About Fr. James A. O'Brien S.J. Endowed Scholarship
Fr. O'Brien's Legacy
Father James O’Brien S.J. came to Wheeling College in August of 1962 and served Wheeling University until his death in December of 2022. This Jesuit priest instilled in students his love of service and, throughout his life showed, by his example, the true meaning of servant leadership. Father O’Brien continues to be an inspiration to alumni and the University community to live a life of service.
Father James A. O'Brien S.J. Center for Service
The Center was founded to offer and support service learning opportunities for the students, faculty, and staff of Wheeling University.
Father David Griffin, O.S.B. serves as the Director of the Center.
Founded October 2025
O'Brien Scholarship Recipients
Recipients of the Father O’Brien Scholarship will be required to perform a specified number of hours of service through the Father James A. O’Brien S.J. Center for Service at Wheeling University. Service projects throughout West Virginia and the local region will carry on the legacy of Father O’Brien.
The Father O’Brien Scholarships will be awarded based on need and academic achievement, or as otherwise specified by the individual donor.