Eberly News
Eberly student selected as University’s 27th Truman Scholar
An Eberly College student committed to advocacy, justice and scholarship has been named the University’s 27th Truman Scholar, earning one of the nation’s top graduate fellowships.
Sophie Slaughter, a native of Culloden and member of the Honors College, is the recipient of the prestigious annual award given to college juniors with exceptional leadership potential and a commitment to public service.
“Sophie truly understands the value of public service and has found purpose in work to improve the lives of others,” President Gordon Gee said. “When I met Sophie, it was clear how much drive Sophie has to make West Virginia and the world a better place.”
Slaughter, a junior double majoring in history and women’s and gender studies, envisions a future where everyone has what they need to live safe, healthy and self-directed lives.
Slaughter said they believe public service is the best way to champion that ideal.
Lorimer Named Eberly Distinguished Chair for Academic Excellence
Duncan Lorimer, world-renowned astrophysicist and Professor of Physics and Astronomy in the WVU Eberly College of Arts and Sciences, has been appointed as the Eberly Distinguished Chair for Academic Excellence in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the fields of astronomy and astrophysics, excellence in teaching and his significant impact on the scientific research community at WVU and beyond.