Carolyn Long, former chair of the West Virginia University Board of Governors and retired superintendent of the Braxton County, West Virginia, school system was named transitional executive officer at the Institute of Technology of West Virginia University in Montgomery. The appointment is effective on January 1.
In accepting the appointment Long said, “My life and career in education have been dedicated to creating opportunities for students of all ages and all levels to have academic and personal success. I believe my blend of executive leadership experience in complex organizations in K-12 and higher education – and my love for this state and its youth – will serve me well in this transitional role. I am excited to get started.”
Long is a graduate of Fairmont State University and holds a master’s degree in education administration from the West Virginia College of Graduate Studies.