WVU Extension financial educator offers advice for tax filing
In this tax filing season, a West Virginia University faculty member is providing tips to simplify the process and reduce stress.
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WVU Extension engages West Virginia agricultural producers at Small Farm Conference
The West Virginia University Extension Small Farm Center will host a four-day conference offering an opportunity for West Virginia farmers to learn how to adapt their enterprises to meet the rising demand for local foods while increasing profitability starting Wednesday (Feb. 26) at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center.
WVU Statler College to host VEX Robotics Competition
The West Virginia University Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Department of Mechanical, Materials and Aerospace Engineering will host the Mountaineer VEX Robotics Competition for the third year in a row.
WVU Statler College to celebrate Engineers Week
The West Virginia University Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources will celebrate the nationally recognized Engineers Week with engineering events and activities from Feb. 17-21.
WVU Academy of Distinguished Alumni inductees to be honored
The West Virginia University Academy of Distinguished Alumni induction ceremony, honoring five graduates for their achievements, will be held at 5:30 p.m. Friday (Feb. 7) at the Erickson Alumni Center.
WVU astrophysicists ‘not losing sleep’ about asteroid with slight chance of hitting Earth
An asteroid spotted in late December 2024 caught astronomers’ eyes and simulations to determine possible orbits indicate the object could strike Earth in 2032, but West Virginia University researchers say, while the asteroid bears watching, its odds of hitting the planet are small and shouldn’t cause worry.
No matter the weather, WVU staff members say finding ways to stay active is key
Offering a different kind of cold comfort, West Virginia University recreation and adventure professionals are providing tips for maintaining motivation to get moving during the winter months to support physical and mental health.
WVU Extension officials offer cold weather safety tips as temperatures plummet
With parts of the United States dealing with record-breaking cold, West Virginia University Extension experts are urging people to take extra precautions to keep themselves and their families safe. They are available to discuss prevention through proper planning and simple safety measures.
WVU toxicologist warns air pollutants from California fires will drift hundreds of miles, triggering breathing and cardiovascular problems
As the deadly California fires persisted into a second week, a West Virginia University air quality expert said people within hundreds of miles may experience the effects and that — beyond any immediate health concerns — a swift, thorough cleanup must occur to prevent lingering effects in the environment.
WVU paleoclimatologist predicts California fires will become ‘more extreme, more frequent, more widespread’
As the destruction continues with southern California’s wildfires that could be the costliest in U.S. history, one West Virginia University researcher said ongoing warm air temperatures and variable precipitation will lead to even more extreme fires in the future.