By Rosalyn Queen
On October 9, Salem University presented its Distinguished Alumni Awards at a special ceremony held in the Salem University Benedum Library. The presentation was held in conjunction with the Athletic Hall of Fame Awards.
Receiving the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award was Judge Tom Bedell of Harrison County. He received his bachelor’s degree from Salem College in 1977. In 1981 he received his law degree from West Virginia University.
He served as a judge in Harrison County from 1992 until his retirement in 2024.
