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2022-23 Eberly Scholars: Giana Loretta

2022-23 Eberly Scholars: Giana Loretta

Major: Political Science; Philosophy; Communication Studies
Hometown: Shinnston, WV

Eberly College announces outstanding seniors, teaching assistants and Eberly Scholars

Eberly College announces outstanding seniors, teaching assistants and Eberly Scholars

The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences has recognized 64 outstanding seniors, graduate teaching assistants and graduating Eberly Scholars for their academic achievements in 2020-2021.

Students from the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences will celebrate Commencement on Saturday, May 15 as they graduate from West Virginia University, ready to take on the world.

As Commencement is upon us, several of our Eberly College graduates reflect on their time at WVU and their plans for the future. Keep checking back through Friday, May 14 to meet all of our featured grads.

Meet English and philosophy grad Tre Tarantini, who is heading to WVU’s College of Law this fall as a Bloom Scholar, a prestigious award that will cover his tuition and fees throughout law school.

May 2021 Meet the Grads: Tre Tarantini

Meet May 2021 philosophy grad Tre Tarantini.

Heather Woolridge at ROTC

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Heather Woolridge

Meet history and philosophy student Heather Woolridge.

Anastasia Stewart holding "Let's Go" flag on a mountain peak

2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Anastasia Stewart

Meet philosophy student Anastasia Stewart.

Riley Imlay

Three WVU alumni awarded Fulbright Scholarships

Three WVU alumni will teach English abroad next year after being awarded the prestigious Fulbright Scholarship, allowing them to develop cross-cultural competency, as well as skills to further their career goals.

Like many college students, Jada Taylor was unsure about which major would the best fit for her – until she found philosophy. 

Along the way, pursuing a philosophy degree has not only prepared her for her future career but helped her make important life decisions, such as choosing to become vegan and low waste.

From classroom to kitchen: Philosophy student launches reading group on veganism

With the support of several philosophy faculty, junior Jada Taylor has launched a virtual reading group with philosophy faculty exploring the ethics of veganism.

The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Office has announced the first cohort of Woodburn Fellowship recipients, whose two-year terms start in August 2020. 

The newly established fellowship program is one of the College’s highest honors for faculty. Associate and full professors classified as either tenured, teaching, service or research are eligible. The program will annually recognize exemplary professors who embody the highest potential for accomplishments in teaching, research and/or service in fields spanning the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. 

Woodburn Fellows are expected to be actively and constructively involved in departmental governance, contribute to a collegial work environment and provide mentorship to junior members of their department’s faculty. They will also provide leadership across the college, discipline and community levels. The fellowship includes an award to support professional development, such as travel and research expenses.

Eberly College announces first three Woodburn Fellows

The Eberly College Dean’s Office has announced the first cohort of Woodburn Fellowship recipients, whose two-year terms start in August 2020.

Eberly College announces 2019-2020 outstanding student awards

Congratulations to our outstanding seniors and graduate assistants for 2019-2020!

Though she started her career at West Virginia University as a chemical engineering major, senior Soofia Lateef decided to stick around for an extra year to complete her dual-degree in philosophy. During her five years at WVU, Lateef has learned to take advantage of all the opportunities available to her. She cites Professor David Cerbone’s PHIL 355 course, Existentialism, as one of her most challenging. After graduation, she is headed to University of California, Riverside to pursue a Ph.D. in philosophy.

Meet the Grads: Soofia Lateef

BA Philosophy ’20 and BS Chemical Engineering, ’20