Shepherdstown Educator David Modler Receives State Art Award
Shepherd University’s Modler named 2025 WVAEA Higher Education Art Educator of the Year
WV News | Monday, October 20, 2025
By Staff
David Modler, a professor of art at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, has been honored as the 2025 Higher Education Art Educator of the Year by the West Virginia Art Education Association. This recognition, highlighted by his commitment to student mentorship and his significant contributions to the local arts community, reinforces the university's role in promoting visual arts in the region. Dr. Kurtis Adams, dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, praised Modler's impact on students and the broader artistic landscape.
