Announcements
Marking year one: Teaching Scholars continue their journey
The WVU Health Sciences Center is pleased to recognize the completion of the first year of the Longitudinal Teaching Scholars Program for the 2025–2027 cohort. This year’s cohort included 25 participants from across the health professions; all committed to strengthening their skills as educators.
MPH Capstone Showcase scheduled for May 5 and 6
WVU School of Public Health faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in the Spring 2026 Master of Public Health Capstone Showcase on May 5 and 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in HSC, G119A or via Zoom.
WVU Hub shares upcoming changes to Federal Direct Loan programs
As part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, changes affecting federal loans available to help students cover their educational costs take effect July 1.
SPH Happenings: April 27, 2026
Read the latest edition of the Happenings, the WVU School of Public Health's internal e-newsletter.
5 WVU Bucklew Scholars chosen as 2026 Foundation Scholars
Twenty incoming West Virginia University students from across the Mountain State who are driven by shared passions for innovation and service have been named the 2026-27 cohort of Bucklew Scholars. From this distinguished group of students, five have been selected as Foundation Scholars, the highest academic scholarship the University awards.
Gabriel, Jones, Walker to receive WVU honorary degrees during May Commencement
In recognition of their dedicated service in the health, retail and legal fields, West Virginia University will award honorary degrees to Arthur Gabriel, co-founder of Gabriel Brothers, Tom Jones, former WVU Health System president and CEO, and former West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Beth Walker during May Commencement.
Complete Operation Blue Sky's Student Interest Survey for giveaway entry
Operation Blue Sky is collecting feedback from students about ongoing and future projects and new ides with a Student Interest Survey. A giveaway drawing will take place on May 1 for students who completed the survey.
Improve your grant submissions with WVCTSI grant writing groups
Get a head start on a grant submission for the Fall NIH deadline. West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI) is now accepting applications for two grant writing groups designed to help investigators create polished submissions for NIH R01 or K awards.
Career Closet Pop-Up Shop empowers students with free professional attire
The WVU Health Sciences Student Career Center successfully hosted its first Career Closet Pop-Up Shop on April 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., providing students with access to free professional clothing to support their academic and career journeys.
Groth receives WVU Impact Award for lasting impact on students
WVU School of Public Health congratulates Assistant Professor Carrie Groth on receiving the WVU Impact Award in honor of her extraordinary dedication to our students. Groth exemplifies the spirit of the award through her heartfelt tradition of creating handmade graduation cards for every School of Public Health graduating student.