The open discussion was chaired by Attorney William Lonesome, an alumnus of the school and a very distinguished leader.Īfter several hours of discussion, it was decided that a National “W” Club would be formed to raise funds for athletic programs. The agenda was to brainstorm as to how to raise funds for athletics as well as restore athletics to the status of previous years. On a fall West Virginia Sunday morning in 1975, the day after West Virginia State’s Homecoming, a group of West Virginia State College alumni met in a Charleston, West Virginia hotel. Thank you for your team spirit and continued support to West Virginia State University and the National “W” Club. During the Homecoming fesitivities, President Jenkins acknowledged and honored the importance of the 'W' Club to West Virginia State's athletic programs and student-athletes. Jenkins the 'W' Club and WVSU athletic programs will continue to thrive. We know that under the leadership of 11th President Anthony L. Our recent $200,000 pledge to the fund raising campaign is being fulfilled in installments to the WVSU Foundation. Contributions from members and friends made all of this possible. The National “W” Club has continually worked to enhance the athletic programs at “State” by providing funds for scholarships, equipment, and the purchase of a motor coach. Carter, Jr. WVSU President Emeritus, designated the Canty House as the official headquarters for the National 'W' Club. We appreciate your encouragement and support of WVSU athletics.

The National “W” Club Association is honored to welcome all alumni and former Yellow Jackets back to campus.

The William S Club by Riley Banks