Twenty incoming West Virginia University students from across the Mountain State who are driven by shared passions for innovation and service have been named the 2026-27 cohort of Bucklew Scholars. From this distinguished group, five have been selected as Foundation Scholars, the highest academic scholarship the University awards.
Announcements
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Journalism student selected as University’s 28th Truman Scholar
Rozaireo “Ro” Jones, a Fairmont native, is the recipient of the prestigious annual award given to college juniors with exceptional leadership potential and a commitment to public service.
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Gabriel, Jones, Walker to receive honorary degrees during May Commencement
In recognition of their dedicated service in the health, retail and legal fields, the University will award honorary degrees to Arthur Gabriel, co-founder of Gabriel Brothers, Tom Jones, former WVU Health System president and CEO, and former West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Beth Walker during May Commencement.
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4 students named Goldwater Scholars, a University first
Chosen for their strong commitment to continuing careers in research, Caden Ginter, Mason Powell, Cloe Ratliff and Camndon Reed are the recipients of the Goldwater Scholarship — marking the first time the University has had four recipients in one year.
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Business data analytics alum goes looking for problems
Driven by a deep curiosity and a passion for complex problem-solving, Jeremy Harris is a business data analytics graduate and senior data scientist at the National Energy Technology Laboratory who uses supercomputers to tackle energy-related challenges.
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WVU Hospitality offering graduation catering
From crowd-pleasing snacks to full meals, order your graduation platters from WVU Hospitality for pickup at the Mountainlair or Erickson Alumni Center.
Events
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Open Enrollment in-person assistance available this week
Benefits representatives will be available to answer questions about plan changes and the benefits offered during two final Open Enrollment drop-in sessions Tuesday (April 28) and Thursday (April 30).
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WVU Funk and Soul Ensemble bringing high-energy, feel-good concert to Mountainlair
Get ready for a night of electrifying rhythms and unforgettable grooves as the WVU Funk and Soul Ensemble takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday (April 29) in the Mountainlair Gluck Theatre. The concert is free and open to the public.
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Improve submissions with WVCTSI grant writing groups
Get a head start on the fall NIH deadline by attending a grant writing group designed to help investigators polish their R01 or K award submissions. Sessions will be held from 4-5 p.m. Thursday (April 30) on Zoom and from 2-3 p.m. May 5 at the Erma Byrd Biomedical Research Building, Room G153 or on Zoom.
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Donations being accepted for annual Blue and Gold Mine Sale May 4-13
To support the annual Blue and Gold Mine Sale, community members and students can drop off unwanted items at any WVU residence hall or the six drop-off locations around Morgantown from May 4-13.
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Graduation photos available at Milan Puskar Stadium
Time slots are available May 7-8 for individual and group sessions starting at $50. Graduates choose the time and a photographer will be provided.
