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    All-Sentinel Football Player of the Year on Offense: Camp Hill senior quarterback Tyler Shover  Jan 7, 2009
    Now that football is over, the focus is back to baseball, the sport Shover hopes to play at West Virginia University. Over the next month or so, Shover will spend his time lifting weights and working his hardest to be bigger, stronger and faster for the next season. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    Mideast's most exciting prospect to WVU  Jan 7, 2009
    The West Virginia University football coaching staff has picked up their another verbal commitment for the 2009 recruiting class. The Mountaineers are hoping the finish strong and the most recent addition was one of the staff's top priorities. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Spiggle elected Mineral Commissioners' president  Jan 7, 2009
    Pyles will continue to serve on the Potomac Highlands Regional Airport Authority, Mineral County Board of Health, Mineral County Farm Preservation, and West Virginia University Extension. Spiggle serves on the Mineral County Ambulance Authority, Mineral County Aging & Family Services, Mineral County Planning Commission, Route 50 Association, and the Health Mineral County Coalition. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    Judge orders WVU to pay fees to PG  Jan 7, 2009
    A West Virginia judge has ordered West Virginia University to pay attorneys fees and costs incurred by the Post-Gazette when it sued the university under the state's open records law last year. But Monongalia Circuit Court Judge Robert B. Stone ruled that WVU gave the newspaper all the information it was required to disclose relating to its decision to retroactively award a graduate degree to Mylan Inc. executive Heather Bresch that she did not earn. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Varsity Sports Report: 1/5  Jan 6, 2009
    Fifth-year senior David Jauregui of the West Virginia wrestling team has been named West Virginia Universitys Athlete of the Week for his efforts in the Mountaineers home opener against No. 9 Lehigh on Jan. 2 ... The West Virginia University track and fi eld team returns from holiday break to host the WVU Invitational on Jan. 10, at the WVU Shell Building ... The West Virginia University swimming g team is currently in Tucson, Ariz. (BlueGoldNews.com)

    Accidental Injuries Higher in Rural Areas  Jan 6, 2009
    The researchers, led by Dr. Jeffrey H. Coben, a professor of emergency medicine at West Virginia University, reduced these categories to four groups from the most urban to the most rural, then examined hospital records to calculate injury rates. Injuries impose a huge financial and public health burden upon all of us, regardless of where we live, Dr. Coben said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)

    Stanley MacNevin, 82, former MIT chaplain  Jan 4, 2009
    He received his first campus assignment in 1962 when he went to West Virginia University in Morgantown. From 1966 to 1970, he served at Memphis State before heading to MIT, where he worked until the mid-1970s. (Boston Globe)

    College athletes admitted with much lower SATs  Dec 31, 2008
    The University of Kansas and West Virginia University said their most recent NCAA certification self-study did not include the information. The SAT scores in this study are on the 1600-point scale that predates the addition of an SAT writing component. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Wrestling Notebook: Powerade has a strong field again this year (Yesterday)  Dec 30, 2008
    Penn-Trafford's Shane Young is a West Virginia University recruit. Young, a 119-pound senior, is a two-time Class AAA, WPIAL and PIAA champion. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Pendleton County prosecutor appointed to judicial position  Dec 27, 2008
    Moore received a bachelor's degree from West Virginia University in 1974 and his law degree from WVU in 1977. He is married and has one son, currently a student at WVU.. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    Friday's UNC Links  Dec 27, 2008
    UNC fans say they'll "Turn Charlotte Blue." West Virginia University fans have vowed to spread "Mountaineer Pride" in Charlotte. That means a lot of partying today and Saturday for fans of both teams -- and for anyone else in the Charlotte area who wants to enjoy the fun. (InsideCarolina.com)

    Kirby Lester Donation Aids Honduras Flood Victims  Dec 23, 2008
    Recent donations have included tablet counters to African Youth Outreach for its work with AIDS patients in Africa and the pharmacy schools at Purdue University, University of Illinois-Chicago, West Virginia University and Ohio Northern University. Says Christopher Thomsen, Kirby Lester's Vice President of Business Development, "It is truly inspiring to see organizations like Little Friends use our technology to help those in need.". (PR Newswire)

    Stifling defense propels WVU past Miami U.  Dec 22, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--With senior guard Alex Ruoff back in the lineup, the West Virginia University men's basketball team delivered one of its most dominating first half performances of the Bob Huggins era in dismantling Miami University, 82-46, on Saturday at the Coliseum. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Healthy Ruoff, WVU host Miami (O.)  Dec 21, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--The injury-riddled West Virginia University men's basketball team takes on a challenging non-conference opponent when it hosts Miami University on Saturday at noon. The Redhawks' three losses have occurred on the home floors of UCLA, Pitt, and Xavier, meaning that the Mid-American Conference school will not be spooked by the prospect of taking on WVU.. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    After two game hiatus, Leonard feels good again  Dec 20, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--After missing two straight games due to an ankle injury, West Virginia University linebacker Anthony Leonard says he is back to full strength and ready to re-assert himself as the man in the middle of the WVU defense. That could be trouble for North Carolina, which ranks near the bottom in total offense among Bowl Subdivision schools. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    WVU checking reports doctor molested children  Dec 19, 2008
    West Virginia University said yesterday it is poring over a faculty physician's personnel files after learning of reports that he was detained in Guatemala on suspicion of molesting children ... "The information coming out of Guatemala is sketchy and of uncertain reliability. Therefore there are limits to what we can say or do at this time. The nature of the reports naturally causes us concern," said Amy Johns, a West Virginia University Hospitals spokeswoman. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Coach of the year  Dec 19, 2008
    In between Waynesburg and Hampton, Metheny spent a year and a half as a graduate assistant at West Virginia University. At Bethel Park, he struggled early in his career, going 17-23 in his first four years. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    CMU rescinds degree, blames ex-dean  Dec 19, 2008
    Despite a spate of degree scandals in the past year at universities such as West Virginia University, Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Louisville, it is extremely rare for a school to rescind a degree, said Barmak Nassirian, associate executive director for external relations at the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers. He praised CMU for its general handling of the scandal. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    The Mr. Moms of the Fish World  Dec 18, 2008
    "In this study, we clearly demonstrate embryonic uptake of paternally derived nutrients in two pipefish species," says researcher Jennifer Ripley, a biologist at West Virginia University in Morgantown (W.V.U.). "This is the first time we actually have evidence for this placental-like role in these fishes. It has been hypothesized for years but not demonstrated until now.". (Scientific American)

    Busy Stewart balances recruiting, holidays, bowl prep  Dec 18, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--On Tuesday, West Virginia University coach Bill Stewart turned up the heat on his team by moving practice inside the Caperton Indoor Practice Facility, where the temperature hovered at 75 degrees. But starting Thursday, matters will turn hot and heavy for Stewart as he hits the recruiting trail before entering game week preparations for North Carolina. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    PG South: Early wake-up call put TJ on path to state championship (Today)  Dec 18, 2008
    Two-way tackle Pat Eger has accepted an offer from West Virginia University. DeCicco caught two touchdown passes in the title game. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Local Gymnast has strong final home meet  Dec 16, 2008
    Addison has been accepted to West Virginia University with a gymnastics scholarship, but she s keeping her options open. I ve applied to maybe about six other schools, Addison said. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    About 60 in running for WVU presidency  Dec 16, 2008
    The panel searching for a new president for West Virginia University is poised to begin reviewing the qualifications of about 60 candidates who met yesterday's deadline to apply or be nominated. "The search committee is extremely pleased with the level of interest shown and with the caliber of candidates," said the panel's chair, Gene Budig. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    Fresno City College's new president ready to tackle challenges  Dec 13, 2008
    Cynthia Azari Born: Sept. 26, 1951, in Austin, Texas Education: bachelor's degree in government from Huston-Tillotson University in Texas in 1974; master's degree in educational administration from West Virginia University in 1977, master's degree in industrial relations from West Virginia University in 1978, education doctorate in educational leadership from Seattle University in 1996 Personal: Married to Bijan Azari; two adult daughters, Bani and Mitra. The 57-year-old Azari has faced personal... (Fresno Bee)

    Fan, Alumni Events Set for Bowl  Dec 13, 2008
    With thousands of West Virginia University alumni and fans descending upon Charlotte, N.C., for the 2008 Meineke Car Care Bowl, WVU and the WVU Alumni Association have announced numerous activities for Mountaineers traveling to the area for the big game. Our constituents have proven time and time again to be an extremely loyal fan base, and this year is no exception, said Steve Douglas, president and chief executive officer of the WVU Alumni Association. (BlueGoldNews.com)

    Late free throws lift WVU over Ole Miss, 80-78  Dec 5, 2008
    The West Virginia University men's basketball team squandered another halftime lead at Mississippi on Wednesday night, but the Mountaineers were able to pull out a last-second, 80-78 victory over the Rebels in Oxford. Da'Sean Butler led WVU with 22 points, with Alex Ruoff adding 16 and John Flowers chipping in with 13. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    On the Radar: Things to watch and people to look for in district high school sports (Today)  Dec 5, 2008
    He has won two PIAA titles in a row and has signed with West Virginia University. He will wrestle in the 112-pound division. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Last Waltz: Fans to honor legend with 'White Out'  Dec 4, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--With a spectator "white out" planned in his honor, West Virginia University quarterback Pat White will take the field at Milan Puskar Stadium one final time against South Florida on Saturday night. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Cubs more comfortable in new offense  Dec 4, 2008
    Brenham s late success and its early failure can both be traced back to this time last season, when West watched West Virginia University, which had just lost its head coach Rich Rodriguez to the University of Michigan, defeat Oklahoma in the Fiesta Bowl. As West watched the game, he heard the game s announcers talking about West Virginia s personnel. (Brenham Banner, TX)

    Royals ink three to Minors deals  Dec 1, 2008
    When his baseball career seemed over, he went to West Virginia University for the 2005 season and played backup quarterback before returning to baseball. Tupman, also 29, hit. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)

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    PITTSBURGH--After missing two short field goal attempts in last season's devastating 13-9 loss to Pittsburgh, West Virginia University kicker Pat McAfee achieved a measure of redemption by nailing all three of his attempts against the Panthers on Friday. But his team's 19-15 loss prevented the Plum, Pa. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Coalition will address ways to promote health  Nov 29, 2008
    Continuing on with smoking cessation information, Margaret Miltenberger, West Virginia University Extension Agent, stated that 120 regional students recently met at Keyser High School, through the RAZE program, to alk about the reduction of tobacco use among the young people. see coalition page 2 She explained that the students, with the help of advisors, implement plans dealing with tobacco prevention, with a focus on smokeless tobacco. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    West Virginia walk-on charged with sexual assault  Nov 26, 2008
    -- A freshman running back for West Virginia University has been dismissed from the team after he and another man were charged with sexually assaulting a woman following a weekend party. Mark Robert Sampson Jr., an 18-year-old walk-on from Glen Dale, and Carson Dale Koontz, 19, of Moundsville, are both charged with four counts of second-degree sexual assault, Police Lt. Dave McLaughlin said Tuesday. (ESPN -- College Football News)

    New tobacco product alarms some health officials  Nov 24, 2008
    "I think I'd rather throw up in my mouth," says Flint, an 18-year-old West Virginia University student, emerging from a convenience store with a pack of Winstons and a coupon for free Camel Snus ... "It's not like chewing gum," warns Robert Anderson, deputy director of West Virginia University's Prevention Research Center. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Behind Pat White, WVU defeats Louisville  Nov 23, 2008
    Led by Pat White's record-breaking afternoon, the West Virginia University football team defeated Louisville 35-21 on Saturday. White rushed for three touchdowns and passed for two more in perhaps his best performance of the season. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Experts Say New Tobacco Product Targets Young Adults  Nov 22, 2008
    Nov. 21 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- New research at West Virginia University is examining whether a smokeless, spitless tobacco product aimed at young adults is catching on ... SOURCE West Virginia University Health Sciences Center. (PR Newswire)

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    MORGANTOWN--Mortty Ivy has enjoyed his share of highlight reel performances and emotional victories during his stint at West Virginia University. But as his collegiate career begins to wind down, the stalwart linebacker says that one victory, and a key defensive stop during that victory, will always stand out in his mind. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Despite 'Truck' moniker, Bryant delivers efficiency  Nov 22, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--After pacing West Virginia University in scoring in just his second collegiate game, freshman point guard Darryl "Truck" Bryant would have been forgiven for being ecstatic despite his team's lackluster win over Longwood. But like a true veteran, Bryant saw plenty of room for improvement following his 16-point, 5 rebound, 3 assist showing. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    New snuff marketing makes W.Va. spitting mad  Nov 22, 2008
    "We feel the primary market for snus is college kids," said Robert Anderson, director of the Prevention Research Center in West Virginia University's Department of Community Medicine ... Camel Snus has 5 milligrams of nicotine per gram of tobacco, based on an analysis performed for West Virginia University. (Scripps Howard News Wire)

    Study finds Knobley rich in water  Nov 20, 2008
    All those present were at the Town/County Forum to hear about the preliminary water resource study conducted in the Knobley Mountain area by West Virginia University graduate student Kevin Rega, in addition to being informed of funding to help assist with a further in-depth study ... Also speaking on behalf of the resource study was Dr. Joe Donovan of the West Virginia University Hydrology Research Center, who gave his version of a law concerning water. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    Officials set to discuss water resource study  Nov 18, 2008
    Scheduled to be on the agenda for the evening is Kevin Rega, a West Virginia University graduate student who was hired by the County Commission to conduct the water study ... Also expected to speak on the subject of water is Dr. Joe Donovan, of the West Virginia University Hydrology Research Center. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    MARCH:  Appeals court blocks fines for reporter  Nov 18, 2008
    Courtesy West Virginia University ... Lawyers for Locy, now a West Virginia University journalism professor, had requested that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit block the fines while they appealed a contempt order by U.S. District Judge Reggie Walton. (USA Today)

    Second Hoops Signee For 2009 Class  Nov 15, 2008
    West Virginia University basketball coach Bob Huggins has announced the signing of Mukremin Deniz Kilicli to a national letter of intent for the 2009-10 academic year. Kilicli, who goes by , is a 6-foot-9, 260-pound forward and is currently in his senior year at Mountain State Academy in Beckley, W.Va. (BlueGoldNews.com)

    WVU: BCA report's unfair  Nov 15, 2008
    (AP) -- West Virginia University says a report from the Black Coaches and Administrators which gave it an F for minority hiring practices is unfair. The report released Thursday said minorities are getting more interviews for head coaching jobs nationwide, but they aren't getting the jobs. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)

    First Fall Hoops Signing Announced  Nov 14, 2008
    West Virginia University basketball coach Bob Huggins has announced the signing of Dalton Pepper to a national letter of intent for the 2009-10 academic year. a 6-foot-5, 215-pound shooting guard, is currently in his senior year at Pennsbury High, playing for Coach Frank Sciolla. (BlueGoldNews.com)

    Coaching hunt grade 'insults' WVU official  Nov 14, 2008
    The West Virginia University official who authored the campus' affirmative-action policy said yesterday she was "simply astounded" and "insulted" to find that her school's search for a football coach last winter earned a failing grade from a newly released national report. "We do care here at WVU," said Jennifer McIntosh, director of the Office of Social Justice, a day after the Black Coaches and Administrators unveiled its fifth annual Minority Hiring Report Card surveyed by University of... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    John Marinatto Named BIG EAST Commissioner  Nov 13, 2008
    It was formed in 1979 and represents the athletic interests of 16 member institutions including the University of Cincinnati, University of Connecticut, DePaul University, Georgetown University, University of Louisville, Marquette University, University of Notre Dame, University of Pittsburgh, Providence College, Rutgers University, St. John's University, Seton Hall University, University of South Florida, Syracuse University, Villanova University and West Virginia University ... The BIG EAST... (Und.com)

    WVU receives F for minority hiring (Yesterday)  Nov 13, 2008
    West Virginia University received a failing grade -- the only other major-college program besides Mississippi to merit an F -- in the Black Coaches and Administrators report released today about minority hiring practices amid major-college football coaching searches in 2007-08. Dayton, in Division I-AA, also received an F.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    2010 Florida WR gets Pac-10 offer  Nov 13, 2008
    High School's top two senior prospects Stedman Bailey and Eugene Smith committed to play football at West Virginia University. Earlier that day, Miramar's top underclassman, Ivan McCartney, continued his heavy recruitment, adding another offer to an already long list. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Send us your signing news Wednesday  Nov 12, 2008
    Kyra Crosby Senior Power Forward at John McEachern High School in Powder Springs will be signing her NLI to West Virginia University in the Big East. Congratulations Kyra. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Many Motorists Don't See Need To Heed Speed Limits  Nov 9, 2008
    (May 14, 2007) A West Virginia University professor who examined 21 years of NASCAR accident reports and made a comparison to introductions of safety requirements, has concluded that more safety regulations in the. . (Science Daily)

    Big East: West Virginia offense getting hot  Nov 9, 2008
    "The worst thing that happened to West Virginia University was being ranked where they were ranked. I wish we stayed back in the shadows and after the 12th game they ranked everybody." West Virginia's Stewart. "I saw my head snap forward. It was the weirdest thing I've ever been a part of, one of the scariest things. I'm just glad I'm able to stand here and be able to get ready for Louisville." Pitt QB , who suffered a concussion on Oct. 25 against Rutgers. (Louisville Sports -- Rivals.com)

    WVU Announces Creation of Multimillion Dollar Pediatric Research Institute  Nov 8, 2008
    Nov. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- West Virginia University announced today the creation of the multimillion dollar WVU Pediatric Research Institute ... SOURCE West Virginia University Health Sciences Center. (PR Newswire)

    Four men charged with riot appear before judge  Nov 8, 2008
    Police said Forester, a West Virginia University student, tried to light a large shrub on fire. Cook, Hagan, Elie and Forester are all scheduled for a preliminary hearing at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    BETTER LIFE: More on senior health issues  Nov 8, 2008
    Psychology researchers from West Virginia University wondered whether age has anything to do with whether people decide to to spend more time or money on something in which they've already sunk some cash. So they recruited 75 college students, ages 18 to 27, and 73 older adults ages 58 to 91 and presented them with two pairs of vignettes. (USA Today -- Money)

    Slippery Rodgers may slide into rotation  Nov 7, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--With quarterback Pat White, tailback Noel Devine, and slot back Jock Sanders already competing for carries, it is hard to imagine the West Virginia University coaching staff finding room for another weapon in the Mountaineers' already potent rushing attack. But running backs coach Chris Beatty wants to add one more rocket to the arsenal. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Rock-solid Neild the fulcrum of WVU 'D'  Nov 7, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--It is inaccurate to say Chris Neild's contributions to the West Virginia University football team have gone unnoticed during his time in Morgantown. But suffice it to say that nose tackles don't always get the love they deserve. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    14 charged in OSU riot  Nov 7, 2008
    Forester, a West Virginia University student, tried to light a large shrub on fire, police said. Haden, a non-student, climbed a light pole and attempted to break the light fixture attached to it, police said. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    Xtra Points: Highlands QB twice as grand (Today)  Nov 7, 2008
    Meg Bulger, a former star basketball player at Oakland Catholic who enjoyed a fine career at West Virginia University, is the new sideline reporter for FSN's WPIAL games. Bulger, 23, is the sister of St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    Varsity Sports Report 11/4  Nov 5, 2008
    Junior Marie-Louise Asselin has been named West Virginia Universitys athlete of the week for her performance on Friday, Oct. 31, at the Big East Cross Country Championship race ... The West Virginia University rowing team has completed its fall season ... The West Virginia University mens soccer team will play in the first round of the Big East Tournament on Wednesday, Nov. 5, as the No. 5 seed in the Blue Division the Mountaineers will face the Red Division No. 4 seed Louisville at 7... (BlueGoldNews.com)

    Official Game Notes West Virginia  Nov 5, 2008
    Saturday night the Big East will take center stage as The University of Cincinnati will take on West Virginia University. Both schools have released their official game notes. (BearcatInsider.com)

    Keyser native Donnie Marple comes home  Nov 5, 2008
    Half of all proceeds will go towards Potomac State College of West Virginia University. For more information on The Elmwood Band, visit www. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    Little Jimmy Dickens Marks 60 Years...  Nov 4, 2008
    " Early Studio Recordings and Country Music Hits Born James Cecil Dickens in West Virginia on Dec. 19, 1920, the diminutive country singer with a big voice and showy style signed with Columbia Records on Sept. 16, 1948, and quickly assumed the Little Jimmy moniker because of his 4 11 height. A one-time student at West Virginia University, Dickens a member of the since 1983 recorded several novelty country-music hits for Columbia in the late 40s and during the 1950s, including Country Boy,... (Suite101.com)

    White, Sanders, Hogan lead WVU over UConn  Nov 2, 2008
    For the second game in a row, West Virginia University returned to its explosive ways on offense and pitched a shutout after halftime to prevail over Connecticut, 35-13, in East Hartford. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Moreno, Smoot to joust in News Tribune 'Faceoff'  Nov 1, 2008
    Then we moved to Preston County, when I opened my doctoral studies at West Virginia University. Three years ago I obtained a teaching position at Potomac State, which brought me to Keyser. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    A new U.S. import: Prep-school talent  Nov 1, 2008
    He found himself at a football camp at West Virginia University last summer. Coaches tested his speed and strength, then put him through a few one-on-one drills. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)

    Going for the Gold  Oct 30, 2008
    A professor at West Virginia University said he didn t recall it happening in the last 26 years, Young added. In order to qualify for the national competition, the students earned the title of first in the state of West Virginia in September. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    Smith back in play  Oct 29, 2008
    The Ravens happened to be preparing for the Miami Dolphins, who have baffled some NFL defenses with their "Wildcat" formation, a spinoff of the West Virginia University spread offense. "Troy played [Miami running back] Ronnie Brown on the scout team that week," Ravens GM Ozzie Newsome said. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)

    Letter: Celebrations unnecessary, mirror ones at West Virginia  Oct 28, 2008
    Tearing down light posts, damaging cars, and worst of all lighting fires, puts us in a class with the West Virginia University riots; a fan base that celebrates burning couches. In the court of public opinion, this is the bottom of the barrel. (Daily Collegian, PA)

    Vocal professor honored as top Utah educator  Oct 27, 2008
    Dewey began her career at USU in 1996 after teaching at West Virginia University, where she coordinated all vocal training for undergraduate and graduate students. As head of the vocal studies at USU, she oversees a program that includes 105 students and provides one-on-one instruction to 25 voice students. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)

    Report: Michigan's Rodriguez finally signs contract  Oct 25, 2008
    After leaving West Virginia University for Michigan in the offseason, Rodriguez became entangled in a contentious $4 million buyout of his contract, with Michigan eventually agreeing to pay $2. 5 million of the money he owed. (FOX23.com, OK)

    • Around the Valley  Oct 25, 2008
    Perez graduated from West Virginia University in 1985 with a bachelor's degree in forest resource management. He received a law degree in 2005 from The Catholic University of America's Columbus School of Law. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)

    Comcast customers startled by customer service  Oct 24, 2008
    "Dear Comcast," the West Virginia University senior wrote. "You suck.". (MSNBC -- Politics)

    Varsity Sports Report: Oct. 20  Oct 22, 2008
    Freshman Justin Pentz has been selected as the West Virginia University Student-Athlete of the Week after matching a school record and establishing three personal bests during the rifle teams 2-0 weekend in West Point, N.Y. ... the meet will be hosted by St. Johns and will be held in Bronx, N.Y. Last Week in Cross Country Four West Virginia University cross country runners placed in the Top 10 to lead the Mountaineers to a first-place finish on Oct. 17, at the Penn State National... (BlueGoldNews.com)

    Notable athletes have suffered from infections  Oct 21, 2008
    Mike Gansey, basketball: The former Olmsted Falls and West Virginia University standout contracted methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), as he went through NBA pre-draft workouts. He had MRSA in the knee, then the ankle. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)

    After busy summer, Repella looks to lead  Oct 20, 2008
    MORGANTOWN--Just how inexperienced is the West Virginia University women's basketball team. Head coach Mike Carey's leading returning scorer from last season averaged just 3. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    New Facility for Alzheimer's Research  Oct 19, 2008
    The $30 million dollar project is located on the campus of West Virginia University. More Stories. (WHSV)

    WVU degree scandal not a crime  Oct 18, 2008
    A Monongalia County grand jury has decided not to return indictments against West Virginia University officials involved in the erroneous decision to award a master's of business administration degree to Mylan Inc. executive Heather Bresch. The degree was rescinded after an investigative panel concluded that WVU officials falsified the transcript to make it appear that Ms. Bresch, the daughter of West Virginia Gov. Joe Manchin, earned the degree. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)

    4-H organization sparking interest in Livestock Club  Oct 17, 2008
    He earned his bachelor's degree in veterinary science from West Virginia University and his master's degree from Virginia Tech in agriculture education. Before arriving in Campbell County, he spent 10 years teaching agriculture at Appomattox High School. (Altivista Journal, VA)

    Podcars pushed as traffic, energy fix  Oct 16, 2008
    and still transports West Virginia University students. Some projects in the worksNext year, Heathrow Airport outside London will unveil a pilot podcar system to ferry air travelers on the ground. (MSNBC -- Environment)

    Varsity Sports Report: 10/14  Oct 16, 2008
    Junior womens soccer player Nicole Mailloux has been named West Virginia Universitys athlete of the week for her play in two shutouts ... The West Virginia University rowing team is idle this week ... The West Virginia University mens soccer team will play two home games this week on Wednesday, Oct. 15, the Mountaineers welcome Ohio State to Dick Dlesk Soccer Stadium kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m., and the game will be broadcast on WVPBS on Saturday, Oct. 18, WVU will face... (BlueGoldNews.com)

    Commits react to Boyd news  Oct 16, 2008
    With the de-commitment of Phoebus QB Tajh Boyd from West Virginia University, questions popped up across the internet about the status of current teammates and WVU commits Shawne Alston and Dominik Davenport. Learn more about their thoughts on the topic here. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)

    Sports news briefs (Today)  Oct 16, 2008
    West Virginia University will hold a free clinic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the WVU Wrestling Pavilion, with proceeds to offset some of the medical costs incurred when 2005-07 Mountaineers wrestler Mike Wojcik was critically injured in an August ATV accident. Horse racing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    GEORGE SELGIN: Central bankers still don't get it  Oct 15, 2008
    94621 and BB&T Professor of Free Market Thought at West Virginia University. Comments. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)

    ODU To Host Forum On Economic Crisis  Oct 14, 2008
    D. in economics from West Virginia University. He has taught at ODU for more than 30 years. (WTKR.com, VA)

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