Breaking barriers. Building bridges. Empowering the next generation of West Virginia's STEM leaders.
The West Virginia STEM Alliance is more than a program—it's a movement to expose students to STEM, unlock their curiosity, and engage the next generation of STEM leaders statewide. Our vision is to expand access to STEM opportunities and ensure that every student, regardless of their background or institution size, has access to the research opportunities, professional networks, and peer mentoring that will shape their STEM career.
We're creating pathways for ALL students—we strive to bring the most successful STEM based outreach and engagement activities from across the state to the center of West Virginia to develop the future of West Virginia STEM expertise.
Build lasting relationships with peers and mentors from institutions across West Virginia. Our network breaks down institutional barriers to create collaborative opportunities.
Discover undergraduate research opportunities that you never knew existed. Learn from faculty and students already engaged in cutting-edge STEM research.
Explore graduate school opportunities and career paths in STEM. Connect with professionals who started their journey right here in West Virginia.
From financial support to mentorship opportunities, we're removing barriers to your success in STEM.
Financial assistance for attending events and conferences
Connect with faculty and peer mentors across institutions
Build professional relationships that last beyond college
Discover and participate in undergraduate and graduate research projects
Mark your calendar for these exciting opportunities
Join us for the launch of the West Virginia STEM Alliance following Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol (URDC)
Keynote Speaker: A STEM professional from WV highlights their personal story and research journey
Interactive Roundtables: Explore technologies of STEM, meet your potental mentors, and learn about pathways into STEM careers
Graduate Program Showcase: Discover what's avaliable in WV STEM
50+ Students and STEM Professionals
Expected Participants
Join the Alliance, apply for support to attend our next event, or nominate a student who would benefit.
Join a statewide movement of students, faculty, and STEM professionals committed to expanding research and mentorship, and help bring hands‑on opportunities to communities that need them most.
Give a deserving student a chance to be inspired— nominate someone to attend Undergraduate Research Day followed by our first STEM Alliance meeting for a day of discovery, connection, and next‑step resources.
Limited funds? Submit a one-page personal statement describing how you see STEM as a way to grow both the West Virginia economy and education. Priority given to students who have never presented research, are first-generation, or come from rural backgrounds.
Join us at our inaugural event on Feburary 19, 2026 in Charleston, West Virginia.
Have questions? Want to get involved? We're here to help.
Marshall University
STEM Alliance Coordinator
stemalliance@marshall.edu
Phone
(304) 696-STEM