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Jordyn Johnson and classmates

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Jordyn Johnson

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Meet multidisciplinary studies major Jordyn Johnson.

Rural residents often lack internet access – but how do West Virginians compare? Do West Virginians put off expensive medical care more or less than the average American? A first-of-its-kind survey produced by the Survey Research Center and the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at West Virginia University is helping answer questions like these by making statewide socioeconomic data publicly available. The West Virginia Social Survey focuses on the most prevalent challenges faced by West Virginia residents. It will produce state-specific reports on issues like internet access, the economy, health, crime, volunteering, religion and more, which can help inform policymakers. Most social surveys are conducted nationally. A typical random sample of average American adults includes 1,000 to 2,000 individuals from all over the U.S. While these surveys are useful for informing the public about national trends, they are less helpful for learning about specific states, especially those with smaller populations, like West Virginia.

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A first-of-its-kind survey produced by the Survey Research Center and the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at WVU is examining the most pressing challenges facing West Virginians by making statewide socioeconomic data publicly available.

Myya Helm

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Myya Helm

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Meet political science and international studies major Myya Helm.

Laura Curry

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Laura Curry

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Meet history major Laura Curry.

Georgia Beatty studied abroad in Germany

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Georgia Beatty

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Meet history and German studies major Georgia Beatty.

Lauren Young

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Lauren Young

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Meet biochemistry and WVUteach student Lauren Young.

Camille Mullens

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Camille Mullens

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Meet international studies major Camille Mullens.

Noah Spencer with his research lab mates

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Noah Spencer

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Meet biology major Noah Spencer.

WVU’s annual Diversity Week, set for October 11-16, 2020, promotes celebration, education and understanding of different identities and experiences present on our campus. Diversity Week is designed to create an atmosphere that provides the WVU community the opportunity to explore different cultures, engage in discussions that bring new perspectives and celebrate the presence of and contributions made by people of all identities and experiences. Our Eberly College students, faculty and staff are offering several events throughout the week.

WVU announces 2020 Diversity Week events

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WVU’s annual Diversity Week, set for October 11-16, 2020, promotes celebration, education and understanding of different identities and experiences present on our campus. Diversity Week is designed to create an atmosphere that provides the WVU community the opportunity to explore different cultures, engage in discussions that bring new perspectives and celebrate the presence of and contributions made by people of all identities and experiences. Our Eberly College students, faculty and staff are offering several events throughout the week. Learn more about Diversity Week and the events below.

Lily Wright

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Lily Wright

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Meet English and French major Lily Wright.