Inspired by the natural gas processing facility she passed as a child, Shinnston native Bella Herrod is an environmental and energy resources management major who plans to attend law school as a pathway to a career in energy and sustainable development law.
Announcements
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Information released about University lactation break time and space requirements
Supervisors, chairs and instructors must allow reasonable schedule flexibility, such as shifting meetings, adjusting schedules when feasible or allowing brief absences for pumping when necessary. Pumping breaks may not be denied or delayed if doing so could cause discomfort or potential health concerns.
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Encourage students to apply for Governor’s Internship Program
By offering hands-on experience across West Virginia’s government agencies, the program allows students to gain professional experience relevant to their academic interests under the supervision of industry experts.
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Panta selected as Fulbright Specialist
Yogendra Panta, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at WVU Tech, has been selected by the U.S. Department of State as a Fulbright Specialist.
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English professor honored for teaching of writing
In recognition of her dedication to and exceptional teaching of writing, Catherine Gouge, a professor in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences Department of English, is the 2025-26 recipient of the Caperton Award for Excellence in the Teaching of Writing.
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New Student Orientation Leaders being sought
The Office of Admissions is looking for students who are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the University to serve as Orientation Leaders this summer.
Events
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English Department to host talk on literary studies scholarship April 6
The Department of English will host Don James McLaughlin, an assistant professor of 19th-century American literature at the University of Tulsa, as he presents “In the Doghouse: Phobia’s Metaphor in Early American Politics” at 4 p.m. April 6 in Colson Hall, Room 130.
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School of Music presents World Music Concert April 10
Bringing together a wide range of global traditions in one thrilling evening of live performance, the concert will take place in two parts at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 10 at the Canady Creative Arts Center.
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PSC offering ‘Classes for a Cause’ April 11
The program aims to bring people together to learn while supporting the United Way campaign through a wide range of classes set for April 11 that are open to the public.
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Graduate Student Appreciation Week set for April 6-10
The Office of Graduate Education and Life welcomes graduate students and the WVU community to celebrate Graduate Student Appreciation Week April 6-10.
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Sign up for virtual Frontline Professionals meeting April 8
Faculty and staff — especially those on the front lines at WVU — are invited to attend the Frontline Professionals meeting from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, on Zoom.
