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Student Life Honors & Awards

WVU Student Life recognizes the achievements and contributions of our outstanding students and staff members.

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Learn about our Honors & Awards

WVU Student Life recognizes the achievements and contributions of our outstanding students and staff.

Student Life Hall of Fame

The Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding contributions to student life at West Virginia University.

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Outstanding Achievement Award

Awarded once per year to an alum who, through his or her contributions to WVU, has positively influenced our students.

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Student Life Departmental Awards Recognition

Student Life recognizes the various honors and awards of all of its prestigious departments. See a listing of the latest awards granted to Student Life Departments.

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2024 Hall of Fame inductees

Doina Jikich

Doina Jikich

After 30 years of service to WVU, Jikich retired in 2019. Prior to her retirement she served as the executive director for international students and scholars services in the Office of Global Affairs.

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Kathy Clingerman

Kathy Clingerman

After 43 years of service to the University, Clingerman retired in April. Before her retirement, she served as the supervisor of reservations at the Mountainlair student union for 37 years.

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Chief Sherry St. Clair

Chief Sherry St. Clair

Committed to keeping the campus community safe for 30 years, St. Clair was named the University’s first female chief in 2021. Known for her proactive approach to policing, she immerses UPD officers in daily campus life...

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