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A planned gift from retired educator Thomas Rymer Davis will provide crucial support for aspiring teachers at the West Virginia University College of Applied Human Sciences. This gift is designed to inspire the next generation of educators to establish their careers in West Virginia, contributing to efforts to address the state's critical teacher shortage.

Mary Taylor Shaak always knew she wanted to attend West Virginia University, but she didn’t expect to find her passion in mental health and addiction studies. Now a senior set to graduate in December 2025, the Charleston, W.Va., native has embraced opportunities to support others through her work with WVU’s Collegiate Recovery Program. Her experiences—both personal and professional—have shaped her commitment to making a difference in the field of mental health.

The WVU Nursery School is now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year. Programs are available for both the Preschool (3-year-old) and Monongalia County Collaborative Pre-K programs.

For more information or to begin the enrollment process, contact Allison Stump at (304) 293-2110 or via email at alstump@mail.wvu.edu.

The WVU Sport Management Club recently traveled to Indianapolis for a three-day professional development trip, where they met with industry leaders, toured world-class sports venues, and gained firsthand insights into careers in the sports industry.

Addison Dobson is eager – eager to learn, eager to talk, eager to do. She smiles easily and carries herself with the kind of energy that makes you believe she is looking for (and ready for) the next challenge. Whether it’s leaving Ohio to come to West Virginia University or jumping into a new sport with no experience, Dobson is the kind of person who leans in—fully, without hesitation.