’s Center for Cultural & International Affairs and the Thomas H. Albinson II School of Business will host the BSU Business Expo on Thursday, March 19.

The event, presented in partnership with the College’s Black Student Union, will bring together students, entrepreneurs and business professionals for a day focused on innovation, mentorship and professional development. All WVWC students are invited to participate.

The BSU Business Expo will feature vendors, a grant workshop, mentorship opportunities and presentations from special guests, providing students with hands-on exposure to entrepreneurshind business leadership.

A grant writing for creatives workshop will be held at 10 a.m. in the CCIA office on the second floor of Benedum Campus Center.

Beginning at 11 a.m. in the side dining room, there will be more opportunities for networking. 

Dr. Patricia Williams Dockery, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs at Morgan State University and who is also a filmmaker and museum curator, is the keynote speaker. Other special guests include Crystal Good MFA ‘16, CEO of BBG news publication;  Danielle Walker, former state delegate;  and Eric “Monstalung” Jordan, a hip hop artist and historian and program director for the WVU Center for Black Culture.

From 3-4 p.m. Sabine Murat, MSW and Fleurma Murat, BSHA, will discuss women’s health and empowering women to prioritize their wellbeing. 

At 6 p.m. Monstalung will present a hip hop performance and discussion on “Have You Found Your Passion?” in the side dining room. Rock band E11EVEN will perform from 9-10 p.m. in the social hall for a free concert. 

Two WVWC student contestants will also have the opportunity to present their business ideas in a Shark Tank–style competition, with two $250 awards available to support their entrepreneurial ventures.

Organizers say the expo is designed to connect Wesleyan students with experienced professionals who can provide insight into launching businesses, securing funding and building successful careers. Throughout the day, attendees can interact with vendors, participate in the grant workshop, and engage with mentors and guest speakers who represent a wide range of professional backgrounds.

“The BSU Business Expo is an exciting opportunity for students to explore entrepreneurship, learn from industry leaders and connect with mentors who can help guide their professional journeys,” Laurie Goux, director of the Center for Cultural and International Affairs, said. 

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 135 years, West Virginia Wesleyan is home to 14 Fulbright Scholars. The Princeton Review ranked Wesleyan as one of its 2026 Best Colleges in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States. U.S. News & World Report’s 2026  Best College Rankings designated Wesleyan second 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 counseling; 22 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.