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West Liberty University Awarded Momentum Initiative Grant to Support Justice-Involved and At-Risk Youth

January 7, 2026 By robertnewhart

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — West Liberty University has been awarded a Momentum Initiative Grant (MIG) from the West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF) to support Hilltopper Pathways: Out of School Reentry Read More

West Liberty University Students Partner with West Liberty Lions Club Family Support Center to Advance Community Health and Wellness

December 18, 2025 By robertnewhart

West Liberty, W. Va. – West Liberty University students in CEP 442: Community Empowerment and Engagement spent the Fall 2025 semester turning classroom learning into community impact through a hands-on Read More

West Liberty University Reading Students Build Literacy Skills Through Pen Pal Partnership with Madison Elementary

December 16, 2025 By robertnewhart

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — West Liberty University’s Reading Program, led by Dr. Angela Curfman, recently concluded a semester-long Pen Pal Collaborative Writing Partnership with Mrs. Olivia Beihl’s fifth-grade class at Read More

West Liberty University Dental Hygiene Students Gain Hands-On Experience Through Collaboration with Ohio County Schools

December 16, 2025 By robertnewhart

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — West Liberty University’s Dental Hygiene program continues to strengthen its partnership with Ohio County Schools, providing students with meaningful, hands-on experience in community-based oral health care. Read More

West Liberty University Biology Professor Invited to Present Novel Antimicrobial Research at National Infectious Disease Conference

December 9, 2025 By robertnewhart

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — West Liberty University is proud to announce that Dr. Joseph Horzempa, Professor of Biology and Co-Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences, was invited to present Read More

WLU Dental Hygiene Students Distribute 4,000 Toothbrushes During Local Christmas Parades

December 3, 2025 By robertnewhart

Dental Hygiene Christmas Parade Float

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — Students from West Liberty University’s Student American Dental Hygienists’ Association (SADHA) participated once again in the annual Wheeling and Moundsville Christmas Parades, continuing a long-standing tradition Read More

West Liberty University Campus Ministry Leads Weekend Meals Initiative Supporting Local Students

November 21, 2025 By robertnewhart

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WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — In a community-wide effort rooted in service, Protestant Campus Ministry at West Liberty University is helping ensure elementary students at West Liberty Elementary School have access Read More

West Liberty University Graphic Design Students Create Stickers for West Virginia State Parks

November 6, 2025 By robertnewhart

WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — West Liberty University graphic design students have collaborated with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) to create a new series of collectible stickers now Read More

West Liberty University Speech and Hearing Clinic Promotes Positive Hearing Health and Hearing Protection

October 28, 2025 By robertnewhart

WLU students gain hands-on experience through direct patient care and advanced simulation, including the CARL hearing loss simulator, which allows safe, realistic clinical training.

  WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. — October 27, 2025 — In recognition of National Audiology Awareness Month, the West Liberty University Speech and Hearing Clinic, partnering with the American Academy of Read More

West Liberty University Expands Dementia Support and Student Training through Opportunities to Shine

September 22, 2025 By Theresa G

First-year MS SLP graduate students (left), Kendall Kropp and Maria Goudy are guided by second-year MS SLP graduate student (right), Kara Kapiskosky, and Dr. Carol Zombotti in preparing simulation experiences.

West Liberty, W.Va., September 22, 2025 – West Liberty University is proud to highlight the growth of Opportunities to Shine – WLU Branch, a clinical support group for individuals living Read More

WLU Master of Science in Exercise Physiology Students Partner with Oglebay Park Resort to Promote Workplace Safety

September 9, 2025 By Theresa G

The Oglebay Park Resort Housekeeping department employees take 10-15 minutes each day performing pre-shift group stretches and exercises as a result of an educational seminar presented by the West Liberty University Master of Exercise Physiology students.

West Liberty, W.Va., September 9, 2025— Graduate students in West Liberty University’s Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MSEP) program recently completed a semester-long project focused on ergonomics and workplace Read More

West Liberty University Students Give Back to the Community at Highlands Event

September 3, 2025 By Theresa G

WLU Nursing students provided blood pressure screening at the “Stronger Together” event at the Highlands on August 30, 2025_

West Liberty, W.Va., September 3, 2025– West Liberty University students in Sport Management and Nursing teamed up to volunteer at the Stronger Together event at The Highlands on August 30, Read More

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