Announcements
Silverberg inaugurated as president of the West Virginia Academy of Family Physicians and Brenwalt recognized with Physician of the Year
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Staff, faculty invited to ‘Budget 101’ Campus Conversation
Staff and faculty are invited to attend a Campus Conversation on Wednesday, May 3, designed to provide an overview of the University’s budget process.
Registration for 29th Annual Walk 100 Miles is now open, Kick-Off Walk on May 24
Walk 100 Miles in 100 Days® is a 15-week walking program which encourages participants to develop the habit of walking at least one mile a day as a form of exercise. Now in its 29th year, the annual program will start on May 22 and will run through August 29.
Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: Drs. Schmidt and Gabr to give presentations
Carl Schmidt, M.D., FACS, and Hesham Gabr, M.D., will each give presentations during the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences grand rounds on Wednesday, May 3, starting at 6:45 a.m.
Faculty and staff required to register international travel
All faculty or staff who are traveling internationally for a University-related purpose or taking University-owned equipment or personal equipment with a University program, including email, abroad on personal travel must register their travel.
Video of PEIA-related Campus Conversation available
A Campus Conversation was held Wednesday (April 26) via Zoom focused on recent changes to the Public Employees Insurance Agency, including a presentation outlining basic PEIA benefits and plans, key changes made after S.B. 268 passed during the legislative session and the effects on the University and employees.
WVU in the News: New doctors prepare to tackle rural healthcare shortage
Nearly two-thirds of areas with a shortage of primary health care professionals are in rural communities. For decades, federal programs have offered incentives to try to correct the problem, with limited success.
WVU offers free speech, language and reading camps this summer for area youths
The Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders within the West Virginia University School of Medicine will be offering three separate summer camps to help school-aged children with speech, language and reading.
FSAP offers advice on coping with workplace changes
In times of workplace change, it's natural to feel uncertain and anxious. According to human resource consultant Susan Starr, major changes can lead to panic, as people wonder about their future in the company. However, it's important to understand that change is a natural part of the workplace and can lead to positive outcomes.
Medicine Grand Rounds: Dr. Fernandes to give presentation on medical professionalism
A visiting professor from Nationwide Children's Hospital will be giving a presentation on medical professionalism during the Department of Medicine grand rounds on Friday, April 28, at 8 a.m.