Announcements
WV Prevention Research Center partners with Save the Children and WVU CED, implements recovery program to support flood victims
WVPRC partnered with Save the Children and the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities to bring the disaster-tested Journey of Hope program to West Virginia. The signature program, which was developed by Save the Children in 2007 after Hurricane Katrina, is now helping flood-affected children build resiliency, identify and cope with their feelings, and strengthen their social support networks.
MEET THE GRADS: A love of science and medical research inspired a career in medicine
Hurdles and challenges are inevitable on any successful path. To Whitney Sheets, they proved to be strategic in developing her love of science and medicine. Growing up in Ravenswood, West Virginia, the educational resources were not readily available to help Whitney foster an interest in scientific achievement.
MEET THE GRADS: Early injuries lead a talented soccer player to WVU's exercise physiology program
An injury can be a guiding sign in disguise. At least that was the case for Carly Black. A native of Horsham, Pennsylvania, and a senior in West Virginia University’s exercise physiology program, Carly tore both anterior cruciate ligaments (ACL) in her knees at a young age. It was then that she recognized a passion for the field of exercise physiology.
MEET THE GRADS: Small town West Virginia student's passion leads to medicine
Darrin Nichols was meant to be a doctor. With a penchant for community service and a passion for human anatomy and biology, he found in medicine the career path that perfectly complements his interests and future aspirations.
2017 Research Day at the WVU/CAMC Charleston Campus winners announced
Research Day at the WVU/CAMC campus in Charleston on Thursday, April 18 featured oral and poster presentations by residents, medical students, nursing students and other healthcare students from research that has been conducted on a WVU/CAMC Charleston Division campus.
WVU Alumni Spotlight | The First Graduate
In celebration of the 70th anniversary of West Virginia University's Medical Laboratory Science Program, this month's spotlight features Jean Brand Teter, the program's first graduate.
Week-long course offered highlighting holistic approach to wellness
Foundations of Wellness (SBHS 630, CRN 52244) is an intensive, week-long course designed to give students a retreat-like, experiential learning opportunity. The course combines readings, mindfulness exercises, in-class lectures, discussions, group learning activities, and more to bolster overall understanding of wellness.
Give it Up For Good - Donate to the Blue & Gold Mine Sale
WVU's Blue & Gold Mine Sale to be held Sat., May 13 at Milan Puskar Stadium. Faculty, staff and students may donate items beginning May 1.
WVU’s Linda S. Nield, M.D. named Pediatrician of the Year
Linda S. Nield, M.D., assistant dean for admissions and professor of medical education and pediatrics at West Virginia University’s School of Medicine has been named “Pediatrician of the Year” by the West Virginia chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Under the Dome: WVU Legislative Update
Under the Dome is an update on actions and activities of the West Virginia Legislature, provided during the regular legislative session, interim sessions and special sessions for West Virginia University faculty and staff by WVU’s Office of State and Local Relations.