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WVU College of Law student brings military experiences to classroom

A West Virginia University College of Law student is using his experiences with the American Red Cross while serving with the United States Marine Corps to build a relationship between the organization and the University focused on International Humanitarian Law, the rules which seek to limit the effects of armed conflicts.

WVU to close July 3 for state holiday

West Virginia University, including WVU Institute of Technology, WVU Potomac State College, WVU Extension offices and WVU Research Corporation, will close Thursday (July 3) following an announcement from Gov. Patrick Morrisey extending the Independence Day holiday weekend for state employees.

Richards elected WVU Foundation Board chair

J. Wayne Richards will serve a two-year term as chairman of the West Virginia University Foundation Board of Directors. The 1981 mining engineering alumnus is president and CEO of GR Energy Services based in Sugar Land, Texas.

VanGilder named WVU Potomac State College Outstanding Student of the Year

During the West Virginia University Potomac State College annual Recognition Day Awards Ceremony, Hartley VanGilder was announced as the 2025 Outstanding Student of the Year, earning her the distinction of serving as the student speaker during this year’s Commencement ceremony.