Good morning, Morgantown.

The three-year-old performance-based funding model for colleges is now fully funded, according to Higher Education Chancellor Sarah Armstrong Tucker.

Institutions are reviewing programs to meet criteria tied to on-time student progression and job retention in IT, manufacturing and healthcare.

Preston County High School in Kingwood announced Sunday that a student died; counselors (providing support) remain onsite as details about the cause have not been released.

Sean Smith hit his fourth home run on Sunday night to give WVU a 9-2 win over Arizona State in Arizona.

WVU (19-5) improved its record while Arizona State (20-8) dropped in the series that kept the Mountaineers atop the Big 12.

WVU beat Arizona State 13-7 Saturday night after a crucial second inning lifted the Mountaineers to 18-5 on the season.

They will face a rubber match Sunday on ESPN2 with Chansen Cole starting (expecting another strong pitching effort).

WVU head coach Rich Rodriguez said the team will hold a roster draft on April 7 to build a depth chart during the final three weeks of spring practice.

New and returning players (including transfer wide receiver TaRon Francis and injured Jaden Bray) add competition for the Mountaineers.

Stavros Halkias Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a night filled with unforgettable laughs from acclaimed comedian Stavros Halkias.

IDeA State Cancer Trainee Research Conference

April 13-15 — Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place — Registration required — A unique symposium focusing on advancing cancer research through trainee collaboration.

Ducks Unlimited: WVU Sportsman's Night Out

— Morgantown Elks Lodge #411 — Registration details to be announced — Enjoy a social evening focused on outdoor sports and conservation.