Poole Alumna Named President of West Virginia State University

Dr. Nicole Pride was recently appointed as the new president of West Virginia State University. Prior to becoming the 12th president of the university, Pride served as vice provost for academic strategy and operations at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.

Pride received her bachelor’s degrees from NC State Poole College of Management in economics and business management.

“The opportunities for the University in the years ahead to continue to meet the economic development and prosperity needs of the state and region are immense and I am honored to be selected to lead this growth,” said Pride.

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