Announcements
WVU in the News: West Virginia University holds White Coat Ceremony for medical students
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (WBOY) — On Saturday West Virginia University held a White Coat Ceremony for the Class of 2027.
Third annual Heart Health and Black History Month panel engages WVU community
West Virginia University students, faculty and community members gathered Feb. 26 for the third annual Heart Health and Black History Month Panel, a student-led event focused on wellness, health care challenges and community engagement.
Beckley Campus junior nursing students participate in Day of Service at Salvation Army
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus junior students recently volunteered during a Day of Service with the Salvation Army. The students dedicated their time and skills to assist with various initiatives, including distributing food, organizing donations, and engaging with community members in need.
WVU in the News: WVU hosts inaugural dance class for people with Parkinson’s Disease
WVU hosted “Dance for PD” class on Friday, which is a dance class program for people with Parkinson’s Disease put on by the Mark Morris Dance Group in New York.
New podcast episode: A Warrior's Mentality
Information about the new Adjusting the Sails podcast featuring guest Harry Psaros, author and father of a child with autism.
Making a difference while serving her country: Senior nursing student to join U.S. Navy after graduation
Victoria Weser, a senior at the WVU School of Nursing, always knew she wanted to help people, but college wasn’t initially part of her plan. “The plan was to become an EMT or a 911 operator,” said Weser, of Wexford, Pennsylvania. “My godmother has been a nurse for 40-plus years, and she asked, ‘Why don’t you give it a shot?’”
WVU in the News: Dr. Clay Marsh with Good News on Overdose Deaths
Dr. Clay Marsh speaks with Julie Mason on her SiriusXM show about the current state of overdose deaths, measles and more.
WVU alumna develops skills and connections through science and sports
Much like participation on an athletic team, healthcare professions require dedication, hard work and collaboration. West Virginia University alumna Abbie Pierson has found her perseverance, communication and teamwork skills to shine during her time as a student-athlete on the WVU Gymnastics team and throughout her completion of both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in exercise physiology.
Scouts discover health care careers through hands-on learning at WVU Health Sciences
On March 1, Scouts from across the region explored careers in health care during Merit Badge University at West Virginia University Health Sciences.
WVU dental hygiene students participate in advocacy at the Capitol
Students enrolled in the West Virginia University School of Dentistry Dental Hygiene program recently had the opportunity to learn more about advocacy in state government during Educational Advocacy Day at the Legislature.