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Helen Lang

In Memoriam, 1965-2017 – Emeritus Associate Professor of Geology

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Helen was the first woman to hold a tenure-track faculty position in WVU's Department of Geology and Geography, and the only woman holding such a position in the geology department at WVU for most of the first 18 years of her career. Helen was a teacher, a research scientist, and a role model for aspiring geologists, particularly for women students.

Lang was recognized with the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies (AFMS) Scholarship Foundations 2003 Honorary Award.

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Support women in STEM with an honorary gift

  • Dr. Helen Lang Legacy Endowment  — Fund 3V1094
    This fund will support the education and professional development of women students and early career female faculty in the WVU Department of Geology and Geography.
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