David Riggle
Continuing the University’s tradition of recognizing a teacher during December Commencement, Riggle was selected for his decade-plus of work as an educator in the Mountain State.
A graduate of West Liberty University with a passion for serving others, Riggle currently teaches world history and special education math at Tyler Consolidated Middle School in Sistersville where he also serves as head coach of the girls’ basketball team.
Riggle previously taught a variety of subjects at Paden City High School, and was actively involved in the school community with roles as athletic director, boys varsity basketball head coach, boys varsity track head coach, leader of the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports team and Faculty Senate president.
For 20 years, Riggle has also volunteered with the Marshall County Special Olympics as a coach for basketball, flag football and track, and is the recipient of the Earle and Una Geisel Service Award.