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Allan Johnson inducted into Strength Conditioning Hall of Fame

Friday, May 23, 2025

Allan Johnson, a graduate of West Virginia University’s sport management master's program, received one of the highest honors in the profession by being inducted into the Legends in the Field Strength and Conditioning Hall of Fame at the 2025 CSCCa National Conference in Indianapolis.

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WVU Magazine Feature: Captain to coach

Tuesday, April 01, 2025

WVU Sport Management alumna Hailey Barrett (BS ’16, MS ’21) has turned her passion for tennis and leadership into a rising collegiate coaching career. Now in her third year as an assistant tennis coach at Rutgers, Barrett first made her mark at WVU as a student-athlete during a time of transition by helping to hold the team together during a coaching change and stepping into leadership roles on and off the court. Her coaching journey has taken her from The Greenbrier to UConn, Washington and Lee, Colorado, and now the Big Ten. This WVU Magazine feature traces her path—from battling adversity as a player to mentoring the next generation.

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Literacy education trailblazer leaves lasting legacy

Monday, December 16, 2024

Dr. Arreta Jaranko was not one to loudly challenge convention, but her life spoke volumes. Born in 1922 in Clarksburg, W.Va., during the Great Depression, she faced formidable challenges. Yet, she quietly but firmly pursued a path of learning, innovation, and service that defied the limitations of her time.

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WVU Today: Schoenadel, Boyd honored as Outstanding Alumni

Wednesday, October 09, 2024

The  West Virginia University  Alumni Association will celebrate recipients of the 2024  Homecoming and Alumni Service Awards during  Homecoming Weekend, Oct. 18-20, recognizing the accomplishments of alumni around the world and honoring their service, commitment and loyalty to their alma mater.

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Visiting Committee

Discover how a select group of leaders and innovators contribute to the success of the College of Applied Human Sciences. Learn more about our Visiting Committee and the impact they make..

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Ways to Give

Create an Endowment or Scholarship

Endowments can be designated by the donor to impact a specific program or area within CAHS, or remain unrestricted to meet the most critical needs of the college.

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Make a Planned Gift

With your support, CAHS can continue its academic mission. Get started today by exploring the planned giving options available to you.

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Give to the Annual Fund

Annual giving is an important source of private financial support that ensures students receive a quality education. Those resources also enable the college to perform services and outreach.

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Haven't found the giving option that speaks to you? Explore even more ways to support CAHS through the WVU Foundation website. They offer a variety of options to ensure your gift creates the greatest impact.

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Career Connections

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Career Services

From acing the interview, to building a resume and developing a job search strategy, WVU Career Services has the tips and resources to meet the needs of WVU students and alumni. Visit the Career Services website to learn how to polish your professional image. Explore Handshake, WVU’s powerful career resource tool, designed to meet the needs of WVU students and alumni.

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