Eberly News

WVU Press to release book on history and symbol of the Mountaineer
The West Virginia University Mountaineer is not just a mascot—it is a symbol of West Virginia history and identity embraced throughout the Mountain State. Rosemary Hathaway, folklorist and associate professor of English in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences, explores the spirit of the Mountaineer in her new book, Mountaineers Are Always Free .

Weaving social justice into graduate studies
A group of students, studying everything from criminology to creative writing, are working together to make a difference and find purpose in their careers.

Straight to the source
WVU chemists lead the ‘charge’ with new molecular research tool
WVU receives CDC award to curb vaping and opioid abuse, improve health outcomes in West Virginia
West Virginia University’s efforts to address chronic disease and substance abuse prevention, growing concerns related to vaping and youth mental health issues will be bolstered by funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, awarded to the West Virginia Prevention Research Center in the School of Public Health.
Dillie and Hoang named 2019 WVU Homecoming king, queen
A week of Homecoming activities at West Virginia University culminated today (Oct. 5) with the crowning of Thaiddeus Dillie and Teresa Hoang as the 2019 king and queen.

WVU study reveals falsification issues in higher education hiring processes
When concerns are expressed about distrust in science, they often focus on whether the public trusts research findings.

WVU astronomers help detect the most massive neutron star ever measured
West Virginia University researchers have helped discover the most massive neutron star to date, a breakthrough uncovered through the Green Bank Telescope in Pocahontas County.
Looking beyond the tooth
WVU studies impact of social support on kids’ oral health

Invasion of the Japanese stiltgrass
WVU biologist targets plant that wreaks havoc on forest ecosystems

Unearthing the art of fossils
A rocky start in college hasn’t stopped West Virginia University alumnus Zachary Heck (BS Geology, ’16) from pursuing his prehistoric passions.