WVU Impact Awards Registry
WVU Impact Award Registration Form
Have you received a WVU Impact Award? Register now to secure your invitation to the end-of-year celebration and be considered for the Outstanding Mountaineer Award. You can also choose to have your accomplishment displayed on this page.
WVU Impact Award Recipient Registry
The table below lists WVU Impact Award recipients who submitted the registration form and chose to share their information publicly.
| RECIPIENT'S NAME | YEAR RECEIVED | AWARDING LEADER'S NAME | EXPLANATION OF AWARD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnna Bolyard | 2025 | Nathan Sorber | In recognition of the impact on the School of Education, the College of Applied Human Sciences, and the Elementary Education, BA Program. |
| Liz Rexroad | 2025 | Nathan Sorber | For recognition of the deep commitment and transformative impact on advising across the College of Applied Human Sciences. |
| Betsey Robbins | 2025 | Nathan Sorber | In recognition of outstanding contributions to student success, advising, leadership, and to the fundamental success of the College of Applied Human Sciences. |
| Dana Voelker | 2025 | Nathan Sorber | In recognition of extraordinary leadership, resilience, and unwavering dedication to the School of Sport Sciences and the College of Applied Human Sciences. |
| Sean Bulger | 2025 | Nathan Sorber | In recognition of your impact in the College of Applied Human Sciences. You have exceeded expectations and transformed the student experience and contributed to the success of WVU. |
| Diann Fowler | 2025 | Jorge Atiles | In recognition of your outstanding leadership and financial operations, driving significant success in budget management and resource allocation to support the division for Land-Grant engagement mission. |
| John Howell | 2025 | Jorge Atiles | For recognition of your unwavering commitment and exceptional efforts to prioritize safety and ensure the seamless operation of buildings within the Division of Land-Grant Engagement. |
| Catherine Fonseca | 2025 | Karen Diaz | Thank you for your situational leadership in providing meaningful social connection and belonging at work during a time of restructure. |
| Marcie Milans | 2025 | Charles Roberts | In recognition of a dedicated team member whose leadership and initiative have made a meaningful impact across our organization. From coordinating major events to strengthening internal communications and fostering strategic partnerships, her work consistently brings people together and moves us forward. |
| Mike Fox | 2025 | Charles Roberts | In recognition of a team member whose expertise in WVU’s electrical substations and distribution systems has been an invaluable asset to the university. His collaborative support across units continues to ensure reliable, effective solutions campus-wide. |
| Kase Poling | 2025 | President T Ramon Stuart | You are a shining example of what a faculty member should be. Your vision, energy and dedication inspires others to reach for new heights. Thank you for all you have done and I look forward to what you will do because the best is yet to come. |
| Amy Alton | 2025 | President T Ramon Stuart | In recognition of the leadership, dedication, belief, and transformative impact of the WVU Tech campus with focus on the fiscal realities of the campus and positioning the institution for growth and sustainability into the future. |
| Texie Wells | 2025 | Joshua Hall | In recognition of your holding many different functions together — administration, HR, payroll, and project management, all while leading with reliability and impact. |
| Karen Skaggs | 2025 | President T Ramon Stuart | In recognition of your dedication, commitment, and for your willingness to always go the extra mile. You can always be counted on to do what is needed for your team to achieve success. |
| Joshua Meadows | 2025 | Joshua Hall | In recognition of all you do for our students, our College, and our state. Your inclusivity, "yes and…" attitude, and pragmatism make us better. Your work exemplifies WVU’s land-grant mission by uplifting students, advancing the College, and serving West Virginia communities. |
| Jamie Field | 2025 | Joshua Hall | In recognition of your exceeding expectations in your faculty and administrative roles and representing the Chambers College in-state and internationally. |
| Glen Blon | 2025 | Charles Roberts | Recognizing your "go-getter" attitude and willingness to respond to emergency situations related to facilities at all hours of the day and night. Your proactive approach and ability to take initiative facilitates the success of your team and department. |
| Atheer Almasri | 2025 | Pedro Mago | In recognition of your leadership and dedication to supporting the Academy of Engineering Success (AcES) in the Statler College. You are making a difference in the lives of AcES students by giving them a jump start in their college journey. |
| Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Academic Advisors | 2025 | Pedro Mago | Recognizing all of your work to assist in retention and graduation. Congratulations on being awarded the NACADA Outstanding Advising Program (national award), the first by a West Virginia institution. The impact you are making within student lives to help them cross the graduation finish line is highly valued. |
| Jetta Peterkin | 2025 | Stephen Pachuta | In recognition of sustained superior performance! Thank you for your always strong support of the mission of our School of Dentistry and for making a difference in the lives of our students and our patients. |
| Robert Wanker | 2025 | Stephen Pachuta | With gratitude for your outstanding performance and steadfast commitment to the mission of our School of Dentistry for 50 years! Your dedication makes a lasting impact on both our students and the patients we serve. |
| Martha Sturms | 2025 | Stephen Pachuta | In recognition of your exceptional contributions and continued excellence. Thank you for supporting the mission of our School of Dentistry and for enriching the lives of our students and patients every day. |
| Lester Bakos | 2025 | Stephen Pachuta | Honoring your consistent excellence and unwavering support of our School of Dentistry. Your efforts truly shape the success of our students and enhance the care of our patients. |
| Amy McBrayer | 2025 | Pedro Mago | Recognizing your hard work and dedication in supporting our Mining Engineering students. You have gone above and beyond in advancing the department’s recruiting and outreach efforts, making a significant impact. Your leadership in developing an in-person Mining Engineering summer camp, along with active participation in other outreach programs, has strengthened our department and expanded opportunities for future students. |
| Khalid Kamal | 2025 | William Petros | Thank you for demonstrating great perseverance and for bringing exciting new directions to the Department and School of Pharmacy, which encompass educational and collaborative efforts while serving the profession at a national level. |
| Jason Huber | 2025 | William Petros | Recognizing your sustained and outstanding impact on our school's success from student education, highly translatable health research in areas important to West Virginians, and the dedicated service where we benefited from your thoughtful input. |
| Sarah Glenn | 2025 | Joshua Hall | In recognition of your exceeding expectations in your full-time role and as an adjunct. Your commitment to training and improvement has made the team and the college better. |
| Whitney Coup | 2025 | Joshua Hall | In recognition of all you do for your students and colleagues. Students consistently report your going "above and beyond" for them. We all look better and succeed because of you. |
| Lane Innovation Hub Team | 2025 | Pedro Mago | In recognition of your dedication and strong support of our recruitment and outreach initiatives, as well as your support to our student competition teams and capstone design projects. Thank you for all you do for our students as well as our faculty and staff in the college. |