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Demonstrating results of hard work and determination, WVU employee will cross Commencement stage to become a graduate

A series of events helped shape the journey to graduation for Robin Anderson, a program coordinator for the Office of Communications, Marketing and Technology in the West Virginia University Division for Land-Grant Engagement. On Saturday (Dec. 21), Anderson will receive a Regents Bachelor of Arts, a degree program that is designed to allow working people to juggle professional and personal commitments.

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WVU employee Heather Hanks shown here at the WVU School of Medicine wearing a white shirt under a navy blue WVU-branded jacket.

WVU project specialist serves as source of positivity and encouragement for Rural Track students

When it comes to the student learning experience, the small things matter. Amid classes, examinations, rotations and extensive studying, a friendly face and words of encouragement can significantly affect a busy student. These small interactions and affirmations drive Heather Hanks, program specialist with the West Virginia University Rural Track in the School of Medicine.

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Giving back: WVU students volunteer with help from private scholarship support

A West Virginia University student is continuing on the path of service he started while in high school — as a volunteer for community canned food drives, trail maintenance and garbage cleanup projects — thanks to private scholarship support. Izaak Whetsell, an Elkins native, is among 24 students to benefit from a recent $100,000 gift made by WVU alumnus Andrew S. Good.

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College of Law graduate shares time and treasure to benefit WVU for 40-plus years

Over the last half century, few Mountaineers can say they’ve left their mark on West Virginia University like James “Jim” Gardill. Now in his late 70s, Gardill looks back on his relationship with the University as one of appreciation and mutual commitment to what makes the state’s flagship institution so special.

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'The Pat McAfee Show' to highlight Rich Rodriguez introductory press conference at WVU

West Virginia University Vice President and Director of Athletics Wren Baker will introduce Rich Rodriguez, the 36th Mountaineer head football coach, at 1:30 p.m. Friday (Dec. 13) at the Coliseum. Starting at noon, the event, which is open to the public, will feature “The Pat McAfee Show,” hosted by former WVU kicker/punter and ESPN GameDay analyst Pat McAfee.

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Rich Rodriguez named West Virginia’s 36th football coach

Rodriguez, winner of 190 games and 12 outright or shared conference or division championships, will be the 36th head football coach at West Virginia University, Vice President and Director of Athletics Wren Baker announced Thursday (Dec. 12).