Huntington Times

Marshall University has introduced a program designed to assist "Jobs for West Virginia Graduates" students in seven counties by eliminating the traditional college application process. This initiative aims to provide a seamless transition for students pursuing a four-year degree. The counties included are McDowell, Logan, Boone, Kanawha, Clay, Jackson, and Lewis.

The announcement was made by Marshall University President Brad D. Smith during the 88th Annual West Virginia Chamber of Commerce Business Summit at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs. Smith highlighted that the program seeks to reduce educational barriers and is part of the broader Marshall For All, Marshall Forever initiative.

The “Jobs for West Virginia Graduates” (JWVG) is a program under the West Virginia Chamber Foundation that supports middle and high school students facing various challenges.

Elizabeth House, executive director of the chamber foundation, expressed her support for the initiative. “It is a tremendous honor that JWVG students will be the next cohort to receive automatic admission and career services support,” House said. “Our students are eager to further their education, find meaningful careers and contribute to the success of West Virginia. The partnership between Marshall University and The West Virginia Chamber Foundation’s ‘Jobs for West Virginia’s Graduates’ program is a testament to the innovation, compassion, dedication and leadership of Marshall University and their commitment to West Virginia.”

This new initiative is modeled after an existing one that Marshall has with Cabell and Wayne counties.

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Photo caption: Marshall University President Brad D. Smith and Chief Legal Officer Toney Stroud announce on Thursday, Aug. 29, that Marshall and the West Virginia Chamber Foundation have formed an initiative to simplify the path to higher education for “Jobs for West Virginia Graduates” students.