Do you want a career that really focuses on economic, social, and environmental change?

Are you wondering if a graduate degree will actually prepare you to thrive in a purpose-driven career?

We understand that making the decision to get your master’s and choosing a graduate school can be challenging, but we want to help you make the best decision possible.

Keep reading for some insight into why the Admissions professionals at West Virginia University think a graduate degree based in...

Are you looking to competently and efficiently promote social well-being and quality of life in your community? 

West Virginia University's Master of Social Work is a graduate program designed for students who are interested in making a real difference in a variety of sectors — public and private, local and international.

The traditional careers that spring to mind when considering a MSW tend to be positions that focus on social policy or child welfare, however, this master’s degree prepares...

It's no secret that technology is changing, and along with it, technology's evolution is resulting in some industries dissolving, while other industries are thriving.

After doing some research on a range of publications, we've put together a list of 26 industries that are thought to be on the verge of blowing up.

Do you want real-world training in the discipline of sport management?

Do you want a graduate program that's designed to help you achieve your professional goals?

Do you want compete in the global job market as an industry leader?

The Sport Management graduate program, offered by West Virginia University's College of Applied Human Sciences, is designed to advance the careers of established sport professionals while helping those individuals wanting to gain entry into this highly sought-after...

Between studying for the GRE, analyzing your financial situation, and making a decision regarding whether to keep working or not, applying to graduate school can be stressful. And in the midst of weighing several challenging choices, it's sometimes easy to overlook important steps in the graduate school admissions process.

But don't worry! The West Virginia University Admissions team is here to help.

Take a look at these three easily avoidable mistakes before you apply to grad school (and then...

As the health needs of our communities change and evolve, so will the demand for dedicated doctors, researchers, and health administrators.

Whether it’s finding ways to promote rural seniors’ access to healthy food or collaborating with corporations and public officials to create a digitally-skilled workforce, West Virginia University's public health professionals are working to turn some of the most critical questions our society faces today — into solutions.

Are you ready to go back to school, but not ready to quit your job?

Choosing graduate school online will allow you to maintain momentum in your career while pursuing your degree. You'll not only master a specific body of knowledge, you'll also learn to think critically and creatively, analyze and synthesize information, communicate effectively, and solve complex problems — all skills that give you that decisive competitive edge.

But remember that there are two sides to every story. Just...

Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) is a “planning process designed to assure that all brand contacts received by a customer or prospect for a product, service, or organization are relevant to that person and consistent over time."

But what exactly does this mean?

Snyder asserts some progressive claims here. Perhaps, the future of higher education does lie in online learning, but for now, the Admissions Team at West Virginia University understands that there are still some reservations or even stigmas that surround pursuing graduate school online.

But we're here to dispel some of those notions. 

Did you know that West Virginia University's music faculty was nominated for a 2018 Grammy Award?

Did you know that WVU's online Software Engineering program was ranked in the top15 nationwide by U.S. News & World Report in its Best Online Program rankings for the second year in a row? 

WVU has a lot going on that you may not know about. And that's why I decided to browse WVU Today and share a few stories I think are noteworthy, and maybe you will too!