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Dr. Susan Ridleys painting Plastic Oceans.

WLU faculty and staff display art in the Nutting Gallery on campus

Hanna Perry, Opinion/Editorial Editor February 4, 2022

The art faculty and staff at West Liberty University currently have various art pieces on display in the Nutting Gallery, which is located in the Hall of Fine Arts on campus. The faculty members that...

A photo of the set. Permission was granted by Greyson.

Preview of WLU theatre department’s upcoming play

Kenley George, editor February 4, 2022

The West Liberty University Theatre Department is presenting “Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play.” The play, written by Anne Washburn, is based on an episode of “The Simpsons.” A summary of the play...

Creative Arts Therapy Exhibit wall.

WLU students showcase work at Creative Arts Therapy Exhibit

Creed Kidney, Online Editor February 4, 2022

On Saturday, Jan. 22, West Liberty University creative arts therapy (CAT) undergraduates and art therapy and counseling graduate students showcased their work at the annual Creative Arts Therapy Exhibit...

Dr. Criniti in action in the classroom.

Dr. Steve Criniti wins 2020 Professor of the Year Award, becoming 3rd WLU professor to earn honor in 7 years

Annalise Murphy, Editor-in-chief February 4, 2022

Dr. Steve Criniti, a professor of English at West Liberty University, won the 2020 Professor of the Year award, which was announced at the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission Meeting via Zoom...

Do language learning apps work?

Do language learning apps work?

Kaitlynn Wheeler, Writer December 6, 2021

When traveling to a different country, it is common to download language apps to help an individual learn a language different from their own sufficiently. Applications such as Duolingo or Rosetta Stone,...

Transgender Awareness Week banner at the Student Union.

International Transgender Day of Remembrance memorial service and vigil held on the quad

Creed Kidney, Online Editor December 6, 2021

On Saturday, Nov. 20, the West Liberty University Campus and Community Diversity and Inclusion Committee commemorated the Transgender Day of Remembrance by holding a memorial vigil. During the event, a...

2021 senior art exhibition opens in the Nutting Gallery

2021 senior art exhibition opens in the Nutting Gallery

Haley Blakemore, Graphic Designer/Photographer December 6, 2021

The Fall 2021 Senior Exhibition opening was held in West Liberty’s Nutting Gallery on Nov. 17 and lasts until Dec. 9. Seniors attending included Lauren Anderson, Jub Delbrugge, Michelle Eisen, Abbie...

International Education Month asks students to recognize cultural stereotypes

International Education Month asks students to recognize cultural stereotypes

Kailey Carpino, Opinion Editor Intern December 6, 2021

As part of International Education Month, West Liberty University’s international students hosted a student panel discussion about cultural stereotypes, an event supported by the Rollie Williams International...

Thanksgiving traditions from around the U.S.

Thanksgiving traditions from around the U.S.

Kailey Carpino, Opinion Editor Intern November 24, 2021

Thursday, Nov. 25 is Thanksgiving Day, and while everyone is preparing for the holiday in their own way, there are several common traditions that many people share. The most well-known Thanksgiving...

West Liberty University’s Dance Team gathers for a team huddle at the end of their practice.

Student Brooke Anderson brings a dance team back to West Liberty

Alanna Lynch, writer November 19, 2021

West Liberty University (WLU) has reintroduced its dance team for the 2021-2022 school year thanks to current student Brooke Anderson. The team is planning on reinventing their image and school involvement...

SPICES hosts International Game Event

SPICES hosts International Game Event

Kailey Carpino, Opinion Editor Intern November 19, 2021

As part of International Education Month, WLU’s International Club (SPICES) hosted an international games event on Thursday, November 11. The event was open to all students and held in the Alumni Room...

Creative Arts Therapy (CAT) Clubs Nature Scavenger Hunt Collage.

Creative Arts Therapy Club hosts Nature Scavenger Hunt on Quad

Creed Kidney, Online Editor November 19, 2021

On Tuesday, Nov. 2, the Creative Arts Therapy Club hosted a “Nature Scavenger Hunt” on the quad from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; as students passed by the table, they were invited to take a list of items...

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