WVSU Student Veterans of America

08/17/2026

The first day of classes is officially here; welcome back, Yellow Jackets! We hope everyone has a great and safe semester!

Got questions about your classes, navigating campus or anything else? Stop by the Clocktower’s Info and Chill tent today and tomorrow from 8am-2pm and our team will help you get started!

08/14/2026

The Code Talkers

Today, we honor the legacy of the Navajo Code Talkers, whose courage, resilience, and native language forever changed the course of history.

During World War II, the Marine Corps turned to a method of communication that Japanese intelligence could never crack: the Navajo language.

In 1942, a group of Navajo Marines developed an unbreakable oral code that allowed for fast and secure communication during battles throughout the Pacific Theater of Operations.

Because of the code's strategic value, their heroic contributions remained secret until 1968.

Semper Fidelis.

✍️ (U.S. Marine Corps graphic by Lance Cpl. Matthew Morales)

08/14/2026

Of course, this is also open to student veterans!

Want to get paid to do research at WVSU?

Applications are open for the Research Rookies program! Students work with a faculty mentor on hands-on research for approximately 10 hours per week, scheduled around their classes, and receive a $2,000 stipend each semester ($4,000 per year).

And don't let the word research intimidate you...you do NOT need any previous research experience! We really do mean ROOKIES. One of the primary goals of the program is to give students the opportunity to get started in research while receiving guidance from a faculty mentor.

Research Rookies can also gain:
🔬 Hands-on research experience
🎓 Graduate school and career preparation
🤝 Opportunities to network with professors and professionals
✈️ Possible travel opportunities
🧪 Opportunities to collaborate on multi-lab and multi-institution research projects
📊 Experience presenting research at the annual WVSU Research Symposium

The program is currently geared primarily toward freshmen and sophomores in STEM majors who are enrolled full-time at WVSU, maintain at least a 3.0 GPA, and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Don't meet all of those requirements? I still encourage you to apply! We are hoping to expand Research Rookies to include more students and additional disciplines in the future. Demonstrating interest from students who fall outside our current eligibility requirements can help us make the case for expanding the program.

👉Apply here:
https://forms.gle/nq3xat5UQV3UULcT6

Questions? Send us a message or email! [email protected]

And please share this post or tag a WVSU student who might make a great Research Rookie!

06/28/2026

West Virginia State University is proud to recognize the students named to the Spring 2026 Dean’s List. This honor reflects strong academic performance and a commitment to success in the classroom.

Congratulations to all of our students for their hard work and dedication. Link to the full list is in the comments.

The President’s List will be announced shortly, so stay tuned.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, West Virginia State University honors the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. We pause in remembrance of their sacrifice and reflect with gratitude on the legacy they leave behind.