Lindsey ByersLindsey Byers

Lindsey M. Byars is a communications and marketing professional who serves as director of marketing and public relations at Concord University. A Concord graduate, Byars returned to her alma mater after working with the central marketing and communications team at Virginia Tech, where she contributed to university-wide branding and communications initiatives. Based in Athens, West Virginia, Byars oversees public relations, storytelling and institutional marketing for Concord University, helping promote academic programs, student achievements and community outreach across southern West Virginia. Her work focuses on higher education communications, strategic marketing and regional engagement. She can be reached at lbyars@concord.edu.
Students are finding West Virginia colleges and universities ideal when outdoor recreation is a concern.

Concord University promoting proximity to state, national parks

ATHENS, W.Va. — Three of West Virginia’s best-loved state and national parks are a drive of fewer than 15 minutes from Concord University, which is maximizing that advantage to the benefit of students. Officials are working with nearby Pipestem Resort State Park to provide students discounted opportunities for zip-lining, water recreation, and other outdoor adventures, … Read more