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October 7, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University has received a $26.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the largest competitive grant award in the University’s history and a key victory toward expanding agriculture at WVSU. The grant will help construct the West Virginia Stat…
September 30, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. – West Virginia State University (WVSU) will induct three new members into the university’s ROTC Hall of Fame on Friday, Oct. 2. The ceremony is scheduled for 1 p.m. in the lobby of the Walker Convocation Center (building 18 on the campus map) with a reception to follow. It is f…
September 30, 2026
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — From fairgrounds to classrooms, community gardens to robotics labs, 4-H in West Virginia is helping young people prove they’re not just ready for the future—they’re Beyond Ready. As part of a national celebration of the impact of 4-H, Governor Patrick Morrisey has declared Octobe…
September 29, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va.— West Virginia State University (WVSU) Extension Service will host a series of free fall-themed activities and workshops throughout the Kanawha Valley in October. Topics include pumpkin painting, decorating and agritourism. Event details are as follows. Registration is not require…
September 25, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (WVSU) will host a full roster of Homecoming activities Oct. 1-4 featuring cookouts, a parade, a football game, and much more. Homecoming event registration and ticket pickup begins Thursday, Oct. 1, and will run from 1-5 p.m. at the Embassy Sui…
September 24, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (WVSU) has established the Elizabeth Faye Gilbert Memorial Scholarship, a new endowed scholarship created through a planned gift commitment of $1 million from her son, John D’Amato. The scholarship will provide financial support to students attend…