Announcements
Feb. 5, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Feb. 5, 2021.
WVU in the News: COVID-19, misconceptions about alcohol could lead to increased winter drinking
A recent study conducted by Rehabs.com, a website facilitated by American Addiction Centers, says 50% of West Virginians reported increased alcohol consumption during winter months.
WVU in the News: The mistrusted medical miracle: Vaccines have revolutionized health, but some still question their safety
On the one hand, vaccines have saved millions of lives. Yet despite being applauded as a medical miracle, vaccines have always generated a level of public distrust.
Join Rise WVU in celebrating Black Love Day
Rise WVU will host its 3rd Annual Black Love Day Celebration with an interactive panel discussion to review Black Love's representation in the media and its dynamics within the black community on Feb. 11 at 3 p.m. All are welcome to attend!
Office of Health Promotion and Wellness celebrates Black History Month
During Black History Month, WVU’s Office of Health Promotion and Wellness is proud to recognize African American faculty, staff and students who go above and beyond their typical roles at the University. We celebrate those who are building community wellbeing by helping people feel connected, engaged and safe in their communities. If you would like to recognize an extraordinary person in celebration of Black History Month, send your nomination to amsidwell@hsc.wvu.edu.
Feb. 4, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Feb. 4, 2021.
Family Medicine Rural Scholars Program Accepting Applications!
The WVU Department of Family Medicine is pleased to announce that the applications for its innovative Rural Scholars Program are now available.
WVU Ph.D. candidate researching ways to make opioids safer to use
llison White, a Ph.D. candidate at West Virginia University School of Medicine’s Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, will be conducting a study on how to make opioids safer to use.
NIDA Clinical Trials Network (CTN) Appalachian Node Annual Conference
Registration is now open for the NIDA Clinical Trials Network (CTN) Appalachian Node Annual Conference, set for Feb. 25 from noon to 5 p.m. Attendance is complimentary.
Black History Month Event: "When They See Us," A Four-Part Watch and Discuss Series
The group will watch one part of the series every Thursday in Black History Month, starting at 6 p.m., and engage in a guided discussion directly following the screening.