Announcements
WVU Nursing again ranks in the top 100 undergraduate programs by U.S. News & World Report
In rankings released by U.S. News & World Report, the West Virginia University School of Nursing undergraduate nursing program has again been named one of the top 100 in the nation.
Service to others propels WVU simulation educator’s career
From firefighter to flight paramedic to educator, Russell “Rusty” Doerr has lived a life of service to others. Rusty’s desire to help others started as a young child, growing up as the son of a firefighter, and led him to a career at West Virginia University that spans more than 30 years.
RUSH (Rural Undergraduate Shadowing in Healthcare) Program Application Opens September 15, 2023
The 2023 RUSH application is now open! https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/icrh/students/rush-program/ Please submit full applications by October 15, 2023. Are you an undergraduate student interested in a career in a healthcare profession serving in a rural community? Thinking about medical, dental or nursing school? The WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health RUSH program is a great introduction to practicing in rural communities. Selections will be made by November 15, 2023. Shadow a rural practitioner for a total of 20 hours during specific dates agreed upon by the participating practitioner and the student. Students will receive a participation award of $300 after shadow completion. If you have questions, please email icrh@hsc.wvu.edu
“Healthcare is Human” exhibit opens September 25
The COVID pandemic brought to light the long hours, challenges and sacrifices healthcare workers and support staff have long endured to serve their communities. Their stories are the subject of “Healthcare is Human,” a new exhibit at the WVU Health Sciences Center.
MUSHROOM Project hosting backpack and blanket drive
School of Medicine is hosting a backpack and blanket drive for the Multidisciplinary Unsheltered Homeless Relief Outreach Of Morgantown (MUSHROOM) Project through Sept. 29.
WVU in the News: Marsh eyes COVID uptick as feds approve new booster shot
Dr. Clay Marsh MetroNews “Talkline” to discuss the updated COVID-19 vaccine.
Learn more about LPN to BSN program during Oct. 26 Virtual Open House
The WVU School of Nursing is hosting a Virtual Open House for the new LPN to BSN Program on Thursday, Oct. 26 from noon to 1:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Health Sciences community to host several WVU Diversity Week events
The West Virginia University Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host its annual Diversity Week Sunday, Sept. 17, through Saturday, Sept. 23.
Learn about community organizations at Employee and Student Life Fair
Students, faculty and staff on the West Virginia University Health Sciences Campus in Morgantown are invited to learn more about the community at an Employee and Student Life Fair planned for Tuesday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Pylons Commons.
the Pulse: Sept. 11, 2023 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.