Announcements
GRA funded positions available for students interested in health policy
The Bridge Initiative for Science and Technology Policy, Leadership, and Communications is seeking students with specific interest in rural health policy for GRA funded positions, starting Summer 2023.
Students invited to School of Public Health's "Figure It Out Friday" on March 24
“Figure It Out Friday” is a recurring series of 30-60-minute Zoom conversations for public health students at West Virginia University. This month's event will feature a presentation from WVU School of Public Health alum, Joe Klass. Klass is currently working as the Chief of Operations for the Threat Preparedness Program at the Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD).
MUSHROOM fundraiser provides support for street rounds program
To support their efforts, MUSHROOM is selling apparel to fundraise for supplies needed for street rounds. The online order form is available through March 5.
Support SAPH by Ordering Limited Edition SPH Apparel
The Student Association of Public Health (SAPH) is currently hosting a School of Public Health apparel fundraiser! Items available to purchase include t-shirts, quarter zips, hoodies, fleece jackets and embroidered hats. Each item (with the exception of the quarter zip and fleece jacket) has an exclusive front and back design that can only be found in our online storefront. All proceeds from the apparel fundraiser will directly benefit SAPH, which is a student-led organization of future public health professionals dedicated to promoting public health issues at WVU and beyond. Visit the apparel website to access the online storefront and place your order before the sale ends on Sunday, March 12. Please note: Purchased items will not be shipped until early April. Additionally, all purchased items will be sent directly to the mailing address you provide at the time your order is placed. Contact Bradlee Cain with questions.
Travel Medicine Clinic provides health safeguards
As the West Virginia University community gears up for Spring Break, the Travel Medicine Clinic has launched a new website to provide information about medical services that can safeguard health when preparing for travel.
Second Annual Virtual Public Health Career Expo to be held on March 23
In an effort to recognize and celebrate the importance of the public health workforce in and around our community, the West Virginia University School of Public Health will be hosting its second annual Virtual Public Health Career Expo.
Vote for WVU specialties on the U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals rankings list
Board-certified physicians in one of the 15 adult and 11 pediatric specialties ranked by U.S. News & World Report and who are registered as Doximity users are eligible to vote for the 2022–2023 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings.
Save the dates: School of Public Health to celebrate National Public Health Week (April 3-9)
In conjunction with National Public Health Week (April 3-9), the West Virginia University School of Public Health will host several events throughout the week to help recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation's health.
Save the date: Virtual Administrative Grand Rounds, Friday, April 14 at noon
The WVU School of Public Health Master of Health Administration program will host a virtual Administrative Grand Rounds on Friday, April 14, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. ET.
WVU Health Sciences community showcases research during Van Liere Research Conference
The West Virginia University Health Sciences community recently had the opportunity to showcase their work during the 2023 Van Liere Research Conference.