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We drive positive change through education, service, and applying our research findings to transform the lives of West Virginians.

Pick the Canner demonstration at the West Virginia State Fair

ºÚÁÏÊÓÆµ Extension

We put the University’s expertise to work in all 55 West Virginia counties, reaching 624,000+ West Virginians each year.

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Center for Excellence in Disabilities

With 80+ team members in locations across the state, we lead efforts to provide better services to West Virginians with disabilities.

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Center for Community Engagement

We hold the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement, a designation that recognizes our commitment to building mutually beneficial partnerships with communities.

Building our state's tech future

We’re making sure West Virginia’s businesses, communities, and students are equipped to thrive in a digital-first world.

Future-focused Outreach

Management Information Systems, based at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics, is about more than just technology — it’s where business, data, and people come together to solve real-world problems.

The University’s faculty and students aren’t just studying innovation, they’re actively working to help West Virginia businesses stay competitive in cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics.

Healthcare

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Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute

We develop innovative solutions for West Virginians and those across the world with neurological and psychiatric conditions.

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Heart and Vascular Institute

We spearhead ºÚÁÏÊÓÆµ Medicine’s statewide efforts in cardiovascular quality and research, clinical education, outreach, and statewide program development.

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Drug, Alcohol, and Addiction Services

We are committed to a broad approach to West Virginia’s opioid addiction crisis, including drug abuse prevention and better, more accessible addiction treatment.

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ºÚÁÏÊÓÆµ System

Enrolling 25,000+ students in Beckley, Keyser, and Morgantown, the ºÚÁÏÊÓÆµ System is a family of campuses, each with a unique identity, all united under a single mission.

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The Arts

As a regional hub for the visual and performing arts, we offer a year-round slate of recitals, concerts, plays, musicals, exhibitions, lectures, and classes.

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Museums and Galleries

Admission is free at ºÚÁÏÊÓÆµ galleries and museums, making education and opportunity available to all. Current exhibit info, hours, and directions are available on each facility’s website.

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Center for Excellence in STEM Education

Our vision is to break the cycle of poverty and improve health in West Virginia through education in the STEM disciplines.

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Alumni Association

Our 210,000 alumni carry the Mountaineer spirit throughout 135 nations. Each year, alumni volunteers give back to their communities for the ºÚÁÏÊÓÆµ Day of Service and through continuous commitments with local organizations throughout the year.