Announcements
WVU School of Nursing to host Nov. 18 virtual open house for BSN program
The West Virginia University School of Nursing is hosting a Fall 2025 Virtual Open House for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, at 6 p.m. EST.
Veterans invited to WVU School of Dentistry for free oral care Nov. 10
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry will host its annual Veterans Oral Health Day on Monday, Nov. 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the WVU Dental clinics on the Health Sciences Campus in Morgantown.
AI and innovation take center stage at WVU’s 2025 Van Liere and WV IDeA Research Conference
Collaboration, innovation and discovery were on full display as researchers, students and faculty from across West Virginia gathered for the 2025 Van Liere and WV IDeA Research Conference, held Oct. 17–18 at the Erickson Alumni Center and West Virginia University Health Sciences Center.
Public health faculty recognized for long-form scholarship
Associate Professor Erik Carlton and Professor Darren Liu from the School of Public Health Department of Health Policy, Management, and Leadership will be recognized for their recent textbook publications during the annual Long-form Scholarship Celebration.
WVU in the News: Scents and sensibility: Aromatherapy is being used to reduce pain, boost mood and more
Pumpkin spice, cinnamon, clove, pine — the scents of fall can instantly stir nostalgia, warmth and comfort. But those familiar aromas may be doing more than reminding us of cozy sweaters and flickering candles. A growing body of research suggests that what we smell can actually influence how we feel — emotionally and even physically. That’s something Marian “Marnie” Reven, an assistant professor at West Virginia University’s School of Nursing and a licensed aromatherapist, knows firsthand.
WVU in the News: Hand, foot and mouth disease outbreaks surge West Virginia
Hand, foot and mouth disease is most common in children and usually happens seasonally, said Dr. Lisa Costello, assistant professor of pediatrics at West Virginia University.
WVU in the News: Walk for breast cancer awareness
People were at Mountaineer Field and wearing their pink bright and early today for the annual breast cancer walk. The event was held in memory of the late Betty Puskar, who passed away in 2020. Puskar was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1985 and sought treatment in Houston.
WVU in the News: WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute leads country in adoption of brain injury test, care protocol
Experts at the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) will use a diagnostic test developed by Abbott in collaboration with the Department of War to help assess mild traumatic brain injury and concussion in patients ranging from first responders, domestic violence survivors, athletes, and others.
Governor Patrick Morrisey and his administration increase pay rate for WV Waiver providers
WV Governor Patrick Morrisey has increased the pay rate of WV Waiver providers who provide home and community-based care.
WVU School of Nursing faculty member completes international training to become Certified Forest Bathing Guide
Dr. Angel Smothers, Associate Dean for Community Engagement and Director of the Faith Community Nursing program at the WVU School of Nursing, recently completed international training to become a Certified Forest Bathing Guide through the Forest Bathing Hub.