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02/17/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/17/2026 11:12
WVU students showcase research, engage lawmakers during Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol
Undergraduate student researchers from WVU will be at the State Capitol Thursday (Feb. 19) showcasing their work and interacting with policymakers during the annual Undergraduate Research Day event. (WVU Photo/Brian Persinger)
WHAT: West Virginia Universityundergraduate research students will participate in Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol.
WHO: 25 University students
WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 19, 8-11 a.m.
WHERE: Capitol Rotunda, Capitol Complex, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E, Charleston
NOTES: Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol is an opportunity for students to discuss with policymakers the significance of undergraduate research taking place in higher education.
Students will present their research in a poster-presentation format.
See a full list of student presenters.
The event is free and open to the public.
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