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Building Community
Navigating College after the Military
DateStudents canoe Alabama's Mobile-Tensaw Delta during a spring break trip for veterans. It's one way WVU — designated a 2010 Military Friendly School by GI Jobs magazine — eases the adjustment from military life to campus life. Other programs include a veterans advocate and a veteran-specific orientation class and Adventure WV trip.
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Connecting Globally
Building a More Sustainable World
DateTwelve students spent two weeks of their winter break exploring the mountains, rivers, trails, and culture of the Aysen region of Chilean Patagonia. Led by instructor Forrest Schwartz, the study abroad program focused on leadership, sustainability, and developing a more holistic understanding of issues we face as an international community.
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Launching Ideas
Celebrating WVU in the Capital City
DateWVU President James P. Clements applauds the efforts of a University that means so much to the state. Clements addressed a sellout crowd of approximately 500 alumni, government leaders, and friends at the annual Capital Classic luncheon in Charleston. The event is held in conjunction with the men's and women's basketball games between WVU and Marshall University. » Read more...
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Creating Impact
Helping Haiti
DateWhen the ground shook in Haiti on Jan. 12, the emotional impact could be felt in Morgantown. Haitian native Guesly Dervil is among those students and employees with a very personal connection to the disaster and relief efforts. » Read more...
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The WV Experience
Saluting a Basketball Legend
DateRodney "Hot Rod" Hundley returned home Jan. 23 to an adoring crowd to see his No. 33 jersey retired during halftime of the WVU-Ohio State game — and proved he still has it by hitting a hook shot at age 75. He is WVU's second all-time leading scorer with 2,180 career points. » Read more...
