MANCHIN'S CHIEF OF STAFF ACCEPTS GSC ASSIGNMENT

(11/06/2010)
The West Virginia governor's office has announced that James Spears will become Glenville State College's Senior Vice President for external relations and a Morris endowed professor for criminal justice.

Spears will begin his new duties December 1.

Spears is currently Manchin's Chief of Staff, having formerly served as secretary of Military Affairs and Public Safety for the state.

"This is a perfect match that allows Jim's vast knowledge in criminal justice and security to fill an expanding niche at Glenville State College," Manchin said.

"We are extremely pleased that Jim accepted our offer," Glenville President Peter Barr said.

"Having someone of his knowledge and caliber is a rare opportunity for the college to continue to grow as a leader in the field of criminal justice studies. We are also looking forward to his counsel in our outreach at both the state and federal levels."