Announcements
WVU Nursing student aids in life-saving assistance for friend on campus
A WVU School of Nursing student recently provided life-saving assistance for his friend who unexpectedly collapsed while on campus.
NOTICE: Brief water disruption at Health Sciences April 2
At approximately 2:15 p.m. today, HSC Facilities experienced a brief water disruption after a construction crew working for WVU Medicine on Van Voorhis Road damaged a water main. As a result, several WVU buildings, including the Health Sciences Center, reported low water pressure.
IPE to host “Art at the Pylons” event celebrating creativity and wellness
The Art Therapy and Music Therapy programs at West Virginia University invite students, faculty and staff to take a creative break and explore the healing power of the arts during Art at the Pylons, taking place on Tues. April 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WVU School of Nursing to host to free one-day camp for high schoolers interested in nursing
The WVU School of Nursing will be hosting its third annual Day Camp on Saturday, June 7, 2025, for high school students who are interested in exploring nursing as a career.
IPE to host Health Professions Education Grand Rounds on April 23
The Office of Faculty Development partnered with the Department of Medical Education, the Office of Interprofessional Education and the Medical Education and Administration Fellowship are set to host Health Professions Education Grand Rounds.
FSAP to host virtual Mental Health First Aid training
The WVU Faculty and Staff Assistance Program will offer two virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certification opportunities this summer. MHFA helps individuals assist someone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis until professional help is available or the crisis is resolved.
WVU Day of Giving sets new records for dollars raised, gifts received
Supporters of West Virginia University donated a record $46.2 million Wednesday (March 26) during the University’s eighth Day of Giving. More than 10,300 gifts were made during the 24-hour online fundraising event held across the University system, also a record. The $46.2 million figure tops 2024’s WVU Day of Giving record of $30.4 million raised from over 8,500 gifts.
Join us for the Fourth Annual Community Health Expo April 13
The West Virginia University Health Sciences and Technology Academy Alumni and Ambassadors Association, Minorities Association of Pre-Healthcare Students and the Student National Medical Association will host the Fourth Annual Community Health Expo and Walk from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 13, outside the WVU Student Recreation Center.
New Compassionate Care podcast series - all episodes available now
All eight episodes of the new Compassionate Care podcast are now available online. This series is tailored for students pursuing careers in pediatric medicine and families of medically complex children.
WVU School of Nursing to offer new elective: Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Healthcare
Starting in Fall 2025, the WVU School of Nursing will offer a new elective course for senior nursing students — NSG 409: Emerging Technologies and Innovations in Healthcare.