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Former Interim President Peter Magrath Remembers WVU in His Estate Plan

C. Peter Magrath

C. Peter Magrath, who served as interim president of West Virginia University from 2008-2009, is leaving nearly $1 million to WVU in his will. Read More

Alumnus David Wallace Gives Back in Many Ways

Longtime supporter and alumnus David Wallace says lifelong friends and wonderful memories made it an easy decision to give back to his alma mater. Read More

Scholarship to Pave Way For Promising Engineers and Scientists

Charles and Barbara Meredith

WVU alumni and native West Virginians Charles and Barbara Meredith recognize the need to support the future education and success of promising engineers and scientists, primarily from West Virginia. Read More

A Gift They'll Never Forget

Sharon and Kenneth Murray

Three sons fund a scholarship in honor of their appreciative parents—and add to the endowment annually. Read More

A Tale of Two Sisters

Jeanette Bendula

An Ohio woman honors the giving legacy of her only sister by establishing a nursing scholarship at WVU in her honor. Read More

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