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The WVU Alumni magazine has the New Martinsville Magician on its upcoming cover, but couldn’t decide which photo to use.

With his charismatic “down home” charm, Stewart may just be the most popular guy in West Virginia right now — and there was certainly no doubt who was going to grace the cover of WVU’s Spring Alumni Magazine. In fact, the editorial board was so split on which photo best illustrated Stewart’s affable personality, that half the run features him in a suit and tie with football in hand; the other in a monogrammed shirt with rolled-up sleeves and a huge smile.

“Both shots, taken by WVU Photographer Greg Ellis, are absolutely beautiful,” said Assistant Vice President for Creative Direction Dana Coester. “Individually, they stand on their own in terms of telling the story of Coach Stewart’s positive outlook on football and life . . . the family rapport he has with his team, coaches, and fans . . . his love and respect for this state and this University . . . and the leadership he brings to this position. Bottom line: He’s just a great man, and we’re leaving it up to our magazine readers and fans to tell us which cover photo you think best represents him.”

Vote for your favorite and you might receive an autographed copy. Unless you’re a high school student. That would be cheating.