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West Virginia University Provost Reed becomes its third top administrator to leave
Maryanne Reed will retire as provost and vice president for academic affairs at West Virginia University at the end of September, the university said Thursday.Reed becomes the latest top official from the university to announce their departure. University President Gordon Gee is stepping down next June when his contract expires. Rob Alsop, the university's vice president for strategic initiatives, left at the end of January.Vice Provost Paul Kreider will become interim provost. The university said the search for a permanent provost will begin after its new president is selected.Reed played a key role last year as the university addressed a...
Students now permitted to carry guns on West Virginia college campuses
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (KDKA) -- Starting Monday, students on West Virginia University's campus were allowed to carry guns on campus grounds and all college campuses throughout West Virginia. It's thanks to the West Virginia Campus Self-Defense Act."Personally, I think it's a great idea. I was having a conversation with some of my buddies, and we all thought that was something that would occur in the near future, and we all thought that was a good idea," said West Virginia student Bryce Biggs.Regardless of whether students or faculty think it's a good or bad idea, the West Virginia legislature said yes to a...
West Virginia wrestling snags commitment from hometown heavyweight state champion
Earlier this week, WVU wrestling snagged a commitment from one of the top talents in the state of West Virginia -- and they didn't even have to leave town to find him. Brock Kehler, a senior at University High School in Morgantown, has announced he will be joining the Mountaineers after he wraps up his high school career this season. As a junior, Kehler competed in the 285-pound weight class and captured his third consecutive state championship.
Cottrell retires as CBHS principal, moves to OVAC president
BLACKSVILLE, W.Va. — After 23 years of service at Clay-Battelle High School, David Cottrell retired as the school’s principal at the end of the year to take up the role of president of the Ohio River Athletic Conference (OVAC). Cottrell came to Clay-Battelle High School as the assistant...
Mohigans look to continue steady progress in fifth season under Sean Biser
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Sean Biser came to Morgantown in the spring of 2020 to lead the Mohigans and after a disjointed first season due to the pandemic, MHS has increased their win total in each of the last three seasons with back-to-back-to-back playoff appearances. The stakes are raised higher as Biser enters his fifth season at the helm.
WVU CED launches autism support group for parents with children on evaluation waitlist
BUCKHANNON — The West Virginia University Center for Excellence in Disabilities (CED) is introducing a new initiative called Mind the Gap: Parent Education and Support Group. This program aims to provide guidance and assistance to families with children on the waitlist for autism evaluations or services. Parents with concerns about their child showing signs of autism spectrum disorder are also encouraged to join and gain insight.
Campus Carry law takes effects Monday
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Officials at WVU say they are ready for the Campus Self-Defense Act that takes effect Monday. The law, deemed campus carry, allows those with a valid concealed carry license to carry on college campuses in certain areas. Gov. Jim Justice signed the bill into law in March 2023, despite backlash from college administrators throughout the state.
Fundraising push continues for baseball/softball complex at University High School
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Plans for the construction of on-campus baseball and softball fields at University High School remain in place and organizers continue to push towards the fundraising target of $4 million. University High School was constructed in the Bakers Ridge section of Morgantown and opened in 2008. The...
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