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WVU Today | Harrison County native named 72nd WVU Mountaineer mascot Driven by a love for his home state and gratitude for the opportunities West Virginia University has provided him, Reese Allen will don the buckskins and coonskin cap as the next Mountaineer mascot.

Harrison County native named 72nd WVU Mountaineer mascot

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01.03.2026 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | WVU president teaches the past to inspire the future at Monongalia County middle school Combining his interests in education, history and recruitment, West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson is taking what he’s learned about the Mountain State since becoming a resident direc...

WVU president teaches the past to inspire the future at Monongalia County middle school πŸ’›πŸ’™

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27.02.2026 21:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | EXPERT PITCH: As Pikachu turns 30, a WVU gaming expert says PokΓ©mon’s longevity is about characters, not competition The PokΓ©mon universe celebrates its 30th birthday on Friday (Feb. 27). According to a West Virginia University expert on game design and interactive media, over those three decades, the Nintendo franc...

As Pikachu turns 30, a WVU gaming expert says PokΓ©mon’s longevity is about characters, not competition

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24.02.2026 16:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | WVU to β€˜seed’ innovation in support of Strategic Compass β€œWe’re seeking initial investors now and will be encouraging anyone who wants to be part of the future of West Virginia University to support our efforts during the Day of Giving on March 25,” Preside...

WVU to β€˜seed’ innovation in support of Strategic Compass

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20.02.2026 19:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | WVU seeks applications from aspiring leaders for Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship 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 lasti...

WVU seeks applications from aspiring leaders for Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship

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19.02.2026 19:49 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
WVU Today | WVU neuroscientist searches for reasons for resiliency in brain

WVU neuroscientist searches for reasons for resiliency in brain

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16.02.2026 17:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A snowy view of the state capitol building, with a gold dome and lights surrounding the exterior

A snowy view of the state capitol building, with a gold dome and lights surrounding the exterior

Hello, Charleston. It's @westvirginiau.bsky.social Day at the Legislature.

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04.02.2026 13:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | Advancing education and discovery, Don and Linda Brodie endow WVU Eberly College deanship with $5M gift 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 enrich...

Advancing education and discovery, Don and Linda Brodie endow WVU Eberly College deanship with $5M gift

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03.02.2026 13:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | WVU releases Dean’s, President’s and graduate lists for Fall 2025 West Virginia University has released its Fall 2025 Dean’s and President’s lists, as well as the full list of graduates for the fall semester.

WVU releases Dean’s, President’s and graduate lists for Fall 2025

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29.01.2026 14:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The Mountaineer statue is shown under snow cover in front of a snow-covered tree and colorful mural.

The Mountaineer statue is shown under snow cover in front of a snow-covered tree and colorful mural.

WVU Alert: WVU cancels in-person classes for Tuesday (Jan. 27) and continues remote work for most employees. Read more ➑️ go.wvu.edu/4gbd1

26.01.2026 23:44 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | In service to state, WVU, WVU Health System pump more than $14B into West Virginia economy, landmark study finds Conducted by national consulting firm Tripp Umbach, what is the most comprehensive study to date quantifies the combined annual statewide impact of West Virginia University and the WVU Health System β€”...

In service to state, WVU, WVU Health System pump more than $14B into West Virginia economy, landmark study finds

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26.01.2026 14:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A red graphic includes the words WVU Alert in white along with @wvusafety on X and alert.wvu.edu.

WVU Alert: WVU cancels in-person classes Monday (Jan. 26), shifts to remote work for most employees. Details are here ➑️ go.wvu.edu/4gbbq

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The Downtown area of the WVU Morgantown Campus is shown in snow with PRT trackis running by Reynolds Hall.

The Downtown area of the WVU Morgantown Campus is shown in snow with PRT trackis running by Reynolds Hall.

WVU Alert: WVU Morgantown Campus in-person classes will start late Thursday (Jan. 15). Details are here ➑️ go.wvu.edu/4gb9d

15.01.2026 03:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thanks to the West Virginia Press Association for organizing a timely and informative Legislative Lookahead before the Wednesday (Jan. 14) start of the session. Presenters included Brad Price and John Deskins with the John Chambers College who discussed workforce development in West Virginia

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A woman looks down at her phone and holds a drink in another hand as she walks down snowy steps.

Welcome back, Mountaineers! Spring Semester 2026 is officially underway! πŸ“š

12.01.2026 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | WVU hires experienced scientist, academic leader to serve as provost and vice president for academic affairs Following a national search focused on the academic future of West Virginia University, President Michael T. Benson is announcing the hiring of Beverly Wendland, an accomplished scholar and academic l...

WVU hires experienced scientist, academic leader to serve as provost and vice president for academic affairs

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08.01.2026 15:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A winter blue sky is shown over the tops of Woodburn Hall and Martin Hall on the Downtown area of campus. A bare white tree branch crosses the top of the frame.

A winter blue sky is shown over the tops of Woodburn Hall and Martin Hall on the Downtown area of campus. A bare white tree branch crosses the top of the frame.

WVU to provide additional full-day β€˜floating’ holiday for leave-eligible employees

Read more ➑️ go.wvu.edu/4gb6o

30.12.2025 14:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Holiday decorations are shown in gold, red and green in close up while hanging from a tree. A gold ball with the words 'West Virginia' on it is highlighted.

Holiday decorations are shown in gold, red and green in close up while hanging from a tree. A gold ball with the words 'West Virginia' on it is highlighted.

WVU announces half-day closure for Dec. 30 and full-day closure for Jan. 2 in observance of extended state holiday

Read more ➑️ go.wvu.edu/4gb5s

22.12.2025 15:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
WVU President Michael T. Benson wears gold and blue regalia as he congratulates graduates wearing gold and blue caps and gowns as they cross the Commencement stage.

WVU President Michael T. Benson wears gold and blue regalia as he congratulates graduates wearing gold and blue caps and gowns as they cross the Commencement stage.

Go, @westvirginiau.bsky.social graduates. Be awesome.

See full coverage of today's (Dec. 20) Commencement ceremonies at the Hope Coliseum ➑️ go.wvu.edu/4gb5p

Congratulations, graduates! πŸ’›πŸ’™

20.12.2025 21:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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December Commencement, 2025 | 2:00 pm Ceremony | West Virginia University YouTube video by West Virginia University

Today (Dec. 20), @WestVirginiaU continues its Commencement celebration at Hope Coliseum. πŸŽ“

The 2 p.m. ceremony includes WVU Eberly College, College of Law, College of Creative Arts and Media, and College of Applied Human Sciences.

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December Commencement, 2025 | 9:00 am Ceremony | West Virginia University YouTube video by West Virginia University

Today (Dec. 20), @westvirginiau.bsky.social celebrates Commencement at Hope Coliseum. πŸŽ“

The 9 a.m. ceremony includes the WVU School of Public Health, School of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Dentistry, Chambers College, Davis College and Statler College.

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20.12.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | WVU president reports positive University outlook to Board of Governors as year closes A day ahead of pomp and circumstance for thousands of West Virginia University graduates at the Hope Coliseum, President Michael T. Benson told members of the Board of Governors Friday (Dec. 19) the U...

WVU president reports positive University outlook to Board of Governors as year closes

19.12.2025 18:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A group of men have a conversation while sitting at a table

Today (Dec. 11) is the final day of classes for the Fall 2025 Semester! Good luck to all students on your finals as Winter Recess quickly approaches. ❄️

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"With Mariah Carey and Wham! saturating airwaves with their holiday tunes, it’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas. But if all you want for Christmas is a reprieve from stereotypical Christmas music, you’re not alone."

Florian Walch offers insight on countercultural music.

09.12.2025 20:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | MEDIA ADVISORY: WVU president tour stops in Nicholas County rescheduled due to weather West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson will take his β€œWelcome Home Tour” of the Mountain State to Nicholas County on Monday, Dec. 15. Events previously scheduled for Dec. 8 were canceled...

MEDIA ADVISORY: WVU president tour stops in Nicholas County rescheduled due to weather

08.12.2025 19:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | WVU to close early Tuesday (Nov. 25) in observance of half-day state holiday Following a proclamation from Gov. Patrick Morrisey granting state employees a half-day off ahead of Thanksgiving, West Virginia University is announcing an early closure for Tuesday (Nov. 25).

WVU to close early Tuesday (Nov. 25) in observance of half-day state holiday

24.11.2025 14:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A blue sky hangs over a brick building, empty sidewalk and tree with orange leaves.

A blue sky hangs over a brick building, empty sidewalk and tree with orange leaves.

Enjoy Fall Recess, Mountaineers! Classes will resume Monday, Dec. 1. πŸ¦ƒ

21.11.2025 16:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | EXPERT PITCH: WVU voice pro takes on the big notes in β€˜Wicked’ Vocal specialist Leah Heater with the West Virginia University College of Creative Arts and Media discusses why β€œDefying Gravity” tops the list of vocal challenges in β€œWicked,” why raw talent alone wo...

EXPERT PITCH: WVU voice pro takes on the big notes in β€˜Wicked’ πŸ’šπŸ’•

20.11.2025 19:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WVU Today | Glowing up, WVU invites community to Woodburn Hall holiday lighting ceremony Marking the return of a beloved tradition, West Virginia University will β€œdeck the hall” β€” the iconic Woodburn Hall β€” by welcoming students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the community to the ...

Glowing up, WVU invites community to Woodburn Hall holiday lighting ceremony 🌟

19.11.2025 17:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Five women and a man stand for a posed photo in front of a PRSA banner

Five women and a man stand for a posed photo in front of a PRSA banner

Thanks to the PRSA West Virginia Chapter for a great time at the "Night of Honors." Shauna Johnson, executive director of Strategic Communications, accepted the award for Practitioner of the Year alongside several current and past employees. Congratulations to all the winners!

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