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The Little Kanawha Reading Series Presents Poet John Hoppenthaler

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October 10, 2023

The Little Kanawha Reading Series is pleased to announce a reading by the poet John Hoppenthaler. The reading will take place on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in the Robert F. Kidd Library.    

�鶹��Ƶ����’s Debate Team Strikes “Gold” at Slippery Rock Tournament

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October 4, 2023

�鶹��Ƶ����'s Pioneer Debate team competed in the National Educational Debate Association's (NEDA) Slippery Rock University tournament September 22-23. The tournament included 74 individual competitors from seven schools: Slippery Rock, Grove City, Dayton, Wayne State, Glenville State, Capital, and IMSA North.   Pioneer Debate’s two teams competed in the Novice Crossfire division. Rebekah Hypes (Sophomore Criminal Justice major) and teammate Sandra Crites (Sophomore Education major) finished 3rd overall. Noah Minor (Sophomore Business Management and Land Surveying double-major) and teammate Victoria Osborne (Sophomore Criminal Justice major) finished 5th overall. Rebekah Hypes topped all individual scores for a first-place divisional finish, and Noah Minor scored a fifth-place divisional finish.  

�鶹��Ƶ���� Homecoming Events Planned for October

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September 20, 2023

�鶹��Ƶ���� will celebrate its annual Homecoming during the week of October 9, culminating on Saturday, October 14. A number of events are planned throughout the week for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends. Everyone is encouraged to make plans to come back to Glenville. 

The Little Kanawha Reading Series Presents Poet Matthew Wimberley

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September 19, 2023

The Little Kanawha Reading Series is thrilled to announce a captivating literary event featuring poet Matthew Wimberley. The reading will take place on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. in the Robert F. Kidd Library, situated on the picturesque campus of �鶹��Ƶ����. 

�鶹��Ƶ���� Student Completes Internship with NASA WV Space Grant Consortium

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September 14, 2023

Natalie Fout, a Secondary Math Education Major at �鶹��Ƶ����, has successfully completed a transformative internship with the NASA West Virginia Space Grant Consortium (WVSGC) during the summer of 2023. Her role as Outreach Coordinator and Launch Director for the West Virginia Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project (WVNEBP) marked a significant contribution to this NASA-funded initiative, bringing together 70 atmospheric science and engineering teams from across the nation. 

�鶹��Ƶ���� Announces the Pioneer Family Connection  

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September 8, 2023

�鶹��Ƶ���� is pleased to announce a groundbreaking partnership with CampusESP, a leading provider of student success solutions, aimed at elevating the student experience and fostering academic achievement. 

�鶹��Ƶ���� receives Appalachian Collegiate Research Grant

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September 6, 2023

�鶹��Ƶ���� will be one of 13 institutions to receive the Appalachian Collegiate Research Initiative Grant (ARCI) funded by the Appalachian Regional Commission. Dr. Mark Sarver, Associate Professor of Business and Workforce Learning Experiences Manager will lead the student research addressing the need for moderate income housing to attract professional talent to central West Virginia.    Since 2001, more than 22 colleges and universities - and over 2,800 students- from across Appalachia have participated in ARC's Appalachian Collegiate Research Initiative (ACRI). This applied research training program helps Appalachian students conduct research and develop projects supporting economic development in their communities.   

Payton Brown Honored with Prestigious Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Leadership Award

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August 24, 2023

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) is thrilled to announce that Payton Brown has been selected as the recipient of the coveted RMEF Leadership Award for their exceptional contributions to conservation, leadership, and dedication to the role of hunting in conservation efforts. The award includes a $5,000 scholarship, a year's membership to the RMEF, and a feature in the RMEF's esteemed magazine, "The Bugle." 

�鶹��Ƶ����'s Enrollment Surges to New Heights, Building on Record Numbers from Previous Year

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August 20, 2023

�鶹��Ƶ���� is excited to announce a significant achievement in its educational journey, as the institution proudly marks its largest overall enrollment since 2015. This remarkable milestone is a testament to the university's unwavering commitment to academic excellence, innovative programs, and fostering a vibrant and inclusive learning community. 

�鶹��Ƶ���� Announces Kyla Lovejoy as New Pioneer Mascot 

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August 17, 2023

�鶹��Ƶ���� is thrilled to introduce Kyla Lovejoy as the new Pioneer Mascot, embodying the spirit, energy, and pride of the university's vibrant community.  Selected after an extensive and competitive search process, Kyla Lovejoy, a native of Chloe, West Virginia, emerged as the perfect embodiment of the university's values and traditions. With a strong commitment to representing �鶹��Ƶ���� with enthusiasm, Kyla is poised to become an exceptional ambassador for the university, both on and off the field.