Announcements
Simulation Certificate Program to be held March 5-8
The WVU School of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Education in collaboration with the David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS) will offer the Simulation Certificate Program March 5-8 for instructors with interest in simulation.
WVU Nursing students to lead free Community Health Fair in Beckley
A newly formed student organization on the WVU Tech campus, Faith Community Health, is hosting a community health fair Nov. 8 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Beckley Presbyterian Church. The event is free and open to the public. Formed by undergraduate nursing students at the WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus, the organization aims to support and improve holistic health in southern West Virginia.
WVU in the News: Can brain ultrasound treat addiction?
With insights from James Mahoney and Dr. Ali Rezai, The Washington Post looks at how low-intensity focused ultrasound in the brain may be used as a tool in treating addiction.
Open enrollment begins for ACA Marketplace health insurance plans
Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act Marketplace health insurance began Nov. 1 and goes through Jan. 15, 2024.
Keyser nursing students volunteer at health careers fair
WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus students recently volunteered to participate in the WVU Medicine Potomac Valley Hospital Health Careers Fair for Mineral County Schools.
Internet connectivity will be unavailable on 4th Floor North 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16
Internet connectivity will be unavailable on the 4th Floor North and a 5th Floor mechanical room from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 16.
High school students can explore orthopedic surgery and engineering during one-day event
The West Virginia University School of Medicine is partnering with The Perry Initiative to let local high-school students explore careers in medicine and engineering.
macOS Sonoma is available, Mac users are encouraged to update by Nov. 27
The new macOS Sonoma is available for installation on WVU-owned and -managed computers, and employees are encouraged to update at their earliest convenience.
‘Most Loyal’ honorees selected for WVU Mountaineer Week
West Virginia University is a vibrant community of dedicated Mountaineers who display their pride in a variety of ways. Each year during Mountaineer Week, WVU recognizes a select group of Mountaineers who go above and beyond to positively impact the lives of others and make the University a special place. The 2023 “Most Loyal” recipients are faculty members, staff, alumni and friends who share one thing in common — their love for WVU.
WVU School of Public Health leadership updates
Dr. Jeffrey H. Coben, dean of West Virginia University’s School of Public Health, will step down from the dean position he has held since May 2017, effective Nov. 1. He will remain on faculty with the Schools of Public Health and Medicine and continue to support the operations of the Health Affairs Institute in his role as associate vice president.