Announcements
WVU School of Medicine adds 261 new residents and fellows across more than 100 training programs
The West Virginia University School of Medicine will welcome 261 new resident and fellow physicians, dentists, clinical psychologists and researchers to its Graduate Medical Education programs July 1.
WVU School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing earns WVU Program of Excellence distinction
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the WVU School of Nursing has been named a WVU Board of Governors Program of Excellence.
Junior Nursing Academy paves path toward career in nursing for local student
As a student at Fayetteville High School, Cheyenne Wright had the opportunity to attend the Southern West Virginia Junior Nursing Academy, where she was able to learn real-life nursing skills and participate in hands-on experiences. When it was time to apply to college, her decision was clear: She chose the WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus, located at WVU Tech, and is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
Going strong, WVU ends fiscal year on solid financial footing, bolstered by exemplary academics and athletics
With a focus on investments in the future of West Virginia University, the Board of Governors approved a $1.3 billion operating budget for the coming fiscal year during a Friday meeting (June 19) that opened with the announcement of a first-of-its-kind research partnership with Johns Hopkins University and a celebration of the historic College World Series run for the WVU baseball team.
Johns Hopkins and WVU launch research partnership to advance joint solutions for shared challenges
Tapping into the power of collaboration, Johns Hopkins University and West Virginia University are launching a new partnership to bring together researchers from both institutions to address complex challenges in health, science and society while positioning faculty teams to compete for future external funding.
WVU School of Nursing service efforts reach thousands across West Virginia
From rural churches to community clinics and local outreach programs, students and faculty from the WVU School of Nursing continued to expand access to care across West Virginia last year, reaching tens of thousands of residents through service and education.
Petros to step down as dean of the School of Pharmacy
William Petros, Pharm.D., FCCP, Gates Wigner Dean of the WVU School of Pharmacy, announced his intention to retire and conclude his tenure as dean by the end of the 2026-2027 academic year, or as soon as the position is filled.
WVU Communication Sciences and Disorders hosts white coat ceremony
The West Virginia University School of Medicine’s Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders celebrated 15 Doctor of Audiology students and 44 Master of Speech-Language Pathology students during the traditional white coat ceremony.
Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science program to hold virtual open house
Students interested in learning more about the WVU School of Medicine’s Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Master’s degree and the MLS profession are invited to attend a virtual open house on July 8 at noon via Zoom.
Schmidt named Chair of Surgery for the WVU School of Medicine
Following a national search, Carl R. Schmidt, MD, FACS, professor of surgery, has been named chair of the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Surgery, effective July 1.