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WVU Army ROTC to commission 8 second lieutenants

The West Virginia University Army ROTC Mountaineer Battalion will commission eight cadets as second lieutenants during the annual Fall Commissioning Ceremony on Thursday (Dec. 18).

WVU physicians urge caution as whooping cough cases continue to rise

West Virginia University physicians Dr. Matt Lokant and Dr. Lisa Costello are encouraging people to recognize the early symptoms of pertussis, or whooping cough, so they can take precautions and seek treatment, when necessary, to avoid further spread of the infection.

WVU expert offers poinsettia care tips, shares holiday plant history

West Virginia University plant expert Sven Verlinden, associate professor for the WVU Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, says it’s possible to keep poinsettias healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season with a few simple tips.

WVU experts say don’t bundle up too tightly against the cold

West Virginia University fashion design and merchandising experts Angela Uriyo and Debanjan Das explain the differing environmental impacts of winter fabrics old and new, and why layering is essential when bundling up for cold weather.