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Reminder: Register for Focus Forward on April 1, one week out

March 26, 2026

Students are encouraged to attend Focus Forward on Wednesday, April 1 at the Morgantown Marriott. 550+ people have already registered for this free event exploring how technologies like AI and robotics are shaping how we learn, work, and live. This is a fantastic networking opportunity to meet local, state and national leaders!

Schedule of events:
  • 8-9 a.m. – Networking breakfast and registration
  • 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. – Program featuring top national, state and local leaders
  • 4:30 - 6 p.m. – Optional reception hosted by Discover the Real West Virginia

Registration is free but required to attend both the conference and/or the reception.

$10,000 Grant and AWS Credit Opportunity:

To support ideas inspired by the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to apply for 1 of 2 grants of up to $10,000, and up to five projects will be eligible for $10,000 AWS credits.

Learn more about the Grants and AWS credits.

Find the full program, speaker lineup and registration details.