Announcements
Cisco Phone service, including Jabber, to be retired Sept. 15
The two-year project to move the University's phone service from outdated Cisco hardware to Zoom Phone is nearly complete. Migrations are complete for the main campus and regional campuses, and the Health Sciences campus migration is substantially complete. Remaining work includes cleanup and additional coordination with WVU Medicine IT to transition WVU Medicine users who were previously on the University’s phone network to the WVU Medicine phone network. Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 15, the University’s Cisco phone system will no longer receive technical support, maintenance, or updates. If you have not migrated to Zoom Phone, contact the ITS Service Desk as soon as possible for assistance and guidance on your next steps. The University's phone system – which is migrating from Cisco to Zoom Phone – is separate from WVU Medicine's phone system. Since last November, WVU ITS has worked with WVU Medicine IT to identify which phone lines will stay with the University’s phone system and which will transition to WVU Medicine’s phone system. WVU Medicine is managing its own phone migration for its users. Find more information about the Zoom Phone project, including recorded training materials and FAQs on the Zoom Phone page in the IT Help Center. Please direct questions to the ITS Service Desk at 304-293-4444 or ITSHelp@mail.wvu.edu.
Faculty and staff invited to sponsor Hydration Station
WELLWVU invites University departments and organizations to pass out water and snacks to students and community members in the Downtown area of campus, while reminding them to stay hydrated and be safe if they choose to drink alcohol.
Research funding: “Sedentary Behavior and Cardiovascular Health in Young Women”
Bethany Barone Gibbs, chair of the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics in the West Virginia University School of Public Health, has received notification of continued funding for the research project “Sedentary Behavior and Cardiovascular Health in Young Women.”
WVU Nurse Anesthetist program to increase class size to meet growing provider needs
The WVU School of Nursing’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Nurse Anesthetist program recently received approval to increase its class size by five students, increasing the capacity of each cohort from 15 to 20.
WVU study explores AI’s role in training tomorrow’s psychiatrists
As the use of artificial intelligence for mental health conditions grows for both patients seeking support and psychiatrists treating them, West Virginia University researchers put ChatGPT-5 Pro to the test to determine its abilities on the psychiatry educational front.
Faith community nurse brings grief support to Kentucky community
A grief support group for mothers who have lost children, or for those in the community seeking support, has been organized by a faith community nurse in Boyd County, Kentucky.
WVU in the News: WVU Medicine to make “transformative contribution” to health services in Monongalia County
On Tuesday, July 28, Albert Wright, president and CEO of the West Virginia University Health System, stood before the Monongalia County Commission to announce a $9 million contribution in support of public health initiatives administered through the health department and other county programs.
Newest WVU medical students wrap up orientation, start studies with sturdy footing
The West Virginia University School of Medicine Medical Degree Program recently welcomed the newest class of medical students in late July for orientation and a kick start to their studies and future success.
WVU Foundation elects 3 new board members
The West Virginia University Foundation welcomed three dedicated Mountaineers to its Board of Directors following recent elections. The new board members include Dr. James “Jim” Anderson, a 1986 graduate of the WVU School of Dentistry.
Public health student researcher showcases work at Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium
Kendall Souder, West Virginia University School of Public Health accelerated bachelor’s to master’s student, presented at 19th annual Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium on Thursday, July 23, 2026.