Chambers College Impact Award
The Chambers College Impact Award, introduced in 2026 as part of the Chambers Honors Ceremony, recognizes individuals who are making a difference in their professions, communities and industries today. This award highlights those whose work reflects a strong commitment to progress, innovation and service - creating impact that goes beyond their immediate roles.
2026 Inductee - Fred Tattersall
Tattersall, a 1970 graduate of WVU’s College of Business and Economics, is the inaugural recipient of the Chambers College Impact Award. The brand new award will be given annually to individuals who have made an impact on the College of Business by supporting students, alumni and college endeavors.
Spearheaded by Tattersall, he and a group of other alumni created the Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF). Started in 2017, the fund allows senior-year students to invest real money into capital markets.
Through the SMIF, undergraduate students receive hands-on experience in risk management and portfolio construction. Students earn $20 an hour while managing the live portfolio and get chances to travel to New York City to visit top finance firms and see the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange.
The SMIF’s portfolio equity is valued at over $750K, with a goal of reaching $1 million. A 2024 gift from Tattersall to Chambers helped support the SMIF.
In the past, Tattersall has served on the WVU Foundation Board of Directors. He is also a member of the inaugural inductees of the Roll of Distinguished Alumni.