Announcements
WVU Division of Physical Therapy to host open houses
Prospective students interested in learning more about WVU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program are invited to meet faculty and current students at two open house events.
West Virginia Immunization Network to host respiratory season updates webinar
This webinar provides up-to-date information on the ACIP and CDC immunization recommendations for influenza, COVID-19 and RSV for the 2024-2025 respiratory season.
WVU shatters research expenditures record for second consecutive year
For fiscal year 2024, West Virginia University crushed its record in externally supported research expenditures with $275 million — an 82% increase from five years ago.
Returning students and faculty: Accept new certificate to connect to WVU.Encrypted
Students and faculty returning to all WVU campuses for the first time since July 3 will need to accept a new security certificate to connect any mobile device to the WVU.Encrypted or eduroam wireless networks.
POSTPONED: Strengths workshop for students to focus on improved patient care
The WVU Purpose Center and Health Sciences is partnering to offer students a strengths-based workshop, “Using Your Strengths for Improved Patient Care,” during the fall semester.
New podcast episode: Connection, community and compassion
New episode of the Adjusting the Sails podcast featuring Parent Network Specialist Bonnie Shannon.
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.