The College of Applied Human Sciences holds its first commencement Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Coliseum. Former WVU Tech president Carolyn Long was awarded an honorary doctorate during the ceremony. (WVU Photo/Jennifer Shephard)
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Perseverance, purpose underscore WVU Commencement Weekend

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MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Acclaimed for their perseverance and encouraged to live a life filled with purpose, nearly 4,500 West Virginia University graduates walked across the stage during 14 commencement ceremonies this weekend (May 12-14) to receive their diplomas as family and friends cheered.

“Many of you have endured the unique challenges of a pandemic on your journey to graduation, and though life has mostly returned to normal, these challenges took a lasting toll on many…