Nine students who are employed in jobs designed to provide meaningful experiences and opportunities for growth in the Division of Student Life are the recipients of the Herman and Kathryn Moses Scholarship.
Nominated by their work supervisors, the recipients demonstrate strong leadership abilities, and have made a positive impact on their fellow students and the units that they serve.
“This time of year is always special as we take a moment to recognize the incredible student employees in the Division of Student Life,” Dean of Students Corey Farris said. “These students excel in the classroom while also making significant contributions to our University through their work across various Student Life offices.
“Their dedication to WVU is truly inspiring, and there’s no better way to honor their hard work than by celebrating them — and the lasting impact Herman Moses, a longtime Student Life administrator.”
The award recipients are as follows:
Larry Brumfield is a sophomore sport management major from Uniontown, Pennsylvania, who works as an office assistant for the Dean of Students. “This scholarship is the result of all of my hard work and dedication to WVU. Thank you to all of my peers and professors for pushing me to work harder,” Brumfield said. “Let’s Go, Mountaineers!”
Matthew Grob is a junior accounting major from Belmont, Ohio, who also serves as an office assistant for the Dean of Students. “This award means a lot to me because I have enjoyed every day working with Dean Corey Farris and helping his assistant Gretchen with the Student Life Farmers Market. Being awarded a scholarship to continue my education means a lot to me,” Grob said.
Caitlin McCarthy is a senior communications sciences and disorders major from Cleveland, Ohio, who serves as a student worker in the Office of Students Rights and Responsibilities. “I am truly grateful for this scholarship because I have worked in Student Life for four years and truly love it,” McCarthy said. “I work in a great environment and I would recommend working here to everyone.”
Katie Merrill is a graduate student in the School of Counseling and Well-Being from Morgantown who serves as a graduate assistant with the Collegiate Recovery Program. “This award is uplifting to students who are dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of others,” Merrill said. “I’m deeply grateful to be recognized in the spirit of Herman and Kathryn Moses whose legacy is rooted in compassion, perseverance and creating opportunities for others.”
Dario Messina is a senior nursing major from Smithsburg, Maryland, who works as an operations supervisor with Campus Recreation. “It’s an honor being chosen for this scholarship, especially when you realize how big the Division of Student Life is,” Messina said. “Sometimes you feel like your consistent work may go unnoticed, but whenever you’re given a scholarship like this it reminds you that your work really matters.”
Cole Newland is a senior mathematics and civil engineering dual major from Carmichaels, Pennsylvania, who works as a student assistant with Campus Recreation. “This reward means a lot to me as it shows that my work and dedication isn’t just noticed by my coworkers, but it is creating a lasting effect noticed by others as well,” Newland said. “I have learned so much in this job, and I cannot wait to implement my personal and professional growth into my future career.”
Katherine Payne is a junior communications sciences and disorders major from Berkeley Springs who serves as a member services assistant in Campus Recreation. “The scholarship represents an investment in my future and a recognition of my hard work and dedication. It not only eases the financial burden of my education, but also motivates me to continue striving for academic and personal excellence,” Payne said.
Isabel Perez is a senior computer science and petroleum and natural gas engineering dual major from Woodbridge, Virginia, who serves as a night operations worker in Housing and Residence Life. “Being selected for this scholarship is a significant milestone in my academic journey. This support allows me to fully focus on my studies and continue advancing toward my goals,” Perez said.
Matthew Rey is a freshman hospitality and tourism major from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, who works as a Mountaineer Kidzone assistant in Campus Recreation. “This award is an achievement that I am grateful to receive and I am immensely filled with joy and thankfulness for it,” Rey said.
The annual scholarship was established by the family of the late Dr. Carl R. Adkins in honor of longtime Student Life administrator Herman Moses who devoted 36 years of his career to working with WVU students and their families before retiring in 2003.