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It Starts at State – Jeremiyah Hairston
Jeremiyah Hairston’s journey to a bachelor’s degree in political science has taken him from the…
It Starts at State – Sam Holdren and Stephen Hanson
Sam Holdren, classes of 2001 and 2002, and Stephen Hanson It’s often the most familiar…
It Starts at State – Angelica Willis
Angelica Willis, Class of 2019 Communications major Angelica Willis wears a lot of hats and,…
It Starts at State – James Shamblin
James Shamblin, Class of 2017 James Shamblin’s career with the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra started…
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It Starts at State – Jeff Thomas
JEFF THOMAS, CLASS OF 2005 It hasn’t been a straight path for Jeff Thomas to…
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February 3, 2026
The 2026 West Virginia State University Day at the Capitol is Monday, February 9, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and all students, faculty and staff are invited to attend, if your schedule allows. If you are interested in attending, the university will be providing a shuttle from campus to the Capitol and…
January 28, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (WVSU) has received a $17,000 gift for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) from the Midwestern Region of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. This award demonstrates the fraternity’s commitment to strengthening HBCUs in the midwestern…
January 28, 2026
INSTITUTE, W.Va. – The 12th annual West Virginia State University (WVSU) Black & Gold Gala will take place, Friday, April 10, at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The black tie event recognizes the generosity of donors with a private reception prior to the Gala while raising funds to…