BUCKHANNON, West Virginia — West Virginia Wesleyan College (WVWC) is pleased to announce Andrew Stacy as its new Director of Marketing and Communications. 

“We’re thrilled to welcome Andrew to our Home Among the Hills,” President James Moore said. “He brings strong strategic communications experience and a demonstrated ability to reach new audiences. He will help us tell Wesleyan’s story to prospective students, current students, alumni and others in dynamic and compelling ways.” 

Bringing 17 years of experience in strategic communications and marketing to the role, Stacy will oversee WVWC’s institutional marketing and communications efforts, including brand strategy, media relations, digital communications, and social media, while leading other major marketing and communications initiatives. He will work collaboratively with departments across campus to support enrollment, advancement, athletics, student affairs, and other areas of the College. 

“I’m joining a storied institution with a foundational mission, a legacy of academic excellence and a clear vision for what’s ahead,” Stacy said. “I’m excited to work with President Moore, campus leadership, and faculty and staff to tell that story in new ways that connect with prospective students, families, alumni, and the people and communities we serve.” 

Prior to joining WVWC, Stacy served as Community Relations Coordinator with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. His prior roles include senior communications and marketing positions with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, City of Morgantown, WVU Water Research Institute, and the West Virginia Conservation Agency. 

Stacy is also a U.S. Navy veteran serving aboard the USS Chosin (CG-65) stationed in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

He holds a master’s degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from West Virginia University and his Accreditation in Public Relations through the Public Relations Society of America. He and his wife, Sara, have three children, Charlotte, Claire, and Amelia.

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 136 years, West Virginia Wesleyan is home to 14 Fulbright Scholars. The Princeton Review ranked Wesleyan as one of its 2027 Best Colleges in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the United States. U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best College Rankings designated Wesleyan 4th 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.