West Virginia Launches Newest and Most-Prestigious State College Scholarship

$40,000 Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars program created to attract math, science teachers The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (Commission) recently launched the online application for its newest and most-prestigious state scholarship, which is aimed at addressing critical teacher shortages in math, science, elementary education and special education.  The Underwood-Smith Teaching Scholars Program will provide up…

Goodwill Announces Meet & Greet Dan Owen, President/CEO 11.26.19 @ 10 AM

National Energy Technology Laboratory to Host 2019 CyberForce Competition

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is among 10 DOE labs hosting the 2019 CyberForce CompetitionTM, which is designed to inspire and develop the next generation of energy sector cybersecurity professionals to help defend and bolster our nation’s critical energy infrastructure and ensure our energy security. University students from six…

Canaan Valley Resort Invests in Ski Mountain Upgrades for the 19/20 Season

 Canaan Valley Resort is planning another big year on the mountain, and investing in upgrades to prepare for opening day on December 14, 2019. Increases to the snowmaking system, additional ticket window, rental equipment and expanded parking lot are all part of the new look being offered by the resort. The Resort invested in 9 fan guns,…

West Virginia State University to Host West Virginia GEAR UP Day November 15

West Virginia State University (WVSU) will host nearly 500 high school seniors on Friday, November 15, for West Virginia GEAR UP Day.  West Virginia GEAR UP is a federally funded program that helps students prepare to succeed in education and training beyond high school. “GEAR UP” stands for “Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate…

West Liberty University President Stephen Greiner Announces Retirement

West Liberty University President Stephen Greiner announced his retirement today at a 10 a.m. press conference held in historic Shaw Hall. “Today I’m announcing my intention to retire from my position as president of West Liberty University effective June 30, 2020. It has been the greatest honor of my professional life to serve West Liberty…