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It's really flying! The WVU Day at the Legislature features a host of activities for youths and families, including science, outdoor education, literacy and other educational opportunities. In this picture youngster tries her hand at making a flying machine to float through the wind tunnel.
Throughout the state, the Flying WV from the West Virginia University logo can be seen and felt in all corners of the state. Whether it is a student participating in WVU Extension’s 4-H, Energy Express, a Science, Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) camp, or other WVU educational programs; a fan attending a sporting event; or a proud alum giving back to their alma mater, people have strong connections to West Virginia's largest land-grant university.
 
The 2023 WVU Day at the Legislature is an opportunity to celebrate those connections. Faculty, staff, volunteers, youths and families will be on hand Jan. 31, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the upper rotunda of the Capitol in Charleston to participate in the event. 
Visitors of all ages are invited to attend this free event, which features a host of engaging activities in the areas of  STEM, law, literacy, outdoor adventure, health care, safety, WVU Jackson’s Mill and more. Visitors also can check out the Statler College of Engineering's ECOCAR, which will be on display outside the Capitol (Governor's Drive). Additionally, the Mountaineer mascot will be there to greet visitors and guests can test their legislative knowledge or WVU trivia by participating in themed trivia games.

As prospective students make decisions and start to plan for college, many will begin to seek scholarships and financial aid opportunities. West Virginia University Extension’s 4-H Youth Development program provides many scholarship opportunities for 4-H’ers who want to further their education.

There is a shortage of emergency medical service providers in West Virginia and across the nation. To help combat this issue, West Virginia University Extension will offer a free emergency medical technician course, from January 26 through May 13.

From smartwatches and robots to video games and apps – today’s digital world runs on code. At West Virginia University Extension’s 4-H Code Camp, youth from across the state will have the opportunity to learn one of the world’s most in-demand skills through fun, hands-on coding activities.

West Virginia University Extension 4-H’ers across the state will soon get more opportunities to attend 4-H events at WVU Jackson’s Mill through a new scholarship fund honoring a long-time 4-H’er and All Star.

Pests are a pain, so  West Virginia University  Extension is reaching out to growers and gardeners around the state about the dangers of pesticides and how to incorporate safe alternatives — such as barriers, insect traps and introducing predatory insects that feed on pests.

West Virginia University Extension's 4-H youth development program is inviting youths across the state to bring their creations to life using code during virtual Hour of Code events on Dec. 6-8.

Dr. Lewis Jett, WVU Extension, teaches veterans and community members about harvesting their crops grown in a high tunnel located at Mylan Park in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo: WVU Extension)