University of Charleston Announces New Provost

Dr. Kim Spiezio has been named as Provost at the University of Charleston. He will fill the position being vacated by Dr. Letha Zook, who will be relocating this summer after seven years at UC. Dr. Spiezo will begin his tenure on July 1, 2017. “The search process yielded a shared understanding that Dr. Spiezio…

Highmark Inc.’s Anti-Fraud Programs Continue to See Results

Highmark Inc.’s anti-fraud efforts continue to be highly effective in combating fraud, waste and abuse (FWA). During the past five years the company’s fraud team has helped to detect or prevent abuses such as fraudulent claims, saving hundreds of millions of dollars for its customers and the company. In 2016 alone, the team made a…

Three Lewis College of Business Faculty Honored for Teaching, Research and Service

Three faculty members from the Marshall University Lewis College of Business have been honored by the college’s Faculty Awards Committee for their teaching, research and service. Recipients of the awards receive a framed certificate and a monetary award in recognition of their achievements, according to Bob Simpson, interim dean of the college. “We are very…

WVSU to Host Free Community Garden Workshop Series in Welch

West Virginia State University (WVSU) Extension Service will host a series of workshops on community gardening May 9, 23 and June 6 at the Welch Armory in Welch, WV. The free workshops target community leaders, individuals and organizations hoping to start or expand community garden projects. Workshops will cover the basics of garden layout and…