Announcements
WVCTSI accepting applications for NIH R01 Grant Writing Group
WVCTSI is now accepting applications for an intensive writing group designed for clinical and translational investigators interested in developing an NIH R01 award.
WVU in the News: Keep Calm and Take One in the Arm: West Virginia University Researcher Says Vaccination Remains Best Way to Dodge Delta Variant
As the latest prominent COVID-19 strain, the Delta variant, shows a high rate of transmissibility, West Virginia University scientists say there’s no urgent cause of concern for those vaccinated. Heath Damron said his team at WVU has aimed to stay ahead of the curve in studying the emerging variants of the novel coronavirus starting with the Alpha (the U.K. variant), the Beta (South African) and Gamma (Brazilian) strains.
Welcome back: Students discover connections, place and purpose at WVU
Following a year of missed traditions and celebrations, West Virginia University will welcome new and returning students to its campus in Morgantown with an array of in-person activities that will allow students to reconnect and find their place and purpose.
Photo studio at Health Sciences still accessible during construction
Construction is ongoing at Health Sciences, but individuals can still safely access the photo studio, located at G290 in Health Sciences South. For those trying to reach the studio, please proceed beyond the construction signage.
Virtual info session August 5 for DNP - Nurse Anesthetist Program
Nurses who are interested in pursuing a nurse anesthetist degree are invited to a virtual information session scheduled for Thursday, August 5.
BeWell Blog — "Try This Tuesday: Mindful Walking"
The BeWell team is offering a series of helpful tips for mental health and wellbeing called "Try This Tuesday." This week, Layne Hitchcock discusses "mindful walking," a simple practice that can improve your quality of life and clear your mind of clutter.
Virtual mindfulness workshop series scheduled to begin Aug. 2
The mindfulness team presents its latest round of virtual workshops to learn various experiential techniques and bring focused attention into the now moment to enjoy a calmer mental and emotional state.
WVU provides guidance on COVID-19 testing requirements ahead of fall semester
As West Virginia University prepares to welcome students, faculty and staff back to campus, the University has updated its COVID-19 guidance for the Fall 2021 semester, including testing requirements.
Depression isn’t crying in the corner: Employees lean on eight strategies to disclose – or conceal – mental health at work
Employees who experience depression are tasked with the decision to disclose their mental health to others at work. For these employees, one West Virginia University researcher found that they utilize eight strategies on how to disclose (or conceal) this often-stigmatized social identity.
Teaching Scholars Program set for September 2021 through May 2022
The Teaching Scholars Program will be held via Zoom for one hour each Thursday from Sept. 2, 2021, through May 19, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. This program is open to faculty on ALL WVU Campuses.