Announcements
RUSH program inspires interest in rural healthcare for nursing student
As a WVU School of Nursing student, O’Neal learned about Rural Undergraduate Shadowing in Healthcare (RUSH), an experience designed to provide participants with insight into what it is like to practice a health profession in rural West Virginia.
Eggleston selected for prestigious fellowship in academic medicine leadership
West Virginia University Health Sciences Associate Vice President for Community Health Innovation Emma Morton-Eggleston, M.D., has been named a fellow in the Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine® Program for Women at Drexel University College of Medicine.
WVU provides updates on transformation initiatives
Efforts to reposition West Virginia University for the future continue through a “First Principles” approach President Gordon Gee outlined in his State of the University address this spring, one focused on students, the University’s land-grant mission and differentiation.
Reminder of surplus and computer transfer procedures
In order to properly document computer items that need to be sent to surplus or transferred to other users, please make an appointment with the HSC Help Desk.
WVU in the News: WVU Researchers Find Burnout Among Faith Leaders
In a recent study, WVU researchers looked at burnout among community faith leaders. Appalachia Health News Reporter, Emily Rice, sat down with Angel Smothers, associate dean for community engagement, and clinical associate professor at the WVU School of Nursing, to discuss the study’s findings.
WVU Medicine privacy and security reminder
One of the most common causes of a breach of patient information at WVU Medicine involves paper. Improper storage, disposal and or distribution to the wrong individual can result in breach of personal information.
WVU in the News: Maternal outcomes at rural hospitals hinge on delivery volume
Dr. Shon Rowan talks with MedPage Today about maternal outcome research highlighting the need for more training and support in rural hospitals that handle fewer baby deliveries.
WVU in the News: New data on disparities in Medicaid access to opioid addiction treatment
Dr. Patrick Marshalek contributes to reporting from STAT on a new study looking at disparities in access to opioid addiction treatment among patients on Medicaid.
WVU in the News: Precision Neuroscience conducts its first clinical study to map human brain signals
CNBC details first-of-its-kind neural implant work from Dr. Peter Konrad and a team at the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, a step forward in the development of technology that allows brain signals to control external devices.
WVU School of Pharmacy alumni return to the place they belong
The West Virginia University School of Pharmacy and its Alumni Association celebrated Alumni Day 2023 on Saturday, June 3. The annual event is an opportunity for former classmates from all years to return to Morgantown for a reunion dinner, awards ceremony, continuing education and other activities.