Announcements
RTNS principal investigator earns recognition; program launches transitional living map
RTNS principal investigator Sam Wilkinson was presented with the Community Partner Award at the WVU School of Public Health Year-end celebration. RTNS also launched a new transitional living map.
Student recognized with WVU School of Medicine Patricia Fedeles Award
West Virginia University School of Medicine student Kate Gelman has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Patricia “Pat” Fedeles Award for Compassion in Physical Diagnosis.
WVU Cancer Institute honors Brights for nearly 40 years of generosity
Back in 1985, dedicated WVU Cancer Institute supporters William and Patricia Bright recall sitting with late U.S. Sen. Jennings Randolph and enjoying the company of celebrity chef Jeremiah Tower at the inaugural Spring Gala. Nearly four decades later, the Summersville couple is being recognized for their generous philanthropic contributions to the WVU Cancer Institute, West Virginia University and the Mountain State with the Winged Victory Award, a special honor bestowed each year at the Spring Gala.
2024 AGE-ADAR Scholars announced
The Appalachian Gerontology Experiences: Advancing Diversity in Aging Research Scholars Program recently selected seven rising sophomores and juniors in its fourth cohort of research interns to participate in the 2024 AGE-ADAR Summer Research Internship.
IMMB student explores opportunities beyond the classroom at the School of Medicine
From going on study abroad trips to engaging with guest speakers, Allie Douglas, a student in the Immunology and Medical Microbiology program at the West Virginia University School of Medicine, is making the most of opportunities outside of the classroom.
Math + Medicine: Combined interests lead to new career path for WVU Public Health student
Faculty mentorship and cross-campus collaboration have played an important role in John Twist’s experience at West Virginia University. The School of Public Health student is set to graduate in May after combining his skills in mathematics with an interest in serving communities.
Two WVU School of Nursing faculty to present at Social Work Summer Institute
Two WVU School of Nursing faculty members, Amy Ankrom and Mike Bellisario, will be presenting workshops at the 18th Annual Social Work Summer Institute. Both Ankrom and Bellisario will be presenting in areas that represent unique perspectives that will inform the work of social service and community health workers throughout Vietnam.
Crowdfunding effort aims to support Go Baby Go program, provide ride-on cars for children with disabilities
Go Baby Go, a student-led service project providing modified battery-powered ride-on cars for children with limited mobility, is the focus of a crowdfunding effort launched by the West Virginia University School of Medicine in partnership with the WVU Foundation.
Year-end Celebration marks new beginning for WVU Public Health graduates
West Virginia University School of Public Health students, faculty and staff joined together Thursday (April 25) afternoon to honor outstanding achievements during its annual Year-end Celebration.
WVU Nursing students, faculty participate at 2024 Women's Leadership Summit
Two WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus students recently joined the 2024 Women's Leadership Summit alongside Campus Chair Hillary Parcell.