Good morning, Morgantown.

WVU’s School of Nursing is partnering with Johns Hopkins to create an ‘Inside Outside’ clinical track that gives nursing students community-based clinicals during their junior year.

Eight students accepted next spring will begin clinicals in Fall 2027 at community sites including WVU Medicine outpatient clinics and county health departments.

WVU physicists and University of Chicago researchers found that adjusting elements in iron telluride selenide can toggle exotic quantum states needed for advanced quantum computing.

The study uses electron interactions as a control knob + may lead to practical topological superconductivity in ultra-thin films.

Career Services announced three spring career fairs for students and alumni.

The events include fairs on Feb. 11, Feb. 12 and Feb. 25 at Mountainlair Ballrooms and the Student Rec Center+ free headshots and online career tools will be offered.

WVU President Michael Benson requested funding during Wednesday’s Finance Committee meeting for deferred maintenance, a Health Sciences expansion, and a new HVAC system at Hope Coliseum.

NSF representatives will visit March 11 & 12 to review a major grant proposal.

Senators Jay Taylor and Mike Oliverio advanced the Women’s Collegiate Sports Protection Act, SB 502, in the Senate Education Committee on Thursday morning to create endowment funds that would support scholarships, coaching + facilities for women’s collegiate sports.

The bill now moves to the Senate Finance Committee for review.

FERC responded to Sen. Capito’s letter about concerns over poor upkeep at Cheat Lake Park and recreation areas managed by Lake Lynn Generation.

The commission said it is investigating compliance issues and reviewing reports and filings (including a potential 2026 fee) to ensure the site meets standards.

The WVU baseball team was picked third in the 2026 Big 12 Preseason Coaches Poll—its highest ranking since joining the conference—and will open its season on Feb.

13 at Georgia Southern, with junior pitcher Chase Meyer earning a spot on the Preseason All-Big 12 Team.

At Fifth Third Arena yesterday, DJ Thomas led the Mountaineers past the Bearcats with clutch 3s and free throws for a 59-54 win.

The team overcame a slow start to score 39 second-half points & secure its second road win.

On Wednesday night, Morgantown defeated University High 86-58 at Rowdie Center with strong plays by Max Frey + Collin Ridgeway to keep a 12-0 record; the team will host Washington at 7:30 p.m. today.

WVU completed its 2026 recruiting class on Feb.

4 by finalizing the roster at 48 players, including West Virginia State POY Bradley Mossor. Coach Rich Rodriguez plans to build a strong foundation with high school talent as focus shifts to the upcoming 2027 class.

Texas Tech Red Raiders at West Virginia Mountaineers Basketball

1-3 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Cost info not provided — Morgantown energy activated with Texas Tech in the building.

UCF Knights vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Basketball

7-9 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Ticket info available — It's more than a game, it's a statement as WVU takes on UCF and leaves it all on the court!

Black Violin Full Circle Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the powerful fusion of classical and hip-hop music as Black Violin redefines musical boundaries.

Bridgerton Trivia Night

5-8 p.m. — Stone Tower Brews — Supports Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center — Prove your wit at this spirited trivia night inspired by Bridgerton.

Oklahoma State Cowgirls vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Basketball

2-4 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Tickets available — The grind never stops! Bring the energy, Mountaineers!

Gardner Winter Music Festival

5 p.m. – 10 p.m. — South Middle School — $5 for adults, free for musicians and kids under 7 — Celebrate winter with Appalachian music, dance, and workshops.

West Virginia Mountaineers vs. UCF Knights

8-10 p.m. — Mountainlair Student Union — Ticket prices vary — Charge or defend? It's Mountaineers vs UCF tonight!