Announcements
Syllabus design workshop and peer review drop-in event set for next week
Faculty and graduate students from all disciplines are invited to attend a workshop and drop-in hours to receive assistance with syllabus design from 1-3 p.m. Aug. 7.
WVU in the News: Health officials prepare for autumn vaccinations
Dr. Lisa Costello is an assistant professor in pediatrics at WVU. She recommended checking with a physician about your vaccination status and to plan ahead.
WVU in the News: Marijuana addiction is real. Those struggling often face skepticism.
Dr. James Berry contributes to reporting from The Washington Post on marijuana addiction.
Scholarships available for Wayne County RNs to complete faith community nurse training
WVU School of Nursing is seeking two registered nurses (RNs) from Wayne County to complete the online Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course this fall to help build nurse-led programs in area faith communities.
WVU Nursing supports baby pantry in McDowell County
Dr. Angel Smothers, Associate Dean for Community Engagement for the WVU School of Nursing and a southern West Virginia native, connected with Annetta Tiller to offer support to Noah’s Ark Baby Pantry in McDowell County.
WVU epidemiologist appointed as White House senior policy analyst
A West Virginia University epidemiologist has joined the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy as a senior policy analyst.
Health care teams from WVU help ensure safety at high adventure Jamboree
Health care teams of students, residents and faculty from the WVU Health Sciences schools of Dentistry, Medicine and Nursing and Eberly College of Arts and Sciences traveled to the Summit Bechtel Reserve for the 20th National Jamboree from July 19-28 to keep the more than 15,000 Scouts, leaders and volunteers safe and healthy during their visit to southern West Virginia.
WVU in the News: WVU experts instrumental in approval of new RSV prevention medication
Medical experts at West Virginia University are excited about the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of Beyfortus as a major advancement to prevent RSV.
MCHD Smile Express, WVU School of Dentistry team up at BSA Jamboree
Hiking, skateboarding and BMX bike riding are just a few of the recreational activities available at the Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree in Glen Jean, which takes place through Friday.
HSCommunity: Celebrating Advances for the Disability Community
On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. This law protects the rights of individuals with disabilities and has opened the doors for many humans to actively participate in employment, education and everyday life.