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WVU to celebrate Appalachian heritage during Mountaineer Week

West Virginia University celebrates its rich Appalachian roots each year with a week of activities that showcases music, food, and arts and crafts from the Appalachian region. Mountaineer Week, now in its 77th year, begins Monday (Nov. 11) and continues through Sunday, Nov. 17.

WVU Mining Extension program boasts century-long legacy of excellence

For more than 100 years, the West Virginia University Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Mining Extension program has stood as a cornerstone of progress and education, shaping countless students’ careers and transforming the landscapes of both the mining industry and the Mountain State.

WVU poised for historic freshmen retention rate

A multi-year focus on student success at West Virginia University is showing record-breaking results. Preliminary enrollment figures for fall 2024 are nearly on target, including positive retention and persistence rates, despite the FAFSA challenges affecting higher education, according to a report from Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Maryanne Reed during the WVU Board of Governors regular meeting Friday (Sept. 20).

Metal detectors to be added to WVU athletic venues

The West Virginia University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will introduce walk-through metal detectors at its major athletic venues this fall. The new additions to the entrance gates expand on the University's campus safety procedures and will make their debut at the Aug. 31 football home opener against Penn State at Milan Puskar Stadium.