The Office of Student Accommodations is recognizing nine faculty and staff members for going out of their way to make the University more accessible to students with disabilities.
Announcements
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From wastes to resources: WVU expands rare earth research to help strengthen America’s domestic critical minerals supply
Building on previous groundbreaking discoveries of rare earth elements in acid mine drainage from retired coal mines, the University is launching the WVU Rare Earth Elements Initiative to secure a domestic supply of these critical materials. WVU has also established Mission Critical Materials, a for-profit startup, to commercialize 10 years of the University’s proven AMDREE technology.
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Upcoming Commencement dates announced for Morgantown Campus
WVU will celebrate this year’s August and December graduates during Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 12. Spring 2027 graduates will be honored May 14-16, 2027. All ceremonies will take place at the Hope Coliseum.
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Monthly Benefits Spotlight: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Whether you are seeking help with stress management, counseling services or wellness programs, the Benefits Strategy team encourages you to take an active step toward your well-being by exploring the various resources available as part of your total rewards package.
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Campus Drive lane closures to begin Tuesday
The Life Sciences Building roof replacement project will require crane access to the front of the building along Campus Drive, resulting in lane and sidewalk closures beginning Tuesday (May 26) through May 29.
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$100K scholarship gift benefits civil engineering students
The family of the late U.S. Rep. David B. McKinley is honoring his wish to establish a scholarship to benefit future engineers studying at the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources.
Events
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Energy Express to induct AmeriCorps members June 3
Energy Express will induct 66 college-bound high school students, college students and community volunteers as AmeriCorps members during an induction ceremony at 4 p.m. June 3 at WVU Jackson’s Mill.
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Workday in Action: Manager Access
Join the WVU Modernization Program team from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, for a demonstration of tasks that managers will be able to perform in Workday, starting in summer 2027.
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Campuswide New Student Orientation training offered May 26
Faculty and staff who work the in-person New Student Orientation events or assist incoming students with the enrollment process are encouraged to attend the training from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday (May 26) on Zoom.
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Deadline approaching for new summer faculty program on teaching with AI
The Office of the Provost and the WVU Teaching and Learning Center are partnering to offer a new professional development program that addresses many of the urgent questions raised by the disruption that artificial intelligence has had in the higher education landscape.
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Staff Council to meet Wednesday
The Staff Council meeting will be held at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday (May 20) in the Mountainlair, Rhododendron Room, and on Zoom.
