Eberly News
![2022-23 Eberly Scholars: Giana Loretta](/files/c7f551f2-5684-4009-a528-b7ccc975dbde/400x.webp?cb=727a9d7ace86d80c246ec18463a60c61)
2022-23 Eberly Scholars: Giana Loretta
Major: Political Science; Philosophy; Communication Studies
Hometown: Shinnston, WV
![Four eminent West Virginia University alumni were appointed to serve the WVU Alumni Association Board of Directors at its fourth quarterly meeting on Friday, June 4. Kamau Brown, Gabrielle St. Léger, Nesha Sanghavi and Monté Williams have been selected to serve six-year terms. Brown, St. Léger and Williams are all Eberly College alumni.](/files/b9dec4f5-d04f-4850-8749-4b6541440a7a/400x.webp?cb=043da1a5660b6dc5fdaaff4197835a10)
WVU Alumni Association Board of Directors welcomes new members
Four eminent West Virginia University alumni were appointed to serve the WVU Alumni Association Board of Directors at its fourth quarterly meeting on Friday, June 4. Kamau Brown, Gabrielle St. Léger, Nesha Sanghavi and Monté Williams have been selected to serve six-year terms.
![Four West Virginia University women - all students or alumna of the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences - have been awarded the Critical Language Scholarship from the U.S. Department of State, recognizing their commitment to language learning and personal growth. The awardees will participate in fully-funded virtual intensive language and cultural immersion programs this summer.](/files/aa209d00-7959-44de-9297-f5fee127e085/400x.webp?cb=a28821ab66876bb96e2a1f7438892ac2)
Four West Virginia University women Awarded Critical Language Scholarships
All are students or alumna of the Eberly College
![Eberly College announces outstanding seniors, teaching assistants and Eberly Scholars](/files/b4131e1d-c6a7-4445-8eb1-3ff3a4981775/400x.webp?cb=f9eb589aff93020b1f291945d21605bc)
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.
![Abigail Smith, a West Virginia University student committed to improving the future of West Virginia through public policy, has been named the University’s 25th Truman Scholar, the nation’s top graduate fellowship award for aspiring public service leaders.](/files/9e97f954-0168-413e-9793-6d561b5244fb/400x.webp?cb=defc5801e00a58345812b39d468e8781)
Political science student named WVU’s 25th Truman Scholar
Abigail Smith, a West Virginia University student committed to improving the future of West Virginia through public policy, has been named the University’s 25th Truman Scholar, the nation’s top graduate fellowship award for aspiring public service leaders.
Eberly College students lead gender inclusivity, anti-racism training at WVU
A gender inclusivity and anti-racism training—for students and by students—is building a stronger sense of belonging and community at WVU.
![The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences at West Virginia University has named recipients for its 2020-2021 awards for faculty and staff.
In total, the Eberly College recognized 11 individuals across four categories for their talent, commitment and service to the College and WVU.](/files/c1b64494-f5b1-462a-9d98-86f0ea35977f/400x.webp?cb=c9dd11efc9364594722248f7cd57b051)
Eberly College announces 2020-2021 outstanding staff and faculty awards
The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences has named recipients for its 2020-2021 awards for faculty and staff. In total, the Eberly College recognized 11 individuals across four categories for their talent, commitment and service to the College and WVU.
2020-2021 Eberly Scholars: Myya Helm
Meet political science and international studies major Myya Helm.
![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.](/files/f12cdb68-3a93-4670-965b-dc4060fe0290/400x.webp?cb=562acf76092360ecd4e01e91b136452e)
WVU announces 2020 Diversity Week events
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.
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.