The official blog of the WVU Clinical Law Program

Just days after being named  Mr. Mountaineer, a competitive award that recognizes exemplary academic achievement and extracurricular involvement,  West Virginia University senior Garrett Burgess got word that he is a finalist for the prestigious British Marshall Scholarship.

Marshall Scholarships offer up to 40 young Americans of high ability the opportunity to study for a graduate degree in the United Kingdom. Burgess will interview for one of the coveted spots Nov. 13. 

MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA — A local chapter of the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL) recently donated $22,000 to the Veteran Advocacy Law Clinic at West Virginia University. 

The Michael Late Benedum Chapter of the AAPL raised the funds at its third annual Charity Clay Shoot, Dinner and Auction. The event received support from 27 oil and gas companies and service providers as well as numerous other firms and individuals.