Kim Weaver, one of West Virginia University’s most successful graduates of the last 30 years, has been named to the Board of Governors by Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin. The appointment is effective today (Aug. 27).

 

Weaver, who received her bachelor’s degree in physics from WVU in 1987, is a renowned astrophysicist who currently works at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center and is a noted international expert in the field of X-ray astronomy.

 

Weaver fills the unexpired term of Rob Alsop, who stepped down prior to being named WVU’s vice president for legal, government and entrepreneurial engagement. Her term will run through June 30, 2017.

 

Also Thursday, Tomblin reappointed Thomas Flaherty and David Alvarez to second terms on the Board. Flaherty, a Charleston attorney, is currently serving as chair of the board. Alvarez is president of Energy Transportation LLC in Bridgeport. Both of their terms will end June 30, 2018.

 

“I am delighted with Gov. Tomblin’s two re-appointments and the naming of the newest member to our Board of Governors,” WVU President Gordon Gee said. “Tom Flaherty and David Alvarez have been loyal and dedicated members of this Board, helping us think through and make important decisions that are in the best interest of WVU and our three divisional campuses.

 

“With the addition of WVU alumna Kim Weaver and her rich science and research background, she adds an additional layer of knowledge and experience to this outstanding group of dedicated men and women.”

 

Editor's Note: Bridgeport's David Alvarez, pictured to the right, is shown receiving the FBI's Community Leadership Award in 2008