Announcements
WVU School of Medicine Physical Therapy program receives oncology residency accreditation, first resident graduates
The Division of Physical Therapy at the WVU School of Medicine has been granted accreditation for its oncology residency by the American Board of Physical Therapy Residency and Fellowship Education, making it one of only eight accredited oncologic physical therapy residency programs in the nation.
Solt awarded Don Marsh Scholarship in Healthcare Writing
Drew Solt, a graduate student pursuing a master’s degree in journalism at the West Virginia University College of Creative Arts and Media, has been awarded the Don Marsh Scholarship in Healthcare Writing.
Faculty and Staff Assistance Program offers walk and talk sessions
FSAP Walk and Talk sessions incorporate free, confidential employee counseling sessions into an outdoor format where you and your provider can use the rhythmic movement and connection with nature to cultivate a deeper connection between mind and body.
WVU in the News: New upright scanner tracks brain function while you walk
HealthDay features work on an upright neuroimaging device developed by WVU neuroscientists, physicists and engineers that allows patients to move around while undergoing a brain scan.
WVU School of Public Health celebrates recent Ph.D. graduates
The West Virginia University School of Public Health is proud to announce that seven students have successfully defended their Ph.D. dissertations, marking a tremendous milestone in their academic and professional careers
WVU in the News: First cohort graduates from WVU School of Nursing Bridgeport Campus
A pinning ceremony was held Thursday evening for the first-ever cohort of students to graduate from the WVU School of Nursing Bridgeport Campus. The ceremony at the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in downtown Clarksburg honored 15 graduates.
WVU in the News: WVU School of Nursing again ranks as top RN program
The WVU School of Nursing is making it not one, but two years of offering the best Registered Nursing program in the state. They were awarded this honor by RegisteredNursing.org, who gave them a 98.54 score out of 100.
WVU School of Nursing celebrates first Bridgeport Campus graduates
The WVU School of Nursing celebrated its first graduates from the Bridgeport Campus on Thursday, Aug. 8 during a pinning ceremony. A total of 15 graduates successfully completed the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program at the Bridgeport Campus, which is housed on the fifth floor of WVU Medicine United Hospital Center.
WVU Physician Assistant Studies program appoints new medical director
Jeremiah Hayanga, M.D., MPH, has been appointed as the medical director for the WVU School of Medicine Physician Assistant Studies program.
VIDEO: Nursing faculty discuss innovative Clinical Assistant Program to support student curriculum
WVU School of Nursing faculty members discuss the Clinical Assistant (CA) program, formed during the COVID-19 pandemic, which pairs sophomore students with senior leadership students for a clinical assistant day. Curriculum is enhanced for both groups, as sophomores can learn from their peers, while the seniors can reinforce their knowledge and skillset. Students are also exposed to the role of the nurse educator, which can establish a pipeline for future educational and career opportunities.