Aspiring leaders with an affinity for West Virginia may be eligible for the Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship, named for the difference-maker and philanthropist whose generosity has made a lasting impression in the Mountain State. Applications are due March 15.
The gift to the West Virginia University School of Dentistry from 1978 graduate Dr. Tom Arkle will strengthen education for future generations of residents enrolled in the postgraduate orthodontics program.
West Virginia University empowered budding innovator Don Brodie to succeed by nurturing his passion for science and sense of curiosity. More than 50 years later, Brodie and his wife, Linda, are enriching academics, research and more to help future generations excel with a $5 million gift to strengthen leadership at the WVU Eberly College of Arts and Sciences.
Despite never attending West Virginia University, Monongalia County native Margaret Frances Verbonic Hodges is empowering future students through an estate gift establishing the Michael Verbonic, Jr. Memorial Scholarship in memory of her brother, a WVU graduate. The endowed scholarship will provide unrestricted support for a student.
In recognition of their dedication and leadership, the West Virginia University Foundation is honoring Milan Puskar Outstanding Philanthropists David and Jo Ann Shaw and Outstanding Philanthropic Corporation Hope Gas.
The West Virginia Public Education Collaborative, housed at West Virginia University, and the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation will continue their efforts to support passionate teachers across the Mountain State who create innovative learning experiences for their students.
When Woodrow A. Potesta Professor of Law Charles DiSalvo was sorting out the idea of a Center for Law and Public Service at the West Virginia University College of Law, he was swinging for the fences.
Each year, West Virginia University recognizes a select group of outstanding Mountaineers who exemplify true dedication, pride and service to the University community as part of the annual WVU Mountaineer Week celebration. These individuals make a lasting impact on the lives of others and help keep the Mountaineer spirit strong.
The Division of Student Life will posthumously recognize Doug Skaff Jr. as the recipient of the Outstanding Achievement Award and induct Michael Ellington and Sonja Wilson into the 2025 Hall of Fame during a ceremony beginning at 4 p.m. Monday (Oct. 6) in the Mountainlair Ballrooms.
Tapping into the power of optics, the West Virginia University skyline will become brighter with planned improvements in the coming months for the iconic University Water Tower on the Evansdale area of campus.