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WVU Statler College to host VEX Robotics Competition for first time

The West Virginia University Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources will host the VEX Robotics Competition Feb. 18-19, challenging student teams to design, build, program and drive a robot with the goal of preparing them to become future innovators.

A research sits at a long counter with flourescent lighting shining down. The research has shoulder length light brown hair, is wearing a brown sweater and has on blue latex gloves while working with lab equipment.
WVU students graduating wearing their navy blue caps and gowns with their arms wrapped around each other.
A soldier rings the bell at Oglebay Plaza on the WVU campus during a previously held Pearl Harbor Day ceremony. He is dressed in olive-colored clothing and is wearing a olive-colored hat. He is positioned partially behind the mast of the USS West Virginia
Students gather in front of the Mountainlair at a food vendor selling funnel cakes, lemonade and other treats for Mountaineer Week.

For 75th year, WVU Mountaineer Week celebrates Appalachian heritage

Musical performances, art demonstrations, food tastings, student competitions and other events, including the popular Arts and Craft Fair and Quilt Show, are part of the week’s festivities, Nov. 7-13, highlighting Appalachian traditions and culture.

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A pumpkin with a parachute falling from a building.
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WVU Homecoming Week filled with gold and blue pride

West Virginia University welcomes alumni and supporters to Morgantown for an expanded Homecoming Week. A combination of in-person and virtual events are planned with the WVU Alumni Association and many other groups to celebrate what makes being a Mountaineer great.

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