November 5th 2023.
Wiley College marked a monumental moment in its history at its recent Homecoming celebration with an announcement of its rebranding to Wiley University. The university, situated in Marshall, Texas, was originally founded in 1873 as Wiley University by the Freedmen’s Aid Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
President Herman J. Felton addressed the students gathered at the school’s “Returning To Our Roots” Homecoming event on Nov. 4. He spoke of the university’s renewed commitment to the future and its unwavering support from its students, alumni, faculty, and staff.
“We’re on the cusp of yet another defining moment for the nation through Wiley College. With the unwavering support of our students, alumni, faculty, and staff, we’re setting the stage for the next phase of the Wiley legacy. Becoming Wiley University is not simply an exercise and a name change, it is an exercise in our ability to embrace our past and see the future," said Felton.
The university also unveiled its decision to introduce three new Master’s degree programs, including a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice, and a Master of Science in Higher Education Administration. In addition, Wiley received a generous gift that wiped out the student debt.
Tashia Bradley, the school’s operating officer and vice president for Administration, highlighted the importance of providing an accessible education and affordable education to any student who would want it at Wiley University.
The university was presented with some checks from student organizations and staff totaling symbolic amounts of $1,873, $1,929, and $2,023, in addition to securing $9.5 million in gifts, grants, and services from partnerships.
Felton concluded with a message of inspiration to the students in attendance. “The past provides us with a roadmap, but it is up to us to see a future that continues to serve as a beacon of light. Go forth inspired.”
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