The Day of Giving, a 24-hour online fundraising effort Wednesday, Nov. 14, is a simple way for West Virginia University supporters to contribute to WVU. In the latest edition of Inside WVU today, B.J. Davisson, senior vice president of development for the Foundation, explains why this event is critical to the University’s mission.
Events
The Office of Admissions will host Discover WVU Days Saturday (Nov. 3). Faculty and staff are invited to welcome hundreds of high school seniors and juniors, transfer students and their families to the Morgantown Campus as they participate in events across campus from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Community Music Program’s West Virginia Community Choir will join the Chamber Singers, orchestra and soloists for a performance of the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah Saturday (Nov. 3) at 7:30 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to get into the mood of the Christmas season.
Mountaineer Nation Day is tomorrow (Nov. 3), and we'll be giving away prize packs filled with officially licensed WVU gear all day long on social media to those who are showcasing their passion and pride for the Mountaineers.
WVU Staff Council and Faculty Welfare Committee Coat Drive will distribute coats for any employee or their family members in need Nov. 6 (Election Day) from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Gold Gate of the Coliseum. Distribution is on a first-come, first served basis until all the coats are gone. Various sizes are available.
WVU is celebrating first-generation students, staff and faculty on National First-Generation College Day. According to the federal definition used by TRIO programs, if your parent/guardian doesn’t have a four-year college degree, you’re FirstGen.