Governor Tomblin Appoints Individuals to University Board of Governors

Governor Earl Ray Tomblin today appointed ten individuals to serve on the board of governors for Marshall University and West Virginia University. The appointments are effective immediately.”I’m pleased these men and women have accepted this opportunity to serve on the board of governors,” says Tomblin. “Together, their knowledge, skills and expertise will help guide these…

WVU Symphony Orchestra Named Finalist in The American Prize Competition

The West Virginia University Symphony Orchestra—one of the region’s top collegiate ensembles—has now been recognized as one of the best in the country by being named a finalist in The American Prize Competition. Conducted by Mitchell Arnold, the WVU Symphony Orchestra is one of six finalists nationwide for excellence in orchestral performance by a college…

Twelve to be Honored with a Governor’s Service Award

On Wednesday, August 7, First Lady Joanne Jaeger Tomblin will honor twelve outstanding individuals, families and organizations for their dedication to service at the annual Governor’s Service Awards banquet at the Charleston Civic Center. The banquet is held as a part of Faces of Leadership, the annual state volunteerism conference. Presented since 1995, the Governor’s Service…