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🌟 | 💛🖤 West Virginia State University (WVSU)
📍 | Institute, WV | 🎓 Est. 1891
🎉 | #HBCU Pride | 🐝 Home of the Yellow Jackets
🏆 | D2 Athletics | 🏈🏀🎾⚽🏐 ⛳
💻 | 🔗 https://wvstateu.edu/ #GoState
🎆 Happy Fourth of July!
Wishing our #WVSU community a safe and joyful Independence Day as we honor freedom, unity, and the spirit of progress. 🇺🇸💛🖤

#FourthOfJuly #YellowJacketPride #CelebrateFreedom
July 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM
#TBTuesday to New Student Orientation at WVSU! 💛🐝
Our newest Yellow Jackets brought the energy as they kicked off their journey. We’re so excited to see all they’ll accomplish! 🎓📚
#WVSU #YellowJacketPride #ClassOf2029 #Orientation2025 #CollegeLife
July 1, 2025 at 5:04 PM
June 20 marks West Virginia Day, celebrating our statehood since 1863. From bluegrass music to the New River Gorge, today we're proud to honor the history, culture, and beauty of WV.
#WVDay #MountainStatePride #WestVirginiaDay
June 20, 2025 at 3:40 PM
WVSU commemorates Juneteenth—a historic day celebrating freedom and the enduring pursuit of justice. As an HBCU founded on that very mission, we pause to reflect, educate, and commit to a future built on equity. 🖤💛 #Juneteenth #WVSU #FreedomDay
June 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
A warm WVSU welcome to our newest Yellow Jackets! 🐝
New Student Orientation was filled with energy, connections, and excitement for what’s ahead. Let’s make this year unforgettable.
#WVSU #Orientation #CollegeLife #HBCUPride
June 17, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Big thanks to the Truist West Virginia Foundation for investing $20,000 in the future of AI education at WVSU! 🤖💛

This initiative empowers students with ethical, real-world AI skills that meet industry needs and support regional growth. #WVSU #AIInnovation #Truist #FutureReady #HBCUimpact
June 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
👏 Congrats to the Spring 2025 Dean’s List honorees at WVSU! We’re so proud of your academic achievements. 🎓🐝
🔗 wvstateu.edu/news/academi...
#WVSU #DeansList
June 9, 2025 at 5:03 PM
👏 Congrats to our Spring 2025 President’s List honorees at WVSU! These students achieved the highest academic honors. 🎓🐝
🔗 wvstateu.edu/news/academi...
#WVSU #AcademicExcellence
June 9, 2025 at 5:03 PM
WVSU student Samantha Cochran is making us proud as she joins NASA as a Protective Services Intern at the Katherine Johnson IV&V Facility. 🛰️ She’s honoring a legacy and inspiring the next generation! 🌟
#WVSU #STEM #NASAIntern #KatherineJohnson
June 6, 2025 at 5:03 PM
🔐 WVSU’s Cybersecurity Program is building tomorrow’s digital defenders.

With hands-on learning and industry-driven coursework, our students are stepping into a future where their skills are in demand.

📍 Learn more: wvstateu.edu
#WVSU #Cybersecurity #TechEducation #FutureReady
June 3, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Today we honor the heroes who gave their lives in service to our nation.

West Virginia State University remembers their sacrifice and legacy. 🕊️

#MemorialDay #WVSU #HonorAndRemember
May 26, 2025 at 5:23 PM
🩺 WVSU proudly celebrated its Nursing Class of 2025 at the Pinning Ceremony—a time-honored tradition that welcomes graduates into the nursing profession.

Congratulations to our newest BSN grads and thank you to the faculty who guided them every step of the way!

#WVSUNursing #ClassOf2025
May 19, 2025 at 5:16 AM
🎓 Big congrats to the Spring 2025 graduates of WVSU!

Your achievements are a testament to your dedication and strength. We can’t wait to see the incredible things you’ll accomplish next. 🐝💛

#WVSU #ClassOf2025 #GraduationDay #YellowJacketPride
May 16, 2025 at 5:15 AM
🌱 The WVSU Tree Planting Ceremony offered a moment of remembrance and renewal for our community.

We honored our past, celebrated Arbor Day, and embraced the future—together. 🌳
#WVSU #Sustainability #CampusUnity
April 22, 2025 at 4:22 PM
🔥 The Fireside Chat with Delegate Kayla Young at WVSU brought inspiration, honesty, and leadership lessons to campus.

Grateful for the conversation and all who attended.
#WVSU #KaylaYoung #LeadershipMatters
April 17, 2025 at 3:20 PM
👏 WVSU alumna Lt. Ana Pile is making history as the first female Chief of Detectives at the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office!

She’s leading with integrity, empathy, and teamwork—and inspiring future generations in law enforcement. 🐝

#WVSU #AlumniSpotlight #Leadership
April 15, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🟡 Join WVSU for a Fireside Chat with Delegate Kayla Young on April 15 at 12:30 PM in the Erickson Alumni Center!

Moderated by Dr. LeighAnn Davidson, the event is open to all & includes refreshments after.
#WVSU #Leadership #CivicEngagement #KaylaYoung
April 11, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🌏✈️ Two WVSU seniors are heading to Hong Kong! Franco Farias & Logan Stone received full-ride scholarships to pursue grad degrees at HKBU, one of Asia’s top-ranked business schools! 🎓👏 #WVSU #GlobalYellowJackets #StudentSuccess
April 10, 2025 at 3:40 PM
💛 WVSU Cares Day 2025 = community impact at its finest!

Yellow Jackets volunteered across Institute, Kanawha, and Putnam counties, giving back through service, connection, and compassion. 🐝

Thank you to all who made it happen!
#WVSUCares #YellowJacketPride
April 9, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🎯 Career support = A huge win!

Thanks to the Yellow Jacket Pledge, students at St. Albans are excited about the career support and extra coursework after graduation! 💼🐝

#WVSU #YellowJacketPledge #FutureReady #HigherEd
April 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
💛 Today we’re celebrating our incredible WVSU student-athletes for National Student-Athlete Day!

Their commitment to excellence on the field and in the classroom defines Yellow Jacket pride 🐝🏆
#WVSU #StudentAthleteDay #WVSUPride
April 6, 2025 at 3:40 PM
WVSU officially opened the first Cybersecurity Clinic in West Virginia, thanks to a $1M grant from Google!

👏 Huge shoutout to Dr. Ali Al-Sinayyid for his leadership in growing WVSU’s cybersecurity program and preparing future cybersecurity pros! 💻💡

#WVSU #Cybersecurity #TechEducation #HigherEd
April 3, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🔥 More excitement about the Yellow Jacket Pledge! 🔥

St. Albans students LOVE the tuition freeze & guaranteed admission! WVSU is making college more accessible than ever! 🏆🐝

#WVSU #YellowJacketPledge #HigherEd #FutureFocused
April 1, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🚨 President Cage visits St. Albans! 🚨

Students are excited about the Yellow Jacket Pledge—guaranteed admission + tuition freeze = game-changer! 🏆🐝

💬 What’s your favorite part of the pledge?

#WVSU #YellowJacketPledge #CollegeBound #FutureFocused
March 27, 2025 at 3:04 PM
This Women’s History Month, we honor Katherine Johnson, a math genius who calculated NASA’s first human spaceflight trajectory. Her groundbreaking work ensured John Glenn’s successful orbit and paved the way for the Apollo 11 moon landing.

#WVSU #WomensHistoryMonth #KatherineJohnson #WomenInSTEM
March 25, 2025 at 3:40 PM