Valedictorian Gloria Coffman Tells Graduates That It’s Never Too Late for a College Degree

West Liberty University held its December 2012 Commencement ceremonies at 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 15, graduating a class of 133. Valedictorian Gloria J. Coffman, Bellaire, Ohio, addressed her classmates, families and guests. Earning a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership and Administration, Coffman attended West Liberty’s Highlands Center and graduated from the School of Professional Studies. She is also a […]

WVU Hospitals-East Jefferson Memorial Hospital Awarded Accreditation from the Joint Commission

West Virginia Hospitals-East Jefferson Memorial Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality and safety in hospitals. The accreditation award recognizes Jefferson Memorial Hospital’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards. Jefferson Memorial Hospital underwent […]

“First Day” Hikes at West Virginia State Parks in 2013

Four areas in the West Virginia state park system will offer First Day Hikes on January 1, 2013. It is West Virginia’s invitation to get outdoors as one of the 50 state park systems participating in the America’s State Parks First Day Hikes. Participating in the First Day Hikes challenge will be Kanawha State Forest, […]

WVU Saxophone Professor Michael Ibrahim Releases Third Album

West Virginia University saxophone professor Michael Ibrahim said he first picked up the saxophone in 5th grade because it was “shiny and had a lot of buttons.” Now, with a doctorate in saxophone performance and several international recitals under his belt, Ibrahim jokes about his initial fascination with this instrument. What began as youthful curiosity […]