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Building Community Wellbeing Wherever You May Be
Know an exceptional student, faculty, or staff member working toward physical, social, financial, emotional, or purposeful wellbeing in their communities? Let’s recognize their efforts! Send nominations to the Office of Health Promotion & Wellness at amsidwell@hsc.wvu.edu
Oct. 12, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Oct. 12, 2020.
WVU-led physical activity community program thrives, despite COVID-19, seeks new applicants
Amidst a global pandemic, exercise has become a more valuable tool in boosting immune systems and managing stress, according to West Virginia University researchers. Thanks to a program spearheaded by the WVU College of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, West Virginians, from Berkeley County to Mingo County, will have new and improved opportunities to be physically active in their communities.
Oct. 11, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Oct. 11, 2020.
School of Nursing's Dr. Sam Cotton shares her experience, why diversity matters
She’s a veteran of two Gulf Wars. A nurse, an educator and a staunch advocate for nurses, veterans and the LBGTQ+ community. Now Dr. Sandra (Sam) Cotton is the chair of the WVU School of Nursing’s (SON) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee.
Oct. 10, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Oct. 10, 2020.
Public Health student uses data expertise to advance telehealth research
Major events – including a pandemic – can change the way we live and work. For some, it signals a time to look for new opportunities and reinvent their career. For others, like Molly Penzenik, it reinforces their chosen path.
Faculty Senate Inclusion and Diversity Committee to host social justice summit
The WVU Faculty Senate Inclusion and Diversity Committee is initiating the first in a series of summits to address racism and racial injustice. The summit will be held virtually from 2-4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, and 11 a.m -1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17.
WVU Medicine improving care for transgender patients through training, departmental curriculum, improved medical records, and more
Across the nation, many individuals who identify as transgender or gender diverse avoid accessing health care, even basic primary care, because of fear of discrimination or mistreatment — but WVU Medicine is implementing a number of strategies to improve care for this patient population.
Oct. 9, 2020 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Oct. 9, 2020.