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Did WVU see best of Oklahoma State in 2023, are Cowboys better in 2024?
The first act of West Virginia's 2024 football schedule deserves some attention. Not only are the Mountaineers the rare team facing two major-conference opponents in non-conference play, but they played Penn State and Pitt a season ago. Big 12 play begins with a home game against Kansas, and tough, no, they did not play last season, WVU ought to have a much better idea what to expect this time around. The first of the season's two opening weeks follows before a road game against Oklahoma State, and there's familiarity there, too.
WVU to use online survey in presidential search
Presidential Search Committee chair Patrice Harris announced Wednesday via a letter to the campus community that an online survey will be used to assist in the ongoing presidential search, according to a WVU Today release. The survey consists of four questions: “What do you see as key attractions for this...
WVU fall camp preview: Defensive Line
It's about that time again, which is crazy because it feels like just yesterday I was writing the spring camp previews. Back then, football preparation was taking a backseat to the pending basketball coaching search. This time around, fall camp will be in the spotlight of the WVU sports world. Today we continue the position-by-position preview for preseason camp. The Mountaineers went 9-4 last season, including beating up on UNC in a bowl game that ended with Neal Brown being covered in mayonnaise. West Virginia football enters the 2024 season with significant wind in its sails, so fall camp should be particularly interesting to watch next month. At this current time, there is no media access schedule.
Grants or Gifts Relating to Women in Higher Education
Here is this week’s news of grants and gifts that may be of particular interest to women in higher education. has received new funding from the United States Department of Health and Human Services in support of the West Virginia Health Start/Helping Appalachian Parents and Infants (HAPI) program. The initiative offers support to local health organizations in communities with high rates of infant mortality and negative maternal health outcomes. Over the next five years, HAPI will receive $1.1 million annually to support operations in existing participating communities, as well as expand operations to four new West Virginia counties.
Learn More About Country Roads Trust Director of Operations Taylor Scarnato
As a follow up to our breaking news about Country Roads Trust hiring a new Director of Operations, WV Sports Now spoke with Taylor Scarnato about her new role. Scarnato answered some questions to provide WVU fans with more insight about her and how this new position will impact West Virginia sports.
WVU Police Department welcomes new explosives detection K-9
MORGANTOWN, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The WVU Police Department has a new addition to its team: Chuck, a yellow Labrador retriever born in February 2023. Handled by Officer Ethan Stepp, Chuck is a specially trained explosives detection K-9. Explosives detection K-9s play an important role in ensuring the safety of the campus community and the surrounding […]
Former collegiate runner overcomes cancer diagnosis and graduates with 4.0 GPA
MORGANTOWN W.Va (WDTV/Gray News) - Petal Palmer used to spend her days running as a cross country and track athlete for West Virginia University. But her life’s passion for running took a turn when she was diagnosed with cancer back in 2022 at just 20 years old. “My reality,...
WVU Cancer Institute to open outpatient clinic for geriatric cancer patients
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, the primary focus of medical care becomes the cancer itself, with other conditions taking the back seat. However, older adults can have chronic medical problems and other physical, cognitive, and social needs that cannot be overlooked. The new, outpatient...
American Idol runner-up HunterGirl to perform in Morgantown Friday
MORGANTOWN, W.Va (WDTV) - Country music star HunterGirl will be performing in Morgantown tonight. HunterGirl came in second place on American Idol’s twentieth season in 2022. She will perform at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater as part of the Ruby Summer Concert Series. Kate Boytek will open the show...
Identity is the key word for WVU in the first offseason under DeVries
For West Virginia head coach Darian DeVries, it's safe to say the last few months have probably been a whirlwind. DeVries, who was announced as WVU's next head men's basketball coach in the spring, was tasked with building an entirely new roster and coaching staff. Now, with the pieces assembled he looks to solidify his team's identity as they head towards the start of the school year.
How CJ Donaldson could remind people who he is in upcoming season
Two seasons ago, nobody knew the name CJ Donaldson. He was just a low rated TE recruit that came to West Virginia and was moved to running back for more depth at the position. But in the first game of the season against Pitt, Donaldson exploded for 125 yards on just seven carries.
WV Sports Now Daily Notebook – July 26
The West Virginia Sports Now Daily Notebook is a daily recap of news concerning West Virginia University Athletics. Loved spending my 16th Birthday in Morgantown last night! Thanks for having me @Coach__Lal @NealBrown_WVU ! @trey_neyer @WVUfootball #HailWV pic.twitter.com/Af30wfwFfz. — BJ Garrett (@BJGarrett_15) July 26, 2024. Update (11:30 AM) – Breaking...
Recap of High School Players Who Took Part in WVU Football Camp
Before fall camp for the current WVU football team gets underway, a select group of high school players were able to experience a camp of their own at the home of the Mountaineers on Thursday. Players worked out together, took part in drills, talked with coaches and were able to...
Small gains could lead to a big leap in 2024 for West Virginia
West Virginia made the major leap from five to nine wins a season ago but in order to see even more success in 2024 there's a blueprint on how to reach that goal. There’s a major difference in going from nine to 11 wins but the good news is that the Mountaineers won’t need to overhaul most of what they were already doing according to head coach Neal Brown.
Volunteers needed for residence hall move-in
Faculty and staff volunteers are needed to help ensure a smooth move-in process for all residents and their families from Aug. 15-17. Cardboard recycling help is also needed. Sign up for a move-in slot. For questions, contact Matthew Richardson at M.Richardson@mail.wvu.edu.
Research study seeking adults with physically active jobs
University researchers are looking for healthy adults with physically active jobs to participate in a research study seeking to understand the effects of physical activity at work on cardiovascular health. The study involves two visits to a WVU laboratory lasting approximately one hour and then wearing monitors measuring physical activity...
WVU researcher’s martial arts outreach helps families affected by autism grapple with stress
Jeanette Garcia joins WKMZ’s “The Morning Spiel” to discuss her program that, with the help of University students, works with children with autism spectrum disorder. Soon, parents and caregivers will be getting involved to learn how both kids and parents can benefit from practicing the martial arts together, as a family.
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