WVU TODAY Parents seeking a comfortable, private space to nurse or pump on West Virginia University game days, at other university events or during office hours now have access to the new WVU Nursing Pod. The transportable lactation suite is currently located at the coliseum’s ...
From smartwatches and robots to video games and apps — today’s digital world runs on code. At West Virginia University Extension’s 4-H Code Camp, youth from across the state will have the opportunity to learn one of the world’s most in-demand skills through fun, hands-on coding activities. This annual weekend camp will be Feb. 24-26 at WVU Jackson’s Mill. During Code Camp, campers will work on interactive projects while learning how computer science can be applied to topics like music, games and computer animation. “I’m really excited for Code Camp this year,” ...
The West Virginia University College of Creative Arts has taken on a new staff member. This one is just 2 years old and has become a popular addition this semester. Daisy, a black Labradoodle, is the college’s therapy dog. She works three days a week and is responsible for easing ...
A West Virginia University alumna will compete later this month in the Miss America contest after winning Miss West Virginia 2022 using her agriculture background as both her talent and social impact initiative. Martinsburg native Elizabeth Lynch graduated in May from the Davis College of ...
It’s high time to deck those halls. And while the ease and convenience of a pre-lit, artificial tree has its appeal, a West Virginia University Extension expert is making a case for the authentic look and smell of a fresh-cut Christmas tree. Dave McGill, a WVU Extension forest resources specialist, said a fresh-cut tree does require a bit more attention and care, but a few simple precautions can keep it in good shape into January. The first thing you need to do is prep your tree for stability. “Once you get the tree home, slice the trunk of the tree again just to make ...
WVU TODAY Each fall, people across West Virginia participate in several hunting seasons from white-tailed deer to wild turkeys. Monday marks the beginning of deer season across the state. While hunters invest in safety equipment, such as blaze orange vests and tree stand harnesses, experts from the West Virginia University School of Medicine urge them to protect one other important thing — their hearing. “Permanent hearing loss from exposure to loud noises, including gunshots, is preventable and only takes a few additional seconds to ensure that you’re protected,” ...
