Working for Impact in Science and Health

The Working for Impact in Science and Health (WISH) Committee at the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center is dedicated to fostering professional growth, collaboration, and community engagement.

WISH provides interprofessional development, personal growth opportunities, and networking for faculty, staff, trainees, and community members across health and science disciplines. Through leadership development, mentoring, recognition awards, and outreach initiatives, WISH empowers members to make a lasting impact in their fields and in the broader community.

2025–26 Year in Review

The WISH Committee brought together faculty, staff, trainees, and community members across WVU Health Sciences for a year of leadership, mentorship, and community impact. From signature leadership events to county fair outreach and inspiring the next generation of health professionals, WISH continued its mission of empowering members to make a lasting difference in their fields and in West Virginia. We look forward to another impactful year ahead.

Two students, on in a scout uniform,  performing an IV on a fake arm.

Merit Badge University

WISH engaged with local Scout troops at Merit Badge University, introducing young people to careers in health and science and encouraging the next generation of health professionals in West Virginia - February 2026.

Group picture in front of the Health Sciences Pylons.

Make a WISH, Make an Impact in Health Sciences

Faculty and staff gathered for an afternoon of leadership panels, roundtable discussions, and keynote insights with HSC leaders. -March 2026

A person dressed in a white coat and scrubs by a display table and poster at the Mon county fair.

Mon County Fair

WISH members connected with the Morgantown community at the Monongalia County Fair, bringing health sciences outreach beyond the walls of the Health Sciences Center. - September 2025