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WVU's celebration of Mountaineer heritage and tradition to be held Nov. 7-15

Mountaineer Week, one of West Virginia University's most anticipated annual events, kicks off during Saturday's football game vs. Louisville. The celebrations continue through Nov. 15 with daily events, including PRT Cram and the Beard Growing Contest.
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Friday, November 6th 2009
For West Virginia University School of Dentistry student Zach Sisler, the required rural rotation is about helping people who may have not been able to afford the dental care they need. Sisler is completing his rural rotation in Berkeley Springs.
Friday, November 6th 2009
A highly admired international researcher specializing in issues of power and interaction within the coach-athlete relationship, will talk about the sociology of coaching November 9 at West Virginia University. Dr. Robyn L. Jones from the University of Wales Institute Cardiff, will discuss "Research in Coaching: Past, Present and Future Directions" on Nov. 9, 2009, 1:30-2:45 p.m. in room 251, Coliseum, sponsored by WVU?s College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences.
Friday, November 6th 2009
Ten West Virginia University athletes will share personal stories Tuesday, Nov. 11 as part of a unique speech class. Each student will deliver a five-minute motivational speech in front of coaches, fellow students and the public from 1-2 p.m. in the Jerry West Mountaineer Room of the WVU Coliseum.
Friday, November 6th 2009
West Virginia University's Mountaineer Week Photo Contest, presented by The Ridge and MedExpress, allows students to showcase their creative photography skills and demonstrate what West Virginia beauty means to them. The photos will be on display in front of the Mountainlair information desk from Friday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 15.
Friday, November 6th 2009
The final three contestants in the sixth annual Mountaineer Idol talent show will take to the stage Sunday, Nov. 8, ending a months long odyssey that has included five previous rounds. The event will be held in the Mountainlair Ballrooms, located on the 2nd floor of the Mountainlair. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m.