Announcements
the Pulse: December 9, 2024 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.
WVU Health Sciences faculty honored as Rural Health Leaders
In November, observed as Rural Health Month, two WVU Health Sciences faculty members were recognized by The Center for Rural Health Development, West Virginia Office of Rural Health and West Virginia Rural Health Association for their dedication to improving health and healthcare in rural communities.
Keyser Campus senior empowers 4th graders through self-esteem journaling
Marilee Kitzmiller, a senior at the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus, implemented an inspiring capstone project last week that focused on boosting self-esteem among 4th-grade students. Her interactive approach not only encouraged self-expression but also helped the students recognize their unique positive qualities.
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus students support local health fair
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus recently participated in a Raleigh County health fair where students provided services to fair attendees.
WVU Health Sciences programs contribute to Thanksgiving food drive
The WVU Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education hosted a friendly food drive competition in November to benefit families for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Pod Squad offers playlist for Winter Break
WVU Health Sciences Pod Squad has released its latest playlist for all WVU students, faculty and staff to enjoy during Winter Break. The group will not meet in December and will reconvene for its next meeting in January.
Throckmorton to retire after more than 20 years of providing support to SOM students, alumni
Following a career of more than 20 years at West Virginia University Health Sciences, Debra Throckmorton, coordinator of Alumni Programs for the WVU School of Medicine, has announced her retirement.
WVU-trained faith community nurse to host Saturday clinics, nursing call line and more in Fairmont
A new program called Neighborhood Nurse will launch in January 2025, offering a Saturday clinic and a nursing hotline. This initiative is a collaboration between Faith Community Nursing (FCN) and Compassion Central.
Internet connectivity will be unavailable on HSC South 7th floor Dec. 11
Wired and wireless internet connectivity will be unavailable from 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, for the 7th floor South at the WVU Health Sciences Center.
West Virginia healthcare providers, teachers invited to apply for scholarship to complete WVU tobacco training program
With funding support from the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources Division of Tobacco Prevention, the West Virginia University School of Dentistry is offering 64 scholarships for its Certified Tobacco Treatment Training Program (CTTTP). The next training course will be available online January 13, 2025, through March 1, 2025.