Join us at the Media Innovation Center from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday (April 1) to play physical and digital games created by regional independent game studios.
“Easter eggs” will be awarded to participants for a chance at winning prizes.
President Gordon Gee will deliver a spring State of the University address at 10 a.m. today (March 27) in the Mountainlair Ballrooms. Gee’s address will be followed by an audience Q&A session.
Two buses will be available for those traveling between campuses to and from the event.
People with Competition® high on their CliftonStrengths® assessments measure their progress against the performance of others. They strive to win first place and revel in contests. They are motivated by comparison and aspire to be the best.
Competition® is an outstanding strength in Mountaineers. We’re known to be energetic, intense and striving for best. Driven by exceptional aspirations, Mountaineers with Competition® go far by working hard.
Are you exceptionally skilled in Competition®? If so, learn more by signing up for a one-on-one Strengths coaching session through the Purpose Center.
Don’t know if you have Competition® in your top five? Reach out to purpose@mail.wvu.edu to request your free CliftonStrengths® assessment today. The online assessment takes about an hour and is available to WVU students, faculty and staff at no cost.
In the coming weeks, watch Unews for details on all 34 CliftonStrengths® themes.
As you dig into your strengths, you’ll be able to grow your natural talents and apply them to your life at WVU and your future endeavors.
WVU will engage in multiple ways during the 2023 Bridging Innovation Week in Wheeling, April 17-21.
The goal is to promote and foster entrepreneurship by bringing together ecosystem members, entrepreneurs and educators. Engaging events offered from across the state will focus on creating more opportunities in West Virginia and cultivating a thriving, entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Supporters of West Virginia University donated a record $18.1 million Wednesday (March 22) during the University’s sixth Day of Giving. More than 8,200 gifts were made during the 24-hour online fundraising event held across the University system, also a new record. The $18.1 million figure tops 2022’s WVU Day of Giving record of $15.5 million raised from just over 5,600 gifts.
“As we look ahead, we have a perfect opportunity to further transform the West Virginia University system to best meet the current and future needs of our students, faculty and staff, and to fulfill our land-grant promise,” President Gordon Gee said. “I am thankful for the support from our generous donors, which will help us chart our University’s direction for years to come.”
On Tuesday, March 28, a portion of parking lot ST-6 at the President’s House will be closed. The remainder of the lot will remain open.
During these times, parking is available in on the Evansdale area of campus, like ST-1 at the Art Museum, ST-4 at the Rec Center or ST-9 at Evansdale Crossing.
Normal parking lot access will resume on Wednesday, March 29.
For the latest transportation and parking news, follow @WVUparking on Twitter and Facebook. For information and updates on the PRT, follow @WVUPRTstatus on Twitter. You can also visit the Transportation website for more information.
The West Virginia Division of Highways began a road-widening project this week along Beechurst Avenue extending from Campus Drive to University Avenue.
As part of the project, this area of Beechurst Avenue will be reduced to two-way traffic for the next several months. Work is expected to be completed in early August prior to the beginning of the fall semester.
Well-being encompasses more than just the physical — it’s the mind, body and spirit — and it’s a shared responsibility of the health, wellness and well-being units and programs across the University.
Resources and help are within reach for managing stress, sleep, nutrition, relationships, substance use, mental health, self-care and more. The new WVU well-being website makes it easy to find these resources and information quickly.
People with Communication® high on their CliftonStrengths® assessments generally find it easy to put their thoughts into words. They are good conversationalists and presenters, and they bring attention to messages that must be heard. They have a love for stories and storytellers.
Communication® is a remarkable strength in Mountaineers. We’re known to be engaging, outspoken and inviting. Friendly and expressive, Mountaineers with Communication® go far by creating energy in understanding.
Are you exceptionally talented in Communication®? If so, learn more by signing up for a one-on-one Strengths coaching session through the Purpose Center. Another option is to register for a virtual Strengths-Based Goal Setting workshop specifically for students from 3-4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29.
Don’t know if you have Communication® in your top five? Reach out to purpose@mail.wvu.edu to request your free CliftonStrengths® assessment today. The online assessment takes about an hour and is available to WVU students, faculty and staff at no cost.
Watch Unews for the rest of the semester for details on all 34 CliftonStrengths® themes.
When you understand your strengths, you are able to lean into what you are naturally skilled at while also
The campus community is invited to join President Gordon Gee on Monday (March 27) for a spring State of the University address.
The event will begin at 10 a.m. in the Mountainlair Ballrooms. Gee’s address will be followed by an audience Q&A session.
People exceptionally talented in the Command® theme on their CliftonStrengths® assessments have presence. They can take control of a situation and make decisions. They are opinionated, persuasive and driven.
Command® is a powerful strength in Mountaineers. We’re known to be leaders, decisive and inspiring. Mountaineers with Command® go far by leading with confidence.
Are you exceptionally skilled in Command®? If so, learn more by signing up for a one-on-one Strengths coaching session through the Purpose Center. Another option is to register for a virtual Strengths-Based Goal Setting workshop specifically for students from 3-4 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29).
Don’t know if you have Command® in your top five? Reach out to purpose@mail.wvu.edu to request your free CliftonStrengths® assessment today. The online assessment takes about an hour and is available to WVU students, faculty and staff at no cost.
Watch Unews for details on all 34 CliftonStrengths® themes.
Learning about your talents allows you to invest in your natural gifts and utilize them to strengthen your abilities and improve your time here at WVU.
The Pi Day 3.14 Miler is a 5k run/walk within the Morgantown City Limits, Evansdale Community, and the WVU Campus starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 1.
The options for registration will include online or race-day registration. Online general registration will be $15 and will close on March 31, and all race day registration will be $20. This fee will include the admission/participation fee.
Bridging Innovation Week is the state’s premier entrepreneurship event. The five-day annual symposium provides promotional, educational, and business development opportunities for business owners, current and prospective entrepreneurs, and entrepreneur-serving organizations (ESOs) throughout West Virginia. Whether you’re just starting or looking to scale, this is the place to explore entrepreneurship opportunities in the Mountain State!
There are two pitch competitions the LaunchLab is assisting with. The Arts Pitch Competition and the Veteran Pitch Competition. Any artist is encouraged to apply for the Arts Pitch Competition below. If you are a veteran or have a family member who is a veteran please consider applying for the Veteran Pitch Competition below!
/ Applications are open now..
/ Applications close April 1 2023.
Arts Application: https://forms.gle/MPK3q1uqa6vMKRAN6
Veteran Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3UCdzfa0ZBle6OavW68-MJJOqT-bqbyOGegW-qrFRSrjhzw/viewform
Muslims around the world will observe the holy month of Ramadan starting March 23. During the holy month, Muslims abstain from food, drink and sexual relations from dawn to dusk for 29-30 days.
They aim to optimize their acts of worship by praying in congregation, reflecting upon the Quran, donating to charities, and more. This is a time that Muslims look forward to because they spend more time with their friends and families eating delicious food, and bonding over their love for Islam, the religion of peace. Muslim students will continue being the productive students they are while making the most of the holy month.
The Muslim Students' Association at WVU will be host weekly events during the month of Ramadan open to Muslims and non-Muslims. These events will include Iftars, the meal that is eaten to break their fast. The first Iftar will be catered from Chaang Thai at 7:20 .m. on March 23 at the local mosque at 434 Harding Ave, Morgantown. Please join us!
Become a member of the MSA on Engage and follow their Instagram (@msawvu) to keep up with their events.
Join the DDEI team's Prevention Education Specialist for a weekly AdvoChat! These chats are a chance to learn basics about advocacy, consent, healthy relationships, and the prevention of power-based personal violence, sexual violence, and gender-based violence.
The WVU Council for Gender Equity, which works to promote the equality of women in the University and local community, is seeking applicants for membership. Applications will be accepted through March 31.
Help honor Women’s History Month by participating in the WVU Go with the Flow Clothing Drive to support local middle school students who unexpectedly bleed through their clothing during the school day.
The WVU Women’s Resource Center, Center for Community Engagement and Heath Sciences Diversity, Equity and Inclusion unit are teaming up to hold the month-long drive to collect women’s and men’s clothing items. Pants, shorts, skirts, dresses and new underwear in all sizes from XXS to XXXL are needed to replace soiled clothing.
Items may be dropped off between March 1 and March 31 at the WRC Lounge (236 Arnold Hall), the Pylons or outside the student lounge or bookstore on the Health Sciences campus, the Center for Women’s and Gender Studies (505D Hodges Hall) or the student lounge in Knapp Hall.
The West Virginia Mountaineer Short Film Festival takes place April 14 and 15 on the Mountainlair Green and the Creative Arts Center.
We are looking for STUDENT videos and films. These may include short narratives, comedies, thrillers, tiktoks, animations, time-lapses, 3D, stop motion, remixes, sci/fi, documentaries, music videos – anything goes! All genres are encouraged.
The Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion seeks responsible and model WVU students who embrace, respect, and value diversity and appreciate creating inclusive environments for all Mountaineers.