Announcements
Making untreatable vision problems treatable: WVU receives $11M for visual sciences research center
With a new $11 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, West Virginia University has become just the second university in the country to receive funding for a visual-sciences Center of Biomedical Research Excellence.
WVU researchers help develop first-of-its-kind vaccination due date calculator
As science advances alongside the constantly changing virus that causes COVID-19, tools and guidelines also change, and people in West Virginia and across the nation have been challenged to stay up-to-date as vaccination guidance has evolved—a task sometimes easier said than done.
WVU experiences pave the path for a career in social justice for current public health leader
In March, current PhD students in the West Virginia University School of Public Health had the chance to meet with a WVU alumnus who’s working at the crossroads of public health and social justice.
April 29, 2022 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for April 29, 2022.
Under the Dome: April 29, 2022 Edition
Under the Dome delivers a review of issues being considered by the West Virginia Legislature. It provides information on matters that affect WVU and higher education, as well as other hot topics being addressed. This edition includes a rundown of the recent special session and April interim meetings.
WVU in the News: Michael McCawley of MUSHROOM, brings his knowledge to Mon Co. QRT
On a windy early spring day, a group of nursing and public health students, along with members of the Monongalia County Quick Response Team (QRT), gather on a hilltop at Bartlett Housing Solutions, toting supplies that include underwear, socks, snacks and COVID-19 vaccines.
Keyser Campus sophomores work with standardized patients for hands-on nursing experience
WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus sophomore students recently completed two simulations as part of their NSG 212 course — one on the care of a post-op patient with diabetes and another on the care of a patient with seizures who suffered a head injury.
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus hosts NCLEX Competition
On Thursday, April 28, students at the West Virginia University School of Nursing Beckley Campus participated in an NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses) competition.
Periodontics program director featured in article on robotics in dentistry
Dr. Arif Salman, chair of the department of periodontics at West Virginia University School of Dentistry, participated in an interview with Becker's Dental and DSO Review about emerging technology and its uses in oral healthcare.
WVU in the News: WVU nursing students find creative way to study for licensing exam
On Thursday, April 28, the WVU School of Nursing in Beckley held a “March Madness” Championship. The game focused on questions that students may see on their National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX). All seniors are required to pass this exam before they can work as a nurse.