By Michael QueenFor The Office of WV Secretary of State Kris Warner Charleston – “Today is a giant leap forward for entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship in West Virginia,” said WV Secretary of State Kris Warner after Governor Morrisey signed Senate Bill 878 into law creating the WV Office of Entrepreneurship. The bill was signed yesterday at[Read More…]
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WVU Day of Giving brings in over $22M to make a difference across the University
By Bill NevinFor WVU, Today Supporters of West Virginia University made a record number of gifts and contributed more than $22 million during the University’s ninth Day of Giving Wednesday (March 25). Over 24 hours, alumni and friends provided more than 11,000 gifts to make an impact across the University system, including WVU Health Sciences, WVU Medicine, WVU[Read More…]
UC Earns 2026-27 Gold Military Friendly® Designation
By Carrie StollingsFor University of Charleston Charleston – The University of Charleston has again been recognized for its dedication to supporting those who serve. The university has been named a 2026-2027 Gold-Level Military Friendly® School by Viqtory Media for its efforts to create sustainable, meaningful educational pathways for members of[Read More…]
Governor Morrisey and First Lady to Host Annual Rhododendron Roll; Easter celebration to be held at the State Capitol Complex on March 28, 2026
Charleston — Governor Patrick Morrisey and First Lady Denise Morrisey invite West Virginians to attend the Annual Rhododendron Roll, a family-friendly Easter celebration set to be held on Saturday, March 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the State Capitol Complex. Event activities will take place on the back[Read More…]
Paul J. Nyden Graduate Scholarship Established During Today’s WVU Day of Giving with the West Virginia Press Association Foundation
By Mary EspositoFor WVU Day of Giving Today is WVU Day of Giving! As part of the day, the West Virginia Press Association Foundation—through an anonymous gift—has established the Paul J. Nyden Graduate Scholarship at the WVU Reed School of Media and Communications in honor and memory of Paul. This scholarship celebrates Paul’s legacy[Read More…]
WVU Day of Giving establishes the Paul J. Nyden Graduate Scholarship with The West Virginia Press Association Foundation
By Mary EspositoFor WVU Day of Giving As part of WVU Day of Giving on Wednesday, March 25, the West Virginia Press Association Foundation—through an anonymous gift—has established the Paul J. Nyden Graduate Scholarship at the WVU Reed School of Media and Communications in honor and memory of Paul. This[Read More…]
Governor Morrisey Invites Students to Apply for West Virginia Governor’s Internship Program; Paid summer internships offer one hour of college credit for the first time ever
By Lauren BodnarFor West Virginia Governor’s Internship Program Charleston — Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced that applications are now open for the West Virginia Governor’s Internship Program, an initiative that connects college students with meaningful summer employment across the state’s government agencies. Through 9- to 13-week paid internships, students will gain[Read More…]
Hourly, all-day challenges to boost WVU Day of Giving
WVU Today Alumni and friends will have the opportunity to amplify the impact of their gifts Wednesday (March 25) during Day of Giving at West Virginia University. The 24-hour fundraising event, organized by the WVU Foundation, is in its ninth year, encompassing the entire WVU System and raising over $142 million since 2017. “There[Read More…]
Nation’s 250th Commemorated With Lectures That Examine America’s Roots
By Kyle WarmackFor The West Virginia Humanities Council Charleston – This year, the West Virginia Humanities Council is looking back to American basics for inspiration during the nation’s 250th birthday. The organization’s annual Little Lectures series and Betsy K. McCreight Lecture in the Humanities all focus on founding principles and[Read More…]
Fossil Day to Take Place at Grave Creek Complex; Learn about the past with hands-on activities
By Lauren BodnarFor The West Virginia Department of Tourism Moundsville – Fossil Day will take place on Saturday, March 28, at Grave Creek Mound Archaeological Complex in Moundsville from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is free and open to all ages, with special access to the Carnegie Museum[Read More…]
