WVU experts encourage sustainable wild leek harvesting to ramp up future growth
Growing only in the spring, ramps are a part of Appalachian tradition. Overharvesting is a threat in many locations, according to experts at West Virginia University.
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WVU to host American Collegiate Horsemen’s Association National Convention
West Virginia University will host the American Collegiate Horsemen’s Association National Convention, drawing students from across the country to learn about the horse industry and develop leadership skills, from April 12-15.
WVU to host ‘Focus on Fentanyl’ symposium
West Virginia University will host “Focus on Fentanyl: West Virginia’s Response to the Deadliest Drug,” an educational symposium organized by the Mountaineer Fentanyl Education Task Force and U.S. Attorney Bill Ihlenfeld, on April 13.
WVU experts contend Trump indictment not unusual on global scale
For the first time in U.S. history, a former U.S. president — Donald J. Trump — has been indicted on criminal charges. West Virginia University political science experts Mason Moseley and Jay Krehbiel are looking at the experiences of other democratic countries around the world as a frame of reference for what is now happening in America.
WVU patent expert says pending Supreme Court ruling could leave patients with fewer treatment options
As the U.S. Supreme Court considers a case involving a cholesterol lowering drug, Sean Tu, a West Virginia University College of Law professor, said he believes pharmaceutical companies manipulate the patent system to maintain monopoly rights.
Focus Forward symposium to highlight job growth, economic opportunities in diversified energy sector
The West Virginia Public Education Collaborative, based at West Virginia University, and the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation will host the fifth annual Focus Forward conference on April 5 in Morgantown.
WVU School of Public Health to host series of events recognizing community partners and elevating critical public health issues
The West Virginia University School of Public Health will hold several in-person and virtual events as part of National Public Health Week, April 3-9.
WVU Extension to dedicate Jackson’s Mill educational center
West Virginia University Extension will hold a building dedication for the Annette S. Boggs Educational Center, a 6,000-square-foot facility that is home to year-round programming and hands-on activities with a focus on science, technology, engineering, art and math.
WVU experts argue against retirement age increases
Two West Virginia University experts see threats to quality of life along with health care and tax bases in ongoing debates about increasing retirement ages in the United States and elsewhere.
Gee to outline strategic vision, new initiatives during State of the University address
WVU President Gordon Gee will deliver a spring State of the University address at 10 a.m. Monday (March 27) in the Mountainlair Ballrooms.