Announcements
RUSH program inspires interest in rural healthcare for nursing student
As a WVU School of Nursing student, O’Neal learned about Rural Undergraduate Shadowing in Healthcare (RUSH), an experience designed to provide participants with insight into what it is like to practice a health profession in rural West Virginia.
WVU provides updates on transformation initiatives
Efforts to reposition West Virginia University for the future continue through a “First Principles” approach President Gordon Gee outlined in his State of the University address this spring, one focused on students, the University’s land-grant mission and differentiation.
Reminder of surplus and computer transfer procedures
In order to properly document computer items that need to be sent to surplus or transferred to other users, please make an appointment with the HSC Help Desk.
WVU in the News: WVU Researchers Find Burnout Among Faith Leaders
In a recent study, WVU researchers looked at burnout among community faith leaders. Appalachia Health News Reporter, Emily Rice, sat down with Angel Smothers, associate dean for community engagement, and clinical associate professor at the WVU School of Nursing, to discuss the study’s findings.
WVU Medicine privacy and security reminder
One of the most common causes of a breach of patient information at WVU Medicine involves paper. Improper storage, disposal and or distribution to the wrong individual can result in breach of personal information.
Barbier appointed Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology chair
The West Virginia University School of Medicine has named Mariette Barbier, Ph.D., as chair of the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Cell Biology, effective July 1.
The Conversation: Processing and grieving an ongoing loss
Processing and grieving an ongoing loss – such as a child with a devastating injury or disability – does not fit neatly into traditional models of grief. Dr. Brad Phillips discusses his research around ambiguous loss or loss without closure.
the Pulse: June 26, 2023 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.
WVU Cancer Institute summer undergraduate research program welcomes 4 interns to Morgantown campus
Four interns from colleges and universities across the country are on West Virginia University’s Health Sciences Campus this summer to explore causes and potential treatments of cancer through the WVU Cancer Institute Summer Undergraduate Research Program.
Senior nursing student in recovery hopes to improve care for veterans with SUD
As part of her capstone, Holly Perkins has connected with veterans to share her own story of substance use disorder. She has provided facts around SUD to dispel myths and encouraged people to feel safe and supported in asking for help when they are struggling. She has also compiled a resources list with treatment locations, meeting times, contact information, and steps on how to get started.