Public Health student Lydia Ferrell stands beside her poster, wearing a green top and smiling as she presents to a faculty member

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When Class of 2023 graduate Lydia Ferrell crossed the Commencement stage on May 12, she walked away with her B.S. in Health Services Management and Leadership–the perfect launch point for the next leg of her academic journey.

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WVU School of Public Health graduates encouraged to collaborate, be 'your neighbor's keeper'

The West Virginia University School of Public Health welcomed 80 new graduates into its Public Health alumni family during its Commencement ceremony held on Friday, May 12. With more than 600 of the graduates’ family members and friends in attendance cheering them on, the event was one to remember. WVU recognized nearly 4,500 graduates throughout Commencement weekend. 

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