Bruce Wilmoth

Bruce Wilmoth received the College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences Distinguished Service Award in 2013 in recognition of his career as a teacher, advisor, and program leader at West Virginia University.

A native of Virginia, Wilmoth earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Brigham Young University and joined the WVU faculty in 1967. He served in the College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences for over four decades, retiring as an associate professor and later being named professor emeritus.

Wilmoth taught rhythm and games classes within the Physical Education Teacher Education program, as well as courses in introductory physical education and clogging. He served as faculty advisor to both the WVU Folk Dance Club and the WVU Clogging Club, guiding performances across West Virginia and beyond.

In addition to his teaching, Wilmoth was Coordinator of the College’s Lifetime Activities Program and Activity Director of the National Youth Sports Program (NYSP) for 22 years. Sponsored by the NCAA, NYSP provided summer sport and enrichment opportunities for economically disadvantaged youth. In recognition of his service to the program, Wilmoth received the CPASS Dean’s Service Award in 2009.

Wilmoth was an active member of the West Virginia Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (WVAHPERD), the Midwest District of AAHPERD, and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD). He served as president of WVAHPERD, as Membership Chair, and as president-elect of the Midwest District AAHPERD, contributing to advocacy and leadership committees at both regional and national levels.