HUNTINGTON — Marshall University’s Heart of Appalachia Talent Search program, a branch of the federal TRIO outreach and student services program supporting first-generation and low-income students, was awarded federal funding for continued support last month. Meanwhile, two other programs in West Virginia received funding cancellation notices.

Marshall announced last month its HATS Program was awarded more than $341,000 in continued federal funding for the 2025-26 academic year to ensure service to students in Mason and Wayne counties. Education

WV's TRIO program, which supports first-gen college students, faces funding cuts

By KATELYN ALUISE kaluise@hdmediallc.com

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The HATS program serves around 600 middle and high school students each year.

Zachary Jenkins, direc

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