Issuing a call for collaboration focused on the future, West Virginia University President Michael Benson gave his first official report during a special meeting for the University’s Board of Governors on Wednesday (July 23). In addition to welcoming Benson, BOG Chair Rusty Hutson introduced several new BOG members who are taking seats ahead of the Aug. 20 start of the academic year.
Announcements
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New class registration resources available for students, advisers
Updated resources include guidance on how to register for classes in both STAR and Schedule Builder, instructions for dropping or withdrawing from courses, and information on time ticketing, waitlisting, registration holds and common errors.
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Clark Hall passenger elevator out of service beginning today
The Clark Hall passenger elevator will be out of service beginning today (July 23) to allow for maintenance and repairs. Faculty, staff and students can utilize the Chemistry Research Lab Building’s elevator to access upper floors of Clark Hall via the connecting pedestrian bridge.
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WVU Libraries closed today
The Downtown, Evansdale and Health Sciences libraries will be closed today (July 23) for a staff retreat. The Health Sciences Library is accessible with a WVU ID.
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WVU hosts Governor’s Computer Science Institute
Hosted by the WVU Center for Excellence in STEM Education and the West Virginia Department of Education from July 6-12, nearly 50 ninth and 10th graders from across West Virginia were introduced to the world of computer science during the Governor’s Computer Science Institute.
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Libraries names Robert F. Munn Library Scholars
WVU Libraries has selected three undergraduate students as the 2025 Robert F. Munn Library Scholars Award recipients. Ren Kully, Bailey South and Siegrid Tuttle are being recognized for their exceptional research.
Events
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Faculty and staff invited to attend webinar on AI-driven workflows, solutions
Paris Winfrey, assistant director of operations at the Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative, will present “Unlocking the Power of AI at West Virginia University” during the national Airtable AI User Group webinar at noon tomorrow (July 24) on Zoom.
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School of Music presents Global Music Jamboree
The School of Music invites the community to experience an evening of vibrant soundscapes and cultural celebration during the Global Music Jamboree at 5:30 p.m. Saturday (July 26) at the Canady Creative Arts Center.
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Summer Symposium to showcase undergraduate student research
The Office of Undergraduate Research will host the 18th annual Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium from 1-5 p.m. Thursday (July 24) in the Mountainlair Ballrooms.
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School of Music presents Global Music Jamboree
The School of Music invites the community to experience an evening of vibrant soundscapes and cultural celebration during the Global Music Jamboree at 5:30 p.m. Saturday (July 26) at the Canady Creative Arts Center.
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Meet third candidate for vice president for Enrollment Management
Fabrizio D’Aloisio will be on campus for a series of meetings, including a public forum open to the campus community from 1:15-2:30 p.m. Monday (July 21) in Reynolds Hall, Room 2001, or on Zoom.
