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May Events

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Events and important deadlines for the Office of Graduate Education and Life in the month of May.

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Congratulations, GPSS!

The WVU Graduate and Professional Student Senate has received the Outstanding Graduate Student Award for 2024-2025.

This recognition is a testament to the dedication, collaboration, and advocacy of our entire team. Thank you to everyone who supported and believed in our mission to elevate the graduate and professional student experience at WVU.

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Finals Week Drop-In Hours at Serenity Place

Monday, May 5 - Friday, May 9 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Maple House

Stop by the Serenity Place for snacks and quiet study spaces!

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Dissertation Writing Retreat

Monday, May 12 - Friday, May 16 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Colson Hall, G02

Registration is free. Email Cody Grey at cody.grey@mail.wvu.edu to register.

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GradFest

Wednesday, May 14 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Downtown Campus

Grab your cap and gown and join your fellow Mountaineers on the Downtown Campus for activities, giveaways, entertainment, and special guests throughout the day. Receive your first WVU alumni shirt and get free grad photos taken at Woodburn Circle!

Learn more here.

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May 2025 Commencement

Friday, May 16 - Sunday, May 18

View Commencement Schedule here.

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Show Off Your Creativity!

The Art in the Libraries Committee invites WVU graduate students to submit ideas for consideration for an exhibit to visually showcase their academic or creative research in innovative ways. The award includes $500 in professional development funds, assistance with exhibit design and promotion and the option to host a public program.

The submission window for Art in the Libraries’ 2025 Graduate Student Exhibits Award is open through May 15. Learn more here.

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Carruth Summer Outreach Events (May)

May 20: Bike and Banter | 3 - 5 p.m. | MOA, Downtown

May 29: Bike and Banter | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. | MOA, Downtown

View more events here.


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