Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Morgantown.
🎓 Education
Open Enrollment runs through May 15 for WVU benefits-eligible faculty & staff to add, drop, or change benefits for the 2027 plan year; changes take effect on July 1.
It is a changes-only enrollment except for PEIA PPB Plan D, so those making no changes will keep their current coverages.
WenJuan Mo from Statler College is named First-Year Seminar Instructor of the Year for excellence in teaching and innovative course design.
The doctoral candidate will receive $1,250 and be honored at a faculty and staff awards reception at Blaney House in April.
🌲 Environment
The Department of Biology invites community members to join free wildflower walks at the Core Arboretum on Sunday, April 5.
Walks will start at noon, 12:30 p.m., 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. each Sunday in April, and visitors can also explore the blooms on their own.
🏛️ Government
On Wednesday morning, the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals met in the Marlyn E.
Lugar Courtroom at WVU College of Law to give law students a firsthand look at the appellate process & its workings.
🏥 Health
Faculty and staff are invited to relax with WVU certified therapy dogs (hosted by the Office of Compliance and Prevention Education) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 7 at Mountainlair in Vandalia Lounge.
The WVU Retirees Association will host a blood drive with the American Red Cross at the Erickson Alumni Center, Nutting Gallery on April 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donors should email [email protected] to schedule a time slot.
🏈 Sports
WVU football announced new running backs coach Jay Boulware, who brings decades of experience from stops like the Steelers & Kentucky.
He will teach running fundamentals and mentor a fresh group of players for the upcoming fall season.
No. 13 WVU baseball takes on No. 23 UCF today at Kendrick Family Ballpark at 6:30 p.m. in a three-game series set for a strategic pitching duel as both teams rely on smart play over power hitting.
Morgantown High seniors Waylon Colistra and junior Max Frey were named to the Class AAAA first-team All-State by the WVSWA today.
The duo impressed with averages (16.5 points and 7 rebounds) during their 21-3 season that led them to the state semifinals.
🎉 Morgantown Events
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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.
Do The Crawl de Mayo Pub Crawl
4:30–9:00 p.m. — Almost Heaven Bar & Grill — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with lively vibes, festive drinks, and fun contests in downtown Morgantown.
Christian Music Concert in Morgantown
7-11 p.m. — Metropolitan Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience uplifting performances at this exciting Christian music concert.
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