WVU Extension’s award-winning summer reading program receives $1.2 million award

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

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WVU Extension Service’s Energy Express summer reading and nutrition program reaches nearly 3,000 children in rural and low-income communities in West Virginia. (WVU Extension Service Photo)

West Virginia Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Joe Manchin recently announced that West Virginia University Extension Service’s Energy Express program has been awarded more than $1.2 million to support literacy programs for West Virginia youths beginning in summer 2022. The award will continue through 2024 ($1.2 million each year for three years).

Energy Express received the AmeriCorps state award from the Corporation for National and Community Service through Volunteer West Virginia. Each summer, the Energy Express summer reading and nutrition program is led and executed by hundreds of AmeriCorps members, as well as community volunteers, who provide life-changing experiences for nearly 3,000 youths living in rural and low-income communities throughout West Virginia. WVU county Extension agents, along with the state Energy Express team, partner with school systems and others to bring this program to West Virginia communities.

During the free, six-week program participants engage in art, STEM, literacy, games and other activities that help them hone their reading and comprehension skills. Through partnerships with local, state and community organizations, the program also provides nutritious meals for the students—meals that they may not otherwise receive.

“The awarding of this AmeriCorps grant is very exciting news for Energy Express following some very challenging times. This award will allow us to continue the traditions of our program that make it so exciting for our children, but also gives us the opportunity to focus on innovation and creativity in building our program for the future,” Mark Swiger, director of WVU Extension Service Energy Express, said. “Energy Express has a 27-year history of blending learning with nutrition through a program focused on national service. We’re proud of the work being done through the efforts of our county WVU Extension agents, site supervisors, mentors and local partnerships, and are grateful for their undying commitment to the children of West Virginia. This is an exciting time for Energy Express.”

In 2020, the pandemic eliminated the opportunity for in-person programming and remote platforms were incorporated, bringing value-added benefits to the program. More than 2,400 children across 38 West Virginia counties participated in the program last year, with 65% of those children maintaining or increasing their reading achievement levels. In addition, the Energy Express program distributed more than 30,200 take-home books related to the weekly theme, and WVU Extension Service and West Virginia Public Broadcasting partnered to bring Energy Express programming to West Virginia youths and their families in a novel, yet engaging, format – all from the safety and comfort of their home.

“We want to thank Senators Capito and Manchin for their unwavering support of the continuation of the AmeriCorps program. Without it, we would have not been able to compete for AmeriCorps funding for Energy Express,” WVU Vice President for Strategic Initiatives Rob Alsop said. “We know that having strong reading skills provides a foundation for future success. Energy Express provides West Virginia children with a fun learning environment where they can use creativity and imagination to overcome the ‘summer slide’ that often occurs when youths fall behind academically between school years. This award is wonderful news for WVU, the Energy Express program and the young people it serves.”

The 2021 summer program runs from June 21 to July 30 and will be offered at nearly 50 sites throughout West Virginia. Children entering first through fourth grade (as of fall 2021) are eligible to participate in the program.

Energy Express is an award-winning program under the leadership of WVU Extension Service’s Office of the Dean and Director. WVU Extension Service Dean Jorge H. Atiles noted that state, community and local support, coupled with the excellent programming, were critical for this award.

  “ We are grateful to have the support of WVU, community leaders and others who believe in our Energy Express program, and we were fortunate to secure this AmeriCorps grant again after a period of struggling to fund this program,” Atiles said. “Our team worked hard to present a very competitive and compelling proposal that resulted in this funding. We are excited about the future of Energy Express.”

The program is funded, in part, by grants and donations from individuals and private foundations and corporations through the West Virginia University Foundation and Volunteer West Virginia, the lead agency for volunteerism and National Service in West Virginia.

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Energy Express is a free award-winning, six-week, summer reading and nutrition program for children in first through sixth grades living in West Virginia’s rural and low-income communities. This program aims to prevent the “summer slide,” in which children regress in their reading skills because they aren’t learning during the summer.

During Energy Express, children statewide increase or maintain their reading levels through creative, colorful and captivating uses of books, art, drama and vocabulary. Volunteers, mentors and staff create a print-rich environment where students have access to books and printed materials, opportunities to read and write, and the chance to explore the meaning of text through engaging activities. Daily read-alouds and take-home books are a staple at Energy Express. This unique approach makes reading interesting and fun for students, motivating them to continue learning.

Our program also provides children with two nutritious meals each day during the program, helping to ensure our youths are fed each day even after the school year comes to an end. 

Energy Express will run from  June 17 to July 26, 2024.

If you’re a parent looking to register your child for Energy Express,  contact your local WVU Extension office . Energy Express is offered in various counties at select  locations .

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The academic catalog fully explains each aspect of the absence types; below provides a brief overview for ease of information navigation. Outside of any accommodations formally granted through the Office of Accessibility Services or ADA Coordinator and implemented with the instructor (or supervisor in the case of student employment), all determinations of ability to make up missed work due to absence is at the discretion of the instructor. Per the University policy, instructors are able to ask for third party documentation.

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University Sanctioned Absences

University sanctioned absences are absences in which instructors provide opportunities to make up missed substantial class work or activities (e.g., assignments, exams) and will not penalize students for those absences.

Examples of university sanctioned absences:

  • Mandatory court appearances
  • Mandatory military obligations
  • Participation in university activities at the request of university authorities

Excused Absences

Other events may justify an excused absence at the discretion of the instructor or program, school, or college. Instructors appropriately notified regarding anticipated absences that are not university sanctioned may use their judgment as to whether to allow make-up work. Quarantined students are expected to complete class work and activities as assigned.

Examples of excused absences:

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  • Illness or death of an immediate family member
  • Religious observances
  • Extreme weather

Students that experience chronic or reoccurring illness are encouraged to register with the Office of Accessibility Services (OAS) for formal accommodations related to class participation and absences.

Military Leave Policy

WVU supports its students who are also members of the United States armed forces, reserve units, and National Guard. Absences of less than three weeks of course work for military obligation (i.e. drill or training) are university sanctioned absences. WVU’s Center for Veteran, Military, and Family Programs has additional information on the drill schedule for the West Virginia National Guard and can provide official verification of student’s military orders upon request.

Students who will miss more than three weeks of course work due to military obligation should notify faculty members of the circumstances of their absence as far in advance as possible and work with faculty members to agree upon a plan of action.

Students who receive orders with sufficient advance notice are expected to notify their professors of their upcoming deployment date and meet with their professors to come to an agreement on what regular course assignments they can reasonably complete prior to the deployment date. The details of this arrangement should be included in a contract initialed by both the instructor and the student and kept on file in the Dean’s Office. Students should not be penalized for not completing assignments, quizzes, tests, or exams due after their deployment date.

For more information: catalog.wvu.edu/undergraduate/enrollmentandregistration/#Military_Credit

Campus and Community Life Assistance

Students who encounter extreme circumstances that necessitate short-term absence, such as a death in the immediate family or hospitalization, should contact the Office of Campus and Community Life at 304-293-5611 . The Office of Campus and Community Life will notify instructors of imminent absence in situations in which the student is unable to do so. Please note that the Office of Campus and Community Life does not "excuse" absences but will communicate to instructors for notification purposes only.

For more information view the University's Attendance Policy

Emergency Leave Policy

During any semester, students may experience serious emergencies that will prevent them to be present in class or participate in a course for more than a week.

Short Term Leave (1 – 3 weeks)

Up to 13th week of instruction:

  • Can withdraw from one or several classes.
  • Must work with their instructor to develop a plan to catch up on work that they have missed.

After the 13th week of instruction:

  • Students may petition the Dean of the College, where the course is housed to obtain a late withdrawal from a single class.
  • Students who wish to withdraw from all their classes can petition the Dean of the College where their major is housed for a full, retroactive withdrawal.
  • Request an Incomplete (see next section)

Long Term Leave (3+ weeks)

  • Notify Dean of College to facilitate with instructors a plan of action to catch up on work that they have missed.
  • May receive a grade if the course is substantially complete.
  • Notify Dean of College for an administrative withdraw.

For more information: catalog.wvu.edu/undergraduate/enrollmentandregistration/#Emergency

A grade of “I” (Incomplete) is a temporary grade assignment used when unforeseen, non-academic circumstances arise that prohibit students from completing the last course assignments or examinations at the end of the semester. Generally, the student will have been active in the course up until the last day of the 13th week of classes and earned at least a “D-“ to be eligible to request an incomplete.

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Leave of Absence

Graduate students in good standing who wish to be away from their academic endeavors at WVU for one or more semesters but intend to return at a later date may request a leave of absence. Students should consult with their program or school/college concerning the required procedure to request a leave of absence.

Some programs (such as some master’s programs or part-time programs) may not require students to request a leave of absence in order to enroll intermittently and remain in good standing. Doctoral students admitted to candidacy who do not wish to enroll for one or more semesters must be granted a leave of absence in order to maintain their candidacy. Leaves of absence are not required for summer terms unless otherwise specified by a student’s program.

When possible, requests for leaves of absence should be submitted in writing to students' program directors or department chairs prior to the beginning of the semester for which the leave is desired. Program directors or department chairs (or their designees) determine whether or not to grant leaves of absence, the length of time granted, and any conditions students must meet to return to their program following the leave of absence (including a date by which students must inform their program that they plan to return). Students are informed in writing of the outcome of their requests, and copies of the outcomes are retained in students' departmental or program records.

For more information: catalog.wvu.edu/graduate/advisingcoursesdegrees/advising_and_evaluation/#LeavesAbsence

General considerations when withdrawing from courses:

Academic Considerations

  • Students who wish to withdraw from one or more courses are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor.
  • Students should determine if t heir course load would be reduced below the minimum requirement set by their program.
  • If a student is enrolled in two co-requisite courses (courses that must be taken and completed simultaneously) and withdraws from one of those courses, the student will be automatically withdrawn from the other co-requisite course as well.
  • If withdrawal from the University for a semester would jeopardize the student’s standing in a particular program or major, the student should speak with their academic advisor about their options.

Financial Considerations

  • Students should contact the appropriate office to determine if their course load might be reduced below the minimum hours required to qualify for financial aid, scholarships, international full-time student status, or a graduate assistantship or fellowship.
  • Students who receive financial aid, veteran benefits, or scholarships should consult with the appropriate unit to see if the withdrawal will affect their status for the current or subsequent terms.
  • Reminder that there may be financial aid, scholarship, and loan implications for withdrawing and changing class/majors. If you are receiving funds from any of those sources, it is recommended that you speak with the HUB (304-293-1988)
  • It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that all outstanding financial obligations to the University are satisfied and all required forms are received and processed. The withdrawal becomes official only after the request is received and processed by the appropriate institutional officer.
  • Students must maintain a level of academic progress toward completing their degree or teacher certification to retain eligibility for aid - including student loans, parent loans, federal work study, and grants. Changing or withdrawing from a class could affect Satisfactory Academic Progress.
  • undergraduate.wvu.edu/student-resources/probation-and-suspension
  • financialaid.wvu.edu/home/maintain/academic-progress
  • financialaid.wvu.edu/home/maintain/academic-progress/sap-faqs

Housing Considerations

  • Students withdrawing from all of their courses in a term who are living in University residential housing should vacate housing and turn in keys via the proper procedure. Check with the main desk at the residential hall for procedural details.
  • Withdrawing does not terminate a lease for students who live in University apartments or off-campus housing

Aetna Health Insurance Considerations

Students enrolled in the WVU-sponsored Aetna health insurance plan who withdraw from the University or drop below the eligibility requirements:

  • BEFORE the add/drop date will be eligible for a full refund of the insurance fee and un-enrolled in the health insurance plan.
  • AFTER the add/drop date during the fall semester will maintain their insurance coverage through the end of the calendar year and will NOT be eligible for a refund.
  • AFTER the add/drop date during the spring or summer semesters will maintain their insurance coverage through the end of the plan year and will NOT be eligible for a refund.

Other Considerations

As you transition out of Morgantown, there are some things you want to consider/accounts to close:

  • Discuss moving out with your landlord/roommates – what will happen to your end of the lease, do you need to find a sublet
  • Do you need to take any utilities out of your name or close accounts?
  • Do you have a parking permit/agreement to end?
  • What accounts are better to close in person (e.g., local bank account)
  • Forward your local mail to your permanent address

Withdrawal during the Drop/Add period

Students may withdraw from an individual course or all courses during the drop/add period, without receiving a “W” on their transcript, which runs until the end of the first week of a standard fall or spring 16-week term. Courses that are not 16-weeks in duration will have different drop/add periods. See timeline here: registrar.wvu.edu/calendars/add-and-drop-dates

To withdraw from one or more courses by the withdrawal deadline, students should log on to the WVU Portal accessible at https://portal.wvu.edu and drop their courses through STAR. Students may also email the Office of the University Registrar ( [email protected] ) from their WVU MIX email account requesting to withdraw from one or multiple courses before the withdrawal deadline.

Withdrawal by the Withdrawal Deadline

Generally, students can withdraw from one or more courses after the Drop/Add period but prior to the withdrawal deadline published in the University Calendar (during the 13th week of instruction for 16-week courses during the spring and fall terms). A grade of W will be recorded on the transcript, indicating the student withdrew from the course. The grade point average is not affected, but student progress within an identified major may be impacted, as well as the ability to retain financial aid. Additional information can be found about withdrawing from courses here: financialaid.wvu.edu/home/maintain/withdrawing . Students who do not formally drop or withdrawal from a course they are no longer attending will receive an earned grade for the course.

Students who withdraw from all courses prior to the middle of the semester may be entitled to have their tuition and fees reduced. For more information, please refer to the tuition reduction schedule here:  studentaccounts.wvu.edu/refunds/withdrawal .

How to Withdraw

To withdraw go to portal.wvu.edu and then click STAR

  • Click on “Student Services & Housing”
  • Click on “Registration”
  • Click on “Access Registration Tools” (this will open a new screen in Banner)
  • Click on “Add or Drop Classes”
  • Select current term and continue
  • In the bottom right hand window section called “Summary”
  • Use the drop-down menu options under the “Action” column to select “Course Dropped with ‘W’”
  • Do this for every class and then click the “submit” button in the bottom right corner

Retroactive Withdrawal

Withdrawal from all courses after the withdrawal deadline is considered a retroactive withdrawal from the University for that term. A retroactive withdrawal for one or more terms may be granted only under extreme circumstances and will require the approval of the academic college or unit in which the student was enrolled for the respective term(s). The retroactive withdrawal must be requested within 12 months of the withdrawal deadline for the term in question. If the withdrawal is granted, a grade of W will be recorded on the transcript for each course. A withdrawal from all courses constitutes withdrawal from the University for the approved term only.

To withdraw from the term after the withdrawal deadline, a student must request the retroactive withdrawal in writing from the college dean or designee. A successful petition will demonstrate that the student’s performance was uncharacteristically low for that term, that the extreme circumstances arose after the withdrawal deadline, and that the student can now make satisfactory progress.

Housing Refund for Students Living in Residence Halls

Room and board for residence hall students may be prorated and refunded up until a certain date. Refer to the housing contract for additional details: housing.wvu.edu/policies/residence-halls/housing-and-dining-contract

  • Student’s belongings must be removed and room key must be turned in to initiate housing refund process.
  • For more information: housing.wvu.edu/policies/residence-halls/withdrawing

Tuition and Mounty Bounty Refund

Students can log into Nelnet, WVU’s refund platform, through the WVU Portal by clicking on “Set up Refund Preference” under the Portal’s WVU Resources section.

If your financial aid and/or payments are more than your institutional charges, you will be refunded the difference. We strive to process refunds as quickly as possible. The fastest way to receive your refund is through ACH (direct deposit) to a U.S. bank account.

For more information: studentaccounts.wvu.edu/refunds/withdrawal

To request a refund of Mounty Bounty, use this form .

Tuition Insurance

WVU utilizes the GradGuard Tuition Protection Plan from Allianz Global Assistance to offer students the option to purchase Tuition Insurance

This helps better protect your tuition in case of an unexpected injury or illness. It is also a good option for students with chronic physical or mental illness that may affect classroom attendance and/or performance

You can get a quote for free and then decide whether this plan is best for you and your needs

Transcripts

Transcripts can be requested through the Portal if the student is currently enrolled. If the student has withdrawn, transcript requests can be obtained through Credentials Solutions . See more detailed information on the Transcript Request Page .

Academic Appeals

Probation, suspension, and dismissal based on gpa.

At the conclusion of the fall or spring term, students with an overall GPA below 2.0 are sent a probation letter from the Office of the University Registrar (OUR) or appropriate office via e-mail to their MIX account. This communication informs the student that they have been placed on probation effective for the end of the current term. Students on academic probation will be placed on contract by their College and required to complete specific academic requirements.

catalog.wvu.edu/undergraduate/coursecreditstermsclassification/#Probation%20Procedures

The accumulation of probationary terms may result in suspension at the end of the Fall and Spring term if the student has a GPA below 2.0. Students are suspended only after a regular term.

  • First Suspension: students who earn an overall GPA lower than a 2.0 for three regular terms (consecutive or not) will be placed on Academic Suspension for one calendar year.
  • Second Suspension: after returning from their first suspension, students who earn an overall GPA lower than a 2.0 for two additional regular terms (consecutive or not) will be placed on Academic Suspension for one calendar year
  • Third Suspension: after returning from their second suspension, students who earn an overall GPA lower than a 2.0 for two additional regular terms (consecutive or not) will be placed on Academic Suspension for three calendar years.
  • catalog.wvu.edu/undergraduate/coursecreditstermsclassification/#Suspension%20Procedures

Suspended students have until late December or early June (exact date specified in the emailed notice of suspension) to appeal the suspension by following the appropriate workflow as described in the notice of suspension. Students who appeal their suspension and are denied, or who do not appeal it, will be removed from their Spring or Fall term courses.  For more information regarding Academic Probation, Suspension and Suspension Appeals , please visit the Academic Strategies, Curriculum and Assessment website.

  • Undergraduates: undergraduate.wvu.edu/strategies/probation-and-suspension/faqs#appealing-your-suspension
  • Graduates: catalog.wvu.edu/graduate/enrollmentandregistration/#appealstext

Additionally, suspended students may register for courses at any WVU campus in Winter Intersession immediately following a fall suspension or Summer immediately following a spring suspension. If a student improves their overall GPA to a 2.00 or higher, they can continue their studies in the next regular term. However, the suspension still counts as a prior suspension.

Other Academic Appeals

Academic standards resources.

provost.wvu.edu/governance/academic-standards-resources

This website provides supplemental materials to faculty and students for use in reporting and appealing violations of WVU's academic standards policy. Before using any of these materials, faculty and students are urged to consult the full academic standards policy in the WVU Undergraduate Catalog or the WVU Graduate/Professional Catalog .

Information regarding academic appeals of an academic penalty, academic dishonesty finding, or a final grade, is provided in both the catalogs and the Academic Standards Resources page on the Office of the Provost website. The Academic Standards Resources page provides detailed information about the process such as important deadlines, how to submit the appeal, and frequently asked questions.

  • Undergraduate Catalog catalog.wvu.edu/undergraduate/coursecreditstermsclassification/#appealstext
  • Graduate Catalog catalog.wvu.edu/graduate/enrollmentandregistration/#appealstext

More Procedures

  • Detailed Appeal Procedures provost.wvu.edu/governance/academic-standards-resources/detailed-appeal-procedures
  • Appeal of a Final Grade provost.wvu.edu/governance/academic-standards-resources/detailed-appeal-procedures/appeal-of-a-final-grade

Financial Aid or Scholarship Appeals

For information about types of financial aid, scholarships, requirements, and estimating cost of attendance: financialaid.wvu.edu  and hub.wvu.edu

Students can view or accept financial aid, cost of attendance, financial aid requirements, and financial aid holds through the WVU Portal by accessing STAR. Once in STAR, navigate to the Financial Aid tab and click Financial Aid.

Students must maintain a level of academic progress toward completing their degree or teacher certification to retain eligibility for aid - including student loans, parent loans, federal work study, and grants.

For more information:

Financial Aid

Students suspended from financial aid have the option to appeal for their aid eligibility. To increase their chances of approval students should:

  • Have extenuating circumstances* which:
  • Were beyond their control;
  • Occurred during a period in which the student was enrolled; AND
  • Impacted their ability to be academically successful.

*Potential circumstances include but are not limited to a medical condition such as student injury, illness, or mental health diagnosis, medical diagnosis of a family member or close friend, death of a family member or close friend, birth of the student's child, divorce, separation, adoption of a child, issues related to COVID-19, or other personal difficulties that were unexpected and beyond the student's control.

For more information: financialaid.wvu.edu/home/maintain/academic-progress/appeal-process

Financial Aid Applications and Appeal Forms:  financialaid.wvu.edu/forms

Transcendent Kingdom

Yaa Gyasi’s stunning follow-up to her acclaimed novel Homegoing is a powerful, raw, intimate, deeply layered novel about a Ghanaian family in Alabama.

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MEET THE AUTHOR

Yaa Gyasi stands outside in the woods.

YAA GYASI was born in Ghana and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. She holds a BA in English from Stanford University and an MFA from the Iowa Writers' Workshop, where she held a Dean's Graduate Research Fellowship. She lives in Brooklyn.

Photo credit: Vilcek Foundation

WHY GET INVOLVED IN CAMPUS READ?

The Campus Read fosters an exchange of ideas, thoughtful dialogue and new connections as fellow Mountaineers join together to discuss important ideas and relatable themes. This year’s themes include:

  • Opioid Abuse
  • Economic Disparity
  • Generational Trauma
  • Mental Illness in the Family
  • Black Immigration to the U.S. 
  • Grad School Isolation
  • Neuroscience
  • First Gen Experience
  • Sports Psychology
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences

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NOMINATE A BOOK FOR 2024-2025

Do you know a book that would stimulate conversation and engage the campus and community?

  • Summer Bridge

SUMMER BRIDGE

Get a jump start on the college experience by taking a Summer Bridge class. This online summer program bridges the gap between high school and college coursework, offering affordable, three-week courses to help eligible incoming freshmen prepare for success at WVU.

Dates: June 24 to July 12, 2024. Additional registration information for Summer 2024 will be coming soon.

Cost: $25 per credit hour

*There may be additional costs for course materials, see more information below.

Is Summer Bridge For You?

Are you planning to enter your freshman year at WVU but want to get a sense of what college coursework will be like before you arrive on campus this Fall?

Are you interested in gaining the study skills and techniques to help you achieve your academic goals while you’re still enjoying the last few weeks of summer?

Do you want to learn more about the tutoring and coaching services available free of charge to help you succeed inside and outside of the classroom?

Eligible students received an invitation for Summer Bridge through their WVU email account. If you are interested in the program, please contact us at [email protected] .

What To Expect

Upon completion of WVU’s Summer Bridge program, students will be able to:

  • Understand the academic demands of college coursework
  • Navigate the University's resources to enhance their academic experience and personal well-being
  • Practice the mindset and learning strategies required for lifelong success

Get The Details

All Summer Bridge courses run for three weeks from June 24 to July 12, 2024. The cost is $25 per credit hour. Summer Bridge courses count toward your graduation requirements, though depending on your major, not all courses offered may be a good fit for your field of study.

If you aren’t sure whether you should take a class or have additional questions, please reach out to Summer Bridge’s point of contact, the CLASS Advising Center at: [email protected] , or consult your academic adviser during New Student Orientation.

Online Courses

To reduce costs and offer convenience for students, all Summer Bridge courses will be offered online. Students are not required to attend class at specific times, but there are high expectations that students will complete all required course work on time and interact with faculty regularly. Only one Summer Bridge course is meant to be taken over the summer before the Fall semester begins.

Sustainability Studies (SUST) 102 - Global Sustainability (GEF 7)

3 Credit Hours

Focuses on how individuals, communities and institutions located in regions across the world are responding to the challenges of social, economic and environmental change. Students study distinctive patterns of change in rural and urban areas as well as the response from institutions across scales from local to international levels. Students explore how individuals and organizations develop solutions to sustainability.

Communication Studies (COMM) 105 - Fundamentals of Mediated Communication (GEF 4)

Examines both the theoretical and practical implications of synchronous and asynchronous communication technologies on interpersonal relationships. Explores the social, cultural, and political effects of emerging mediated communication technologies within and across communication contexts.

Philosophy (PHIL) 130 - Current Moral Problems (GEF 5)

An examination of current moral problems. Topics include some of the following: abortion, euthanasia, sexism and sexual equality, preferential treatment, animal rights, sexual morality, pornography, economic justice, paternalism, punishment, and nuclear deterrence.

Additional Perks

Success coaching.

In addition to the assigned instructor, each course will have a student success coach who will work with students on time management, note-taking and study skills. Coaches assist students with the transition from high school to WVU by answering questions and providing information on campus resources. They can also arrange tutoring sessions, depending on the course, for students who request additional help.

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Project 168

WVU knows what students learn outside the classroom is just as important as what they learn during class. Project 168 formally recognizes the way students spend the 168 hours they have each week matters, and that after going to class (of course), eating and sleeping – they are leading, competing, serving and creating.

Students will receive credit for their co-curricular experiences and can leverage them as part of a successful future search for a job or internship or a grad school application. Students will learn new things about themselves and their community – and stretch their horizons, too. When students have completed the Project 168 curriculum, they will have a co-curricular transcript on official WVU transcript paper.

And as a Summer Bridge participant, students can get a head start on completing the curriculum with the projects and experiences they'll have, even before classes begin.

Learn More About Project 168

Textbook and Supplies

Instructors will reach out to registered students with instructions for purchasing any necessary textbooks and supplies. These costs are in addition to the $25 per credit hour fee. If students are unable to pay, please reach out to your instructor or Success Coach.

Academic Expectations

WVU Summer Bridge students are expected to pass all courses with a grade of C or better. Students are further expected to:

  • Master all course content and participate in discussions;
  • Log on to class prepared to engage fully in lectures, discussions and other class activities;
  • Complete all reading, writing and homework assignments on time; and
  • Maintain the highest degree of academic integrity in your studies.

How to Participate

Complete the registration survey here .

Please reach out to Summer Bridge’s point of contact, the CLASS Advising Center at: [email protected] , or consult your academic adviser during New Student Orientation.

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Literacy Education M.A. With Reading Specialist Certification

May 13, 2024

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Further Your Teaching Career By Becoming a Literacy Professional

The nationally recognized WVU Literacy Education online master's program prepares teachers to become certified as Reading Specialists (Pre-K-Adult) and to fulfill other roles of specialized literacy professionals.

The Master of Arts in Literacy Education is a 30-credit hour, entirely online, graduate degree program with coursework that focuses on preparing reading professionals in the areas identified by the International Literacy Association. You will gain a deep understanding of the theory and research that is fundamental to successful teaching of reading, and upon graduation you may attach Reading Specialist certification to your current teaching area by passing the PRAXIS Series test.

The WVU Literacy Education M.A. program earned national recognition in 2019 when it received the International Literacy Association's National Recognition With Distinction Award, the highest institutional honor presented for excellence in the field of literacy education by the ILA. In receiving this award, the WVU Literacy Education exceeded benchmarks set forth by the International Literacy Association by adhering to a rigorous set of standards for preparing literacy professionals.

Female teacher and young student learning to read.

According to the International Literacy Association, the WVU Literacy Education program exemplifies the best in literacy professional preparation and demonstrates that WVU is serious about the need to prepare reading specialists to work not only with students who need support or intensive intervention, but also with colleagues using a coaching mind-set. WVU Literacy Education program has reading specialist candidates enrolled in the program who work in multiple practicum experiences. The WVU Literacy Program is at the forefront of excellence for literacy programs across the United States.

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Ann clayton, your personal online admissions coach.

"I am a graduate of Michigan State University, with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I have worked in an advising setting for over 15 years and am here to help answer any questions you may have about the enrollment process in our online programs. Our online programs are designed to allow everyone the opportunity to earn a degree, while balancing school, family and life, and I am happy to help you as you go through that journey."

Learn More About Ann Request Information

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: (304) 293-0915
  • Virtual Session: Schedule a virtual session with me

Online Literacy Education M.A. Admission Requirements

Individuals who wish to apply for the Master of Arts in Literacy Education graduate program, may apply at any time during a term for admission for the next term or later. Early application is recommended, however, to allow processing time and faculty review.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 GPA and valid teaching certification.

* Provisional admission is possible with faculty approval for those with less than a 3.0. Those without an undergraduate education degree may be asked to provide a writing sample and/or references.

  • WVU Online Graduate Application
  • One letter of recommendation
  • Email to: [email protected]
  • Mail to: WVU Office of Graduate Admissions, One Waterfront Place, PO Box 6510, Morgantown, WV 26506-6510

* GRE and MAT scores are not required

Student Testimonials

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Assignments are given upfront, so you could work ahead of schedule. I can now graduate on time in the spring."

Allyson says that even though the program is all online, the assignments are often group assignments.

"Every course I have taken in the last year has had some sort of video chat, discussion board, or collaboration. It is also helpful that many of us follow the same path in the program, so many of us who started together will finish together."

Allyson says the faculty in the Literacy Education program engage with their students on a weekly and sometimes daily basis through online video chats, phone calls, and they respond to emails quickly.

When grading assignments, they also leave feedback and comments on your work so you know what you did well on and what you may need to focus on more.

"WVU Online is easy to access and affordable. I have learned so much. You can balance your work, classes, and social life all at once when taking online courses."

Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid

Financial aid is available. Students are encouraged to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to determine their eligibility for federal and state funds as well as scholarships. WVU’s FAFSA Code is 003827. Please contact the WVU Financial Aid Office at (304) 293-5242 or financialaid.wvu.edu for additional information.

Literacy Education M.A. With Certification requires 30 credit hours to complete. Cost per credit hour is $673. $20,190 – Residents and Non-Residents

Tuition and fees are usually not the only educational expenses you may have while pursuing a degree. You may have other costs such as books, supplies and living expenses. Please see the Estimate Costs and Aid webpage for how to estimate and plan for other potential expenses.

Your future in Literacy Education

The nationally recognized Literacy Education M.A. degree from the College of Applied Human Sciences will prepare you to be a specialized literacy professional as outlined by the International Literacy Association's (ILA) Standards. In addition to Reading Specialist, other roles include Literacy Coach, Literacy Coordinator or Literacy Leader. You will demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of literacy and language, design curricula to meet the needs of learners, evaluate literacy instruction for learners, integrate digital technologies, and collaborate with teachers to implement effective literacy practices.

The Benefits to Choosing Our Program

  • The Master of Arts in Literacy Education is designed to prepare you to be a leader in the field of literacy education and to positively affect the lives of today’s youth, helping them to reach their full potential.
  • All classes are offered 100% online and consist of 8-week courses, totaling 30 credit hours.
  • Scheduling of courses is flexible, with multiple courses offered in the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.
  • The courses are taught by a diverse faculty who bring an international perspective to the curriculum. Program faculty frequently travel internationally, which enriches the program by broadening its scope to encompass the global dimensions of literacy education.
  • School-based intervention practicum and novice literary coaching experiences may be completed in your home community, supervised remotely by WVU faculty. This includes intervention work with students and working with peers and experienced colleagues.
  • WVU's Literacy Education program is the recipient of the International Literacy Association's National Recognition With Distinction Award.
  • This professional graduate program leads to pre-K through adult reading specialist certification. Upon graduation you may attach Reading Specialist certification to your current teaching certificate by passing the PRAXIS Series test.

Career Outlook for Literacy Education

Students who graduate from WVU Online with a Literacy Education M.A. degree will prepare themselves for the following careers. These are only a few examples of some of the many opportunities open to you with this degree.

Education Professor Projected Growth: 7-10% *Bright Outlook

Middle School Teacher Projected Growth: 4-6%

Special Education – Preschool Projected Growth: 7-10% *Bright Outlook

Education Administrator - Elementary and Secondary Projected Growth: 4-6%

Tutor Projected Growth: 4-6% *Bright Outlook

Elementary School Teacher Projected Growth: 2-3% *Bright Outlook

Special Education Teacher Projected Growth: 2-3%

Instructional Coordinator Projected Growth: 4-6%

Education Administration – Postsecondary Projected Growth: 7-10-% *Bright Outlook

Information about careers on this list comes from the Occupational information network (O*NET) of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

View Courses and Curriculum for Literacy Education M.A. With Reading Specialist Certification

Online literacy education m.a. requirements.

Major Requirements A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required for all coursework applied towards the major.

Total Hours: 30

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete an online master's in literacy education.

Since the program requires 30 credits, it will take you as little as 5 semesters to complete. Since the program is entirely online, students can take their time with each course based on its availability in the Spring, Summer or Fall semester.

What kind of jobs can I get with a Literacy Education Master's Degree?

There are many career paths a student could take with a Literacy Education Master’s Degree, including:

  • Reading Specialist
  • Reading Interventionist
  • Classroom Teacher
  • Literacy Coach
  • Literacy Coordinator
  • Literacy Leader

What jobs are the highest paid in Literacy Education?

Curious about which careers would yield the highest salary? Here are the following highest-paid jobs in the Literacy Education field:

  • Reading Specialist - $54,620 according to Salary.com
  • Literacy Coach - $44,346 according to Salary.com
  • Elementary School Teacher - $61,400 according to ONET.org
  • Education Administrator - $90,690 according to ONET.org

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