Combining his interests in education, history and recruitment, President Michael T. Benson is taking what he’s learned about the Mountain State since becoming a resident directly to potential future WVU students.
Announcements
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Meet the first 2 candidates for Dean of Eberly College of Arts and Sciences
The WVU community is invited to meet the first two candidates for the next permanent Linda and Don Brodie Dean of the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences. The first candidate will be on the Morgantown Campus Monday (March 2) and the second candidate is scheduled to visit Wednesday (March 4).
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Limited parking at Blaney House March 3
Parking will be limited in lot ST-6 at Blaney House Tuesday (March 3). Parking will be available in other short-term lots on the Evansdale area of campus.
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Student Arts Award winners announced
Aliannah Noriega-Freeman, Kaya Collings and Timothy Butcher are the recipients of the 2025 Dean of Libraries’ Student Arts Award.
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Focus Forward offers $10K grant opportunity for attendees
Conference attendees will have the opportunity to apply for two grants of up to $10,000 to help turn ideas into reality. “Focus Forward: Minds and Machines” will be held April 1 at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place.
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WVU Nursery School transforming to WVU Early Learning Institute, full-day model
Beginning with the 2026-27 academic year, the WVU Nursery School will transition to a full-day early childhood education model and be renamed the WVU Early Learning Institute. Enrollment interest is being accepted for both the 3-year-old preschool program and pre-K classes.
Events
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Spring Safety Fair planned March 4-5
Join the University Police Department and others for the “Know Before You Go: Spring Safety Fair” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 4 on the Mountainlair Green and from 3-5 p.m. March 5 at the Rec Center Courtyard.
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WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and OLLI host talk on 2026 legislative session
OLLI at WVU and the WVU Committee of Retired Faculty will host Jeremiah Samples, vice president of government affairs and public policy for Village Caregiving and West Virginia Lobbyist Group, at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday (March 4) on Zoom.
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Open Education Resources conference planned April 8-10
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission is holding its annual Open Learning WV Spring Convening beginning at noon April 8 at Stonewall Resort in Roanoke. Register before March 6 to attend.
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Mountaineer mascot partners with LGBTQ+ Center to host blood drive
The Mountaineer Mascot Program and LGBTQ+ Center will hold a blood drive in conjunction with the American Red Cross from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday (March 3) in the Mountainlair, Rhododendron Room.
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Student Physical Therapy Club hosting St. Patrick’s Day 5K/10K
The race will take place at 9 a.m. March 7 at the Edith Barill Riverfront Park and Trail in Star City. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes and green attire.
