A Morgantown couple who has given back to the University, a successful alumnus engineer, an internationally-known professor, a dedicated residence life employee, and a late director of the Mountainlair are being honored as “Most Loyals” during the 71st Mountaineer Week, a celebration of Appalachian Heritage, Oct. 19-28, on West Virginia University’s campus.
Announcements
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Paying it forward: Frankie Sines honors Kevin Berry with a 2018 WVU Values Coin
In recognition of Boss’s Day this week, Frankie Sines, administrative secretary at the WVU Alumni Association, presented her former boss, Kevin Berry, with a 2018 WVU Values Coin.
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WVU students to compete for the title of Mr. and Ms. Mountaineer
Students who have demonstrated exemplary academic performance and extracurricular involvement will compete in one of Mountaineer Week’s oldest traditions—the title of Mr. and Ms. Mountaineer.
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WVU Employee Wellness offering flu shots on campus
Employee Wellness in the Division of Talent and Culture has again partnered with WVU Medicine to offer employee, dependent family members, retirees and students the opportunity to receive a flu vaccination on campus, no appointments necessary.
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Defend Your Data: Anti-virus is your computer’s undercover detective
Without anti-virus, your computer will struggle to fight off outside attacks on its own. This can lead to your personal information being stolen or your computer being irreversibly damaged.
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Make your voice heard: The 2018 WVU Culture Survey extended until Oct. 29
To provide every West Virginia University faculty and staff member the opportunity to make their voice heard, the 2018 WVU Culture Survey has been extended until Monday, October 29.
Events
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Coopers Rock Halloween Candy Trail Work Weekend to be held
Student volunteers will work together to spruce up trails within Coopers Rock State Forest, one of the most popular recreations areas in West Virginia, Nov. 3 and 4 from 1-5 p.m.
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Information session on faculty evaluation, promotion and tenure to be held
All faculty are invited to attend the 2018 Faculty Evaluation, Promotion and Tenure Session led by Provost Joyce McConnell and Associate Provost for Academic Personnel C. B. Wilson which will take place Oct. 24 from 3-5 p.m. in Room 120, Advanced Engineering Research Building.
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Office of Graduate Education and Life to host Professional Development Workshop on Mentoring
The Office of Graduate Education and Life will host a Professional Development Workshop for Faculty Relationships Oct. 26 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in room 120 of the Advanced Engineering Research Building across from the Evansdale Library.
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Donate to the WVU Staff Council and Faculty Welfare Committee Coat Drive
Donations of new or gently used clean coats, gloves, hats and scarves are being collected to help WVU Employees and their families stay warm this winter. Look for donation boxes around campus.
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Evansdale Library hosting technical writing workshop
The Eberly Writing Studio will present a free workshop titled “Technical Writing I: Clarity & Concision” Oct. 23 from 3-4 p.m. in Evansdale Library Room 130. This session introduces both undergraduate and graduate students to technical writing.
