WVU graduate provides planned gift for physical education students

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A
West Virginia University graduate who earned a physical
education teacher education degree has established a new gift for
the College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences and the Mountaineer Athletic Club. Sandra and John Marshall
have established the planned gift to provide support
for students in CPASS, student-athlete scholarships and athletic capital
project improvements.

CPASS Dean Dana D. Brooks said the
Marshall’s generous gift helps both expand the College’s academic efforts and
attract highly-qualified students.

“The funds fill an ongoing need
at CPASS as we expand our academic programs and learning experiences for
students,” Brooks said. “We continue to attract outstanding students who go on
to make exceptional contributions in their field.”

With the new gift, the Marshalls
will become members of the WVU Foundation Irvin Stewart Society. 

Marshall, who is a retired insurance
agent, earned her B.S. P.E. degree in 1969 and master’s in P.E. in 1971. She
grew up in Wheeling and now lives in St. Clairsville, Ohio. Her husband, John
Marshall, is a graduate of Salem College. The Marshalls are active in community
affairs, enjoy traveling and are ardent fans of WVU sports.

“Sandra and John have been
incredible supporters of WVU Athletics through the Mountaineer Athletic Club
for the past four decades,” said Ben Murray, senior
associate athletic director/executive director of the MAC. “Not only have they
provided personal contributions to the MAC, but they have also spearheaded the
BMAC, which is a grassroots fundraising group that raises money to help support
a student-athlete from the Ohio Valley to attend WVU on an athletic scholarship.
Sandra and John’s loyalty towards the state flagship institution is unrivaled.”

Marshall credits her career
success to the leadership and direction she received as a student at WVU.

“My parents, sister and two
uncles attended WVU. It’s in my blood,” Marshall said. Once ...

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