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Commencement

A graduate wearing a blue graduation gown and cap holds a blue diploma holder while crossing in front of dignataries during Commencement ceremonies.
A graduate wearing a blue cap and gown squeezes their eyes as they hug a faculty member after receiving their diploma packet.
A drone photo shows Woodburn Hall with snow on its roof.
A WVU student sits in the audience during a Commencement ceremony with her arm around a female child seated next to her.
Photograph of new graduates arm in arm during Commencement ceremonies at WVU.
A graduate wearing a gold cap and gown with a white sash and multiple cords smiles after crossing the Commencement stage. Other graduates can be seen in the background.
Two graduates wearing navy blue caps and gowns smile with their arms around each other while singing 'Country Roads' to celebrate their graduations.
The eight Order of Augusta recipients are shown in a grid.

Top WVU seniors named, eight honored with 2024 Order of Augusta

Eight members of the West Virginia University Class of 2024 who have made remarkable achievements across academic disciplines while using the power of purpose to serve others and foster innovation for a sustainable future are among the talented student leaders honored with the Order of Augusta, the most prestigious University student award.

A WVU grad hugs her father wearing a decorated mortar board that says: To my village, thank you.
A group of female actresses perform Cinderella in brightly colored costumes.