5 WVU Bucklew Scholars chosen as 2026 Foundation Scholars

Twenty incoming West Virginia University students from across the Mountain State who are driven by shared passions for innovation and service have been named the 2026-27 cohort of Bucklew Scholars. From this distinguished group of students, five have been selected as Foundation Scholars, the highest academic scholarship the University awards.

The new Foundation Scholars include Rose Bigelow from Oak Hill High School, Chastity Brockett from Ravenswood High School, Roman Gevenosky from Shady Spring High School, Liam Kruse from Wheeling Central Catholic High School and Sarah McBee from John Marshall High School.

Gevenosky, a second-generation college student and aspiring infectious disease physician, will major in immunology and medical microbiology and minor in rural Appalachian health disparities.

McBee, a third-generation college student inspired by the University’s top-tier laboratories, will major in biochemistry. 

Reflecting a strong interest in health care, 13 of the 15 Bucklew Scholars are pursuing majors that serve as foundations for future careers in the medical professions.