WVU will hold a bell-ringing ceremony on Friday, May 1 in remembrance of student Christopher McClure.

McClure, 28, a senior history major and a native of Fairmont, West Virginia, died on April 17.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps 6th Marine Regiment and 2nd Marine Division serving two tours in Iraq. Christopher was honorably discharged as sergeant after five years of service.

The service will begin around noon at Oglebay Plaza on WVU’s downtown campus. Those interested in attending are asked to be there at least 15 minutes beforehand. Family, friends and members of the University community are welcome to attend Friday’s ceremony.

Individuals who would like to speak should contact Kim Mosby at 304-293-5611 or Kim.Mosby@mail.wvu.edu.

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CONTACT: Kim Mosby, Student Life
kim.mosby@mail.wvu.edu, 304.293.5611

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