Announcements
WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and OLLI host talk on global movement to end hunger Aug. 6
WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WVU, part of the WVU School of Public Health, are partnering for a discussion on the global movement to end hunger at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 6, via Zoom.
Beckley Campus nursing faculty showcase science and creativity during GEARUP, STEM Camps
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus professors Cynthia Clark and Linda Angus recently helped showcase how “science meets creativity” during interactive sessions at GEARUP and STEM camps.
WVU in the News: WVU RNI to lead nationwide effort to improve care for traumatic brain injury patients
Dr. Javier Cárdenas, chief of the RNI’s Division of Sports Neurology and director of the RNI Concussion and Brain Injury Center, said a $300,000 grant from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Foundation will support efforts to showcase and expand the program already in use at RNI.
WVU in the News: Tobacco use linked to higher depression and anxiety
Adolescence is a critical time for brain and emotional development, and mental health issues like depression and anxiety are increasingly common during these years. Now, new research adds another concern for teens, parents, and health professionals: tobacco use, including e-cigarettes, may significantly increase the risk of poor mental health in teens.
WVU in the News: Keep your stride in line with these podiatrist-recommended shoes for overpronation
CNN Underscored, Dr. Aabha Suchak was consulted for expertise.
WVU School of Nursing faculty, staff participate in Pittsburgh Marathon Relay
Two teams of WVU School of Nursing faculty and staff recently participate in the Pittsburgh Marathon Relay to promote teamwork, health, and well-being. The marathon relay, held May 4 in downtown Pittsburgh, was divided into five legs of varying distances. Together, each team member in the relay contributed to running a full-length marathon.
Professor Misra brings the issue of health disparities to the national stage
School of Public Health Professor Ranjita Misra was a guest speaker at the 20th Annual Texas Conference on Health Disparities, held June 4–6, 2025. Earlier this year, she joined national experts as a grant reviewer for a National Institutes of Health Special Emphasis Panel.
Long-time support from Harman-Falkowski family makes lasting impact for nursing students
For the past six years, the Harman-Falkowski family has generously donated funding for the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus, providing a wealth of simulation equipment and other materials to enhance student learning.
Two veterans and WVU medical students named as Pat Tillman Foundation Scholars
Brentyn Jones and Jerry “Ted” Price, two students enrolled in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Medical Degree program, have been named as Pat Tillman Foundation Scholars and join 40 other military veterans, service members and spouses who aspire to make a positive difference in communities across the nation.
WVU alumnus pilots career in service through dentistry
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry, U.S. Air Force and Commissioned Corps of the United States Public Health Service share many of the same core values, including integrity, service and excellence. It is no surprise, then, that Dr. Maurice Hamill was drawn to each organization, dedicating his education and career to serving his country and his patients and improving the well-being of others.