Following a year of missed milestones, celebrations and traditions, West Virginia University’s first in-person commencement ceremony since December 2019 ushered in a renewed sense of optimism for the nearly 4,500 graduates who walked across the stage to receive their diplomas in four ceremonies this weekend (May 15-16).
Announcements
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Beechurst Avenue closed May 21-23, southbound traffic reduced to a single lane through Aug. 13
To accommodate continued construction on the new Reynolds Hall project, Beechurst Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning Friday, May 21, at 7 p.m. through Sunday, May 23, at 8 p.m. Signage will be placed in the area during the closure to direct traffic accordingly.
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Employees should submit ADA accommodation or non-ADA modification requests by June 1
Faculty, staff and graduate assistants who are seeking an ADA accommodation or a non-ADA modification for the fall semester should submit the application and updated medical documentation by Tuesday, June 1.
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Employee Benefits Open Enrollment ends tomorrow
The Open Enrollment for Plan Year 2022 ends tomorrow (May 15). Open Enrollment is the only opportunity WVU benefits-eligible faculty and staff have to make changes to their elected insurance benefits for the 2022 plan year without a qualifying life event.
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Beechurst Avenue closed May 21-23, southbound traffic reduced to a single lane through mid-August
To accommodate continued construction on the new Reynolds Hall project, Beechurst Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic beginning Friday, May 21, at 7 p.m. through Sunday, May 23, at 8 p.m. Signage will be placed in the area during the closure to direct traffic accordingly.
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Gradual reopening of the Student Rec Center
Campus Rec announced that the Student Recreation Center will open Monday, May 17. As you prepare to visit us, be aware that protocols are still in place to ensure safety.
Events
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Staff Council monthly meeting to be held this week
Staff Council will meet Wednesday (May 19) at 9 a.m. via Zoom.
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WVU Staff Encouraged to take part in National Bike to Work Day
Faculty and staff are encouraged to join the Office of Student Wellness on a guided commute bike ride in celebration of National Bike to Work Day Friday (May 21).
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WVU to host in-person commencement ceremonies this weekend
The University community is invited to watch the livestream of each ceremony beginning at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. each day. Only those who reserved tickets in advance are able to attend in person.
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Shop the Blue and Gold Mine Sale for a good cause
This annual Blue and Gold Mine yard sale-like event Saturday (May 15) at the event tent on the south side of Bennett Tower on the Evansdale Campus keeps about 25 tons of goods out of landfills and all proceeds benefit the United Way of Monongalia and Preston Counties.
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WVU Community invited to join celebration of Honors College graduating seniors
The Honors College is proud to recognize our graduating seniors at two virtual ceremonies Thursday (May 13). Faculty, staff, students and the greater WVU community are all welcome to join graduating seniors, their families and friends in recognizing the accomplishments of these amazing students
