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Meridith A. Balas

Meridith standing in front of the door at Erickson Alumni Center

Facts about Meridith

What is the best place on campus to take a break?
You can find me curled up with a book by the fire in the Kennedy Club Room at the Erickson.

Where did you attend undergrad/graduate school?
The Pennsylvania State University / The University of Georgia / West Virginia University

What was your first job?
My first, and favorite job, was being a Camp Counselor at sleep-away camp!

What are your favorite hobbies?
Hiking, writing letters, trying new recipes, reading, and being a full-time aunt!

How did your career path lead you to WVU?
The opportunities for research in the new Land Grant Center and the faculty in CEHS led me to West Virginia University; I'm so grateful to be here.

What is at least one thing on your bucket list?
Earlier this year, I crossed off a longtime goal – visiting Acadia National Park.

What is your name, unit, and position?
Meridith A. Balas, WVU Alumni Association, Director of Alumni Engagement

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