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September 16, 2022 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for September 16, 2022.
Perspectives on Purpose: Dr. Erik Carlton and Haley Cothern
In conjunction with West Virginia University's inaugural Week of Purpose, we invited members of the School of Public Health to share their thoughts about purpose. Haley Cothern, first-year student in the Master of Health Administration program and graduate of the Health Services, Management and Leadership program (Class of 2022), and Senior Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs Erik Carlton share their perspectives.
WVU Nursing gear available for purchase during SNA fundraiser
The WVU Student Nurses' Association is hosting a WVU Nursing apparel fundraiser, including t-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, fleece jackets and more.
A message from Dr. Clay Marsh, chancellor and executive dean of WVU Health Sciences
Dear Colleagues and Students, Many of you are following West Virginia House Bill 302, which addresses reproductive health and was approved by the state Legislature and has been signed into law by the Governor. You may come to the conversation with varied positions and complex views on abortion. This is a polarizing topic that can feel difficult to discuss and address with family, friends and co-workers. As a physician educator, I want you to know that our commitment remains unchanged to make sure that the best care and resources are available for our patients and our campus community. We will continue to support and advocate for the provision of safe care for all pregnant patients in accordance with all applicable laws. We don’t know what the next steps are yet, but we do know that open and honest dialogue with each other and leading with compassion and empathy is central to the culture we want to embody across the WVU System. We will continue to rely on the expertise of our medical professionals to guide future discussions.
Participate in survey of driving behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic
The purpose of this study is to determine the demographic and behavioral risk factors associated with driving after marijuana use during the COVID-19 pandemic and to gain West Virginia University students’ opinions and perceptions towards driving after marijuana use.
Women who are pregnant are invited to participate in a research study focused on movement and health
Researchers at West Virginia University are studying movement and health in women who are pregnant, beginning in their first trimester.
WVU Student Nurses’ Association to host Trans Safe Zone Training
The WVU Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) will host a Trans Safe Zone Training for the WVU School of Nursing community Sept. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. Virtual and in-person options are available.
WVU in the News: WVU creating more opportunities for nurses
WDTV — WVU is continuing to expand their nursing program. WVU is creating a five-year plan state-wide to help address the nursing shortage across the state. WVU has expanded the program down to Beckley and also opened a new campus in Bridgeport in collaboration with UHC.
WVU in the News: WVU School of Nursing ranks in the top 100
WOAY interviewed Beckley Campus Chair Hillary Parcell and student Hannah Ramsey about the WVU School of Nursing being ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 100 undergraduate nursing programs in the nation.
WVU launches prevention program to support at-risk youth, young adults
Research shows prevention programs are effective at reducing risk of substance use and addiction, and the prevalence of drug use increases rapidly during adolescence and the transition to young adulthood. To support this population through these critical development years, West Virginia University has launched Regional Transition Navigator services.