Good morning, Morgantown.

West Virginia’s graduation rate reached 92.8% for the latest class as efforts to cut chronic absenteeism took hold; local schools improved transport and vision services + other supports to help students attend regularly.

The Education Department cites these measures as key to the record rate.

WVU is offering flexibility for students and employees during finals week due to heavy winter weather.

Exams will begin at 8 a.m. today — students who cannot safely reach campus should contact their instructors for alternate arrangements.

Student government leaders are urging lawmakers to restore voting rights removed earlier this year + they argue the change would empower student, faculty, and staff voices on campus issues as the report presented Friday may push action when legislators reconvene January 14.

Oklahoma State defeated WVU 34-3 at Hope Coliseum Sunday—injuries forced starters out with freshman Gunner Andrick earning WVU's only win, 4-2.

Coach Tim Flynn said the match helped gauge the team’s readiness ahead of their Jan. 9 dual against Arizona State.

West Virginia (8-4) lost 89-88 in double overtime at Rocket Arena on Saturday, Dec.

14 after squandering a 16-point lead as Ohio State sealed the win. Coach Ross Hodge said the team missed key stops that cost them the winning chance.

WVU closed out its nonconference schedule Sunday at Reed Arena with a 63-45 win over Texas A&M as its defense forced the Aggies into their lowest-scoring game of the season.

The Mountaineers will open Big 12 play Sunday at 2 p.m. against Houston.

Houston Cougars at West Virginia Mountaineers Women's Basketball

1-4 p.m. — Hope Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Watch the exciting matchup between the Cougars and Mountaineers in women's basketball action.

Champions Of Magic

7:30-9 p.m. — Lyell B Clay Concert Theatre — Ticket prices may apply — Experience a captivating night of illusions and incredible acts straight from London's West End.