Government Relations & External Affairs
About
At Marshall University, we believe in the power of partnerships to shape a stronger, more vibrant West Virginia. Through storytelling, education, and collaboration, the Department of Government Relations & External Affairs scales Marshall’s growing impact—in academics, research, athletics, and service.
With rising enrollment and expanding research funding, the Marshall Momentum is real—and it’s being felt in every corner of the Mountain State.
Your Link to Public Partners
We’re here to support the entire Marshall community.
We serve as the university’s central point of connection to local, state, and federal policymakers, as well as agencies, boards, commissions and other public entities.
Whether you’re looking to invite a public official to campus, explore partnership opportunities or navigate state or federal programs—we’re here to help.
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Driving Innovation, Service, and Statewide Impact
Marshall University is one of the nation’s fastest-growing R2 research institutions, with more than $73 million in research funding and 291 active projects. While not a land-grant university by designation, Marshall is deeply committed to serving West Virginia through a focused mission of economic development and public impact. The Government Relations team is at the forefront of this important work.
Our collective work is anchored in six strategic pillars:
These sectors were identified as key growth opportunities in the 2018 West Virginia Forward Summary of Findings—and they guide our vision for a stronger, more resilient West Virginia.
If you would like to connect to one of these pillars, please complete this form.
