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Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Homecoming Events Planned for October

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September 20, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Student Completes Internship with NASA WV Space Grant Consortium

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September 14, 2023

Natalie Fout, a Secondary Math Education Major at Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø, 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. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Announces the Pioneer Family Connection  

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September 8, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø receives Appalachian Collegiate Research Grant

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September 6, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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." 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø's Enrollment Surges to New Heights, Building on Record Numbers from Previous Year

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August 20, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Announces Kyla Lovejoy as New Pioneer Mascot 

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August 17, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø 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 Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø with enthusiasm, Kyla is poised to become an exceptional ambassador for the university, both on and off the field. 

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Board of Governors met to kick off the academic school year

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August 17, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø Board of Governors met in retreat on Tuesday and Wednesday to kick off the academic school year.  As Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø prepares to embark on another year of academic excellence and community engagement, the Board of Governors' meeting focused on key discussions, decisions, and strategies.

GSU hosted the West Virginia Sheriff’s Association Leadership Academy

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August 14, 2023

Â鶹ÊÓƵ¹ÙÍø hosted the West Virginia Sheriff’s Association Leadership Academy from July 16th-21st, 2023. This year, 92 students from the 55 counties of West Virginia signed up to learn leadership and public safety service skills including K9 deployments, firearms training, physical fitness, CPR/First aid, life skills, crime scene and vehicle accident investigations, and much more.