Announcements
WVU in the News: WVU opens commencement weekend with message of compassion, purpose for health graduates
West Virginia University opened Commencement Weekend on Friday with ceremonies honoring graduates across the Health Sciences campus, as university leaders encouraged students entering healthcare professions to pursue lives grounded not only in achievement, but also in purpose, compassion and service.
WVU Medicine Farmers Market held each Wednesday through Sept. 30
Now in its 17th season, the WVU Medicine Farmers Market offers employees easy access to fresh local produce and delicious lunch options, while also encouraging everyone to enjoy time outdoors.
WVU Commencement celebrates next generation of bold Mountaineer leaders
Accepting a charge from West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson to boldly carry forward the University’s land-grant mission of service and leadership, thousands of graduates crossed the Commencement stage at the Hope Coliseum this weekend (May 15-17).
WVU’s Certified Tobacco Treatment Training Program celebrates graduates with honor cords
The Certified Tobacco Treatment Training Program (CTTTP) at West Virginia University Health Sciences Center, sponsored by the School of Dentistry and the HSC Office of Interprofessional Education, is recognizing a new class of graduates in a meaningful way this year. For the first time, WVU graduates will receive honor cords that symbolize their commitment to addressing tobacco use disorder and supporting recovery.
SOLE Spotlight: Preparing Your Course for Accessibility Requirements
The University recently adopted a Digital Accessibility Policy to provide guidelines for employees across the WVU System. Faculty play a key role in the effort to meet upcoming ADA Title II requirements and should plan to review their course materials for accessibility.
Summer Genetics Internship Program accepting applications until May 29
WVU School of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology will host its Summer Genetics Internship Program from June 22 to July 31. The six-week paid program is designed to provide individuals wishing to pursue a career in human genetics with hands-on experience in clinical genetics.
Final Zoom Phone training set for May 20
The University’s two-year project to move from outdated Cisco hardware to Zoom Phone is in the final stretch. To support Health Sciences Center employees, Information Technology Services has coordinated virtual training sessions and strongly encourages participation. The last training will be offered Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m.
WVU School of Nursing recognizes Dr. P. Joy Maramba for 28 years of service
Dr. P. Joy Maramba, DNP, RN, CNE, a nursing educator for nearly three decades, got her first taste of teaching earlier in her career than most.
the Pulse: May 11, 2026 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.
Three WVU nursing students compete on the national stage for cheer and dance
Three students from the WVU School of Nursing — Zara Atcheson, Rylie Berzinski, and Autumn Hurst — recently competed with their respective teams at the National Dance Alliance and National Cheerleaders Association Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship in Daytona Beach, Florida.