WVU Mining Extension program boasts century-long legacy of excellence
10 Oct 2024
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For more than 100 years, the West Virginia University Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Mining Extension program has stood as a cornerstone of progress and education, shaping countless students’ careers and transforming the landscapes of both the mining industry and the Mountain State.
Ahead of the Coal Rush game for the Mountaineers Saturday (Oct. 12), former Mining Extension Director Jim Dean and current Mining Extension Director Joshua Brady are reflecting on the program’s profound impact and service to the state over its 111 years and its vision for the future.
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