As a senior coordinator in University Events, Shannon McAtee helps plan and execute many of the University’s most visible gatherings — from presidential events and donor dinners to the carefully choreographed celebrations of Commencement.
Announcements
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WVU Cyber launches strategic partnership to advance national security and cyber innovation
WVU Cyber is launching a partnership with TWENTY, a leading offensive cyber company, to expand opportunities for students and advance innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence and national security in West Virginia.
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Mountaineer Card-related services briefly unavailable Sunday
Mountaineer Card-related services, including the MyMountaineerCard website and Mountie Bounty transactions, will be unavailable from 5-7 a.m. Sunday (May 17) for important security updates.
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VIDEO: Graduating Foundation Scholar reflects on time at the University
Laya Chennuru, who is graduating with dual degrees in neuroscience and psychology, credits the Foundation Scholarship with expanding her horizons and shaping her educational journey.
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‘Everything is Tuberculosis’ selected as 2026-27 Campus Read
The 2025 nonfiction book by John Green explores why tuberculosis remains the world’s deadliest infectious disease despite being curable. Throughout the academic year, there will be opportunities for faculty and staff to incorporate the book into courses and programs at all levels.
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Parking Management Office closed Friday
The WVU Parking Management Office at Mountaineer Station will be closed Friday (May 15) in support of Commencement Weekend. During this time, you can still pay citations and purchase permits online.
Events
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WVU Army ROTC to commission 11 second lieutenants
The WVU Army ROTC Mountaineer Battalion will commission 11 cadets as second lieutenants during the annual Commissioning Ceremony set for 10 a.m. Thursday (May 14) in the Mountainlair Ballroom.
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Engage with the community through OLLI at WVU
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is seeking volunteer instructors and presenters for the fall term, which runs from Sept. 15 through Nov. 20. Current and retired teachers, professionals, community leaders, hobbyists and others are invited to submit a course proposal by June 8.
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Blue and Gold Mine Sale donation period ends Wednesday
Find great deals on new-to-you treasures from small appliances and home decor to clothing at the annual sale Saturday (May 16) in the Milan Puskar Stadium East Concourse.
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Faculty Senate to meet Monday
The Faculty Senate will meet at 3:15 p.m. Monday (May 11) in the College of Law, Fitzsimmons Event Hall. Meetings are open to the University community and may be joined in person or viewed live on YouTube.
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Encourage graduating students to attend GradFest Thursday
Due to expected inclement weather, the event has been postponed to 11 a.m. Thursday (May 14) on the Downtown area of campus.
