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West Virginia State University Students Earn Prestigious Graduate Scholarships at Hong Kong Baptist University 

INSTITUTE, W.Va. — Two West Virginia State University (WVSU) students have been awarded highly competitive graduate scholarships at Hong Kong

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West Virginia State University (WVSU) will host its spring commencement on Saturday, May 9, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. in the D. Stephen and Diane H. Walker Convocation Center. The ceremony will recognize the university’s approximately 240 spring graduates, including the first doctoral degree program graduates in the school’s history.

May 1, 2026

West Virginia State University Spring Commencement set for Saturday, May 9

INSTITUTE, W.Va. – West Virginia State University (WVSU) will host its spring commencement on Saturday, May 9, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. in the D. Stephen and Diane H. Walker Convocation Center. The ceremony will recognize the university’s approximately 240 spring graduates, including the first d…

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Two West Virginia State University (WVSU) students have been awarded highly competitive graduate scholarships at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) for the 2026–2027 academic year, continuing a tradition of international achievement that began last year. Amanda Thomasson will pursue the Master of Science in Marketing for the Creative Economy, receiving a scholarship package totaling HK$398,000 (approximately US$51,157), including tuition support and a living stipend.  Johan Karlsson will enroll in the Master of Science in Applied Economics, earning a scholarship package valued at HK$395,000 (approximately US$50,641).

April 27, 2026

West Virginia State University Students Earn Prestigious Graduate Scholarships at Hong Kong Baptist University 

INSTITUTE, W.Va. — Two West Virginia State University (WVSU) students have been awarded highly competitive graduate scholarships at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) for the 2026–2027 academic year, continuing a tradition of international achievement that began last year. Amanda Thomasson will p…

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West Virginia State University’s (WVSU) 4-H program will host a series of free summer camps for students. The Mind Marvel Neuroscience Camp, Yellow Jacket CyberDefender Camp and 4-H Summer Day Camp will offer hands-on experiences in science and technology to inspire future leaders and innovators.

April 21, 2026

West Virginia State University 4-H Announces Free Summer Day Camps

INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University’s (WVSU) 4-H program will host a series of free summer camps for students. The Mind Marvel Neuroscience Camp, Yellow Jacket CyberDefender Camp and 4-H Summer Day Camp will offer hands-on experiences in science and technology to inspire future leaders…

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West Virginia State University (WVSU) will present a student production of the fast-paced comedy “Noises Off” Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24. Both performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Fannin S. Belcher Theatre of the Davis Fine Arts Building.

April 20, 2026

West Virginia State University to Present the Comedy “Noises Off” April 23-24

INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (WVSU) will present a student production of the fast-paced comedy “Noises Off” Thursday, April 23, and Friday, April 24. Both performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Fannin S. Belcher Theatre of the Davis Fine Arts Building (building No. 8 on t…

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West Virginia State University (WVSU) will participate in the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, by hosting a drop-off site on campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

April 20, 2026

West Virginia State University to Host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Event

INSTITUTE, W.Va. — West Virginia State University (WVSU) will participate in the upcoming National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, by hosting a drop-off site on campus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  This nationwide initiative offers free, safe, and anonymous disposal of unused or e…

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Poca Valley has entered into a multi-year partnership agreement with West Virginia State University (WVSU) in support of its athletics programs. 

April 11, 2026

Poca Valley Partners With West Virginia State University to Support Athletics

INSTITUTE, W.Va. – Poca Valley has entered into a multi-year partnership agreement with West Virginia State University (WVSU) in support of its athletics programs.  The announcement came today before the start of WVSU’s spring football game. In recognition of the new partnership, the athletic comp…

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