Announcements
Project REACH at WVU provides oral cancer screenings at rural health fair
There is a well-documented shortage of oral health professionals across the United States, particularly in rural areas. In West Virginia, students enrolled in the West Virginia University School of Dentistry help combat access to care challenges by participating in outreach opportunities across the state.
Attend lecture on human experience
OLLI at WVU and the WVU Committee of Retired Faculty will host a virtual lecture by David Stewart titled “Swimming in the Fabric: Time, Space, Narrative, Memory, and the Gravity of Experience” at 2:30 p.m. on May 7, 2025, via Zoom.
New podcast episode: A mother's intuition
Information about the new Adjusting the Sails podcast episode featuring Parent Network Specialist Alyssa Flowers as she discusses trusting her intuition along her journey as an autism mom with her daughter.
WVU School of Nursing hosts 2025 Scholarship Luncheon
The WVU School of Nursing recently hosted a 2025 Scholarship Luncheon at the Erickson Alumni Center, inviting student scholarship recipients and donors to spend time with one another during an afternoon meal and presentation.
Alumni Association honors dedicated dental professionals
Five individuals were recognized today (April 25) for their dedication to the West Virginia University School of Dentistry and the dental profession during the annual Alumni Association Spring Reunion.
WVU School of Nursing to offer Expedited Summer Pathway, allowing BSN students to graduate early
The WVU School of Nursing will soon offer an Expedited Summer Pathway to Morgantown students accepted into the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. By completing courses for two summer semesters, the expedited pathway will allow students to graduate nine months early.
Endodontics researcher honored with prestigious award
In recognition of his contributions to endodontic research, Dr. Hamid Jafarzadeh Bakooei was recently honored with an award by the American Association of Endodontics at its annual meeting in Boston.
WVU dental students advocate for profession, oral healthcare on Capitol Hill
Joined by more than 1,200 dentists and dental students, members of the West Virginia University School of Dentistry visited Washington, D.C., for the 8th annual American Dental Association Dentist and Student Lobby Day.
WVU family nurse practitioner graduates celebrate 96% first-time pass rate
For the 2024 Family Nurse Practitioner Certification examinations, WVU School of Nursing graduates have received an overall 96% first-time pass rate. These graduates include the Master of Science in Nursing – FNP program, as well as the FNP Post-Graduate Certificate program.
WVU hosts ninth annual Rural Health Day to inspire future rural health professionals
More than 60 undergraduate students gathered at the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center on Saturday, April 5, for the ninth annual WVU Rural Health Day, an event designed to introduce aspiring health professionals to the opportunities and rewards of practicing in rural communities.