Maryanne Reed to retire from WVU after three decades of service

MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – After serving West Virginia University for 30 years, Maryanne Reed has announced her retirement from her roles as provost and vice president for academic affairs, effective at the end of September.

She will remain with the university until the end of the year to assist with the transition and wrap up ongoing projects.

“I have loved my time at WVU and appreciate the many opportunities afforded me,” Reed said. “It’s time for me to begin a new chapter in my life in which I’m able to spend more time with family and friends. I will forever carry WVU in my heart and wish nothing but the best for this institution and our people.”

Starting in October, Reed will continue to support the Office of the President, focusing on the transition process and finalizing projects related to student success, retention, and land-grant outreach.

“Maryanne Reed has brought her unique brand of energy and a sense of purpose to every facet of her career here at West Virginia University,” President Gordon Gee said.

“When Maryanne told me of her plans to retire, I knew it would be a great loss for the University, but I am supportive of her decision. Her commitment to students, caring for colleagues, and innovative spirit have been evident from her earliest days as a faculty member to her years as provost and vice president for academic affairs where she has cultivated a talented team committed to serving the WVU System as we plan for the future.”

Vice Provost Paul Kreider will assume the role of interim provost starting October 1, 2024, while continuing to lead WVU Potomac State College until a new permanent president is appointed by January 1, 2025.

Kreider, who joined the university in July 2011 as dean of the WVU College of Creative Arts, became associate provost for undergraduate education in 2017 and was named vice provost in 2019.

He took on the role of interim campus president of Potomac State College in March 2024.

Additionally, Senior Associate Provost Mark Gavin will step into the role of vice provost on October 1.

The search for a permanent provost will begin after a new University president is selected.