Announcements
WVU Nursing LPN to BSN program updates GPA requirements, extends application deadline
Licensed practical nurses interested in pursuing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN to BSN) at the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus now have expanded access to the program. To better meet prospective student needs, the GPA requirements for previous college work have been updated to 2.5. The program has also extended the application deadline to May 15.
WVU researchers use AI to predict, detect Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at West Virginia University have identified a set of diagnostic metabolic biomarkers that can help them develop artificial intelligence tools to detect Alzheimer’s disease in its early stages, as well as determine risk factors and treatment interventions.
Dental school alumni association spring weekend set for April 18 and 19
Registration is open for the WVU School of Dentistry Alumni Association spring weekend set for April 19.
WVU dental students to present at oral medicine conference
Oral health professionals will be introduced to West Virginia University School of Dentistry research and reviews at the upcoming American Academy of Oral Medicine (AAOM) conference.
Remote access to apps currently requiring use of HSC VDI will change in the coming months
Between now and Oct. 1, ITS will begin transitioning remote access to certain Health Sciences applications from the current HSC VDI (also called HS View) to new tools that will ensure continued, secure access to the data and services you need.
WVU School of Dentistry celebrates 30 years of Rural Health Program
Students in the West Virginia University School of Dentistry are learning to be service-oriented practitioners while discovering solutions that reduce oral health disparities in West Virginia. Hands-on experiences such as those in the School’s Rural Rotation, which recently celebrated 30 years of outreach, are not only beneficial for students learning about rural practice, but also the patients they serve.
WVU in the News: Second by second, the exact effect of vaping compared to cigarettes on the body after every puff
Mark Olfert, professor in the WVU School of Medicine, talks with the Daily Mail about how nicotine affects the body, no matter the source.
Discussion panel to explore heart health and health disparities
A Heart Health and Black History Month discussion panel will take place Monday, Feb. 26, from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Mountainlair Gluck Theater. All members of the WVU and local communities are welcome.
Nursing DNP project prepares teens for independent care
When Elizabeth Minchau first started working as a nurse practitioner at the West Virginia University Student Health clinic, she noticed a concerning trend—many of the new college students didn’t know how to manage their health independently. Minchau, now a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) graduate at the WVU School of Nursing, sought to fix this issue.
Harris to address American Medical Association student organization
Patrice A. Harris, M.D., a West Virginia University School of Medicine alumna, will address the American Medical Association Medical Student Section on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 4:30 p.m. in Erma Byrd 201.