A retired ophthalmologist is celebrating the 45th anniversary of his graduation from the West Virginia University School of Medicine with a $50,000 scholarship gift to benefit future medical students from West Virginia.
WVU donor Francesca Hartop is investing in the future of Mountaineer football with two generous gifts to support the program, including a significant planned gift made in her will.
Two-time WVU graduate David R. Gay is supporting Potomac State College, the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences, and the School of Pharmacy with a $90,000 planned gift to honor the people and experiences that guided his journey. (WVU Foundation photo/Garrett Cullen)
This year’s honorees, who have been exceptional in their dedication and leadership, are Milan Puskar Outstanding Philanthropists David and Jo Ann Shaw and Outstanding Philanthropic Corporation Hope Gas.
Hosted by the Hayhurst Family, West Virginia University Extension and the WVU Morris L. Hayhurst LaunchLab, the Summit brought together finalists from across the state to compete in eight live pitch competitions.
Innovative classroom projects designed to fuel inspirational learning for students across the Mountain State will receive funding through the West Virginia Public Education Collaborative, the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation and WVU Health Sciences.