Announcements
WVU School of Nursing faculty member advances student success through innovation, mentorship
From simulation labs to leadership practicums, Heather Dignan is helping prepare the next generation of nurses through hands-on learning, mentorship and a commitment to student success at the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus.
WVU Occupational Therapy Programs to host virtual information session
The WVU Division of Occupational Therapy invites prospective students to learn more about their programs at a virtual information session on September 22 at 5 p.m. via Zoom.
Register for Simulation Week Sept. 14-18
STEPS is offering a series of informational sessions and an opportunity to recognize excellence in simulation education.
Charissa Pacella, M.D., named chair of WVU's Department of Emergency Medicine
Following a national search, West Virginia University School of Medicine leadership announced that Charissa Pacella, M.D., will serve as the new chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine, effective Jan. 11, 2027.
Operation Blue Sky hosting a week of events to recharge this semester
West Virginia University’s Operation Blue Sky has several events scheduled in September to celebrate Purpose Week.
Cisco Phone service, including Jabber, to be retired Sept. 15
The two-year project to move the University's phone service from outdated Cisco hardware to Zoom Phone is nearly complete. Migrations are complete for the main campus and regional campuses, and the Health Sciences campus migration is substantially complete.
WVU Heart and Vascular Institute marks 10 years of innovation, excellence, and impact in cardiovascular care
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A decade ago, the WVU Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI) was founded on the belief that where a person lives should never determine a person’s ability to receive the highest level of cardiovascular care. That belief continues to guide its mission today.
the Pulse: August 31, 2026 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.
WVU nursing senior supports research for Harrison County health and wellness project
As part of his capstone, a WVU School of Nursing student assisted with research for a health and wellness project that could benefit Harrison County residents.
Annual HSC fire alarm test scheduled for Friday, Sept. 4
A fire alarm test for the Health Sciences Campus – HSC South, HSC North, HSC addition and Erma Byrd Biomedical Research Facility – will take place from 5 to 7 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 4.