Announcements
WVU graduate to make impact in the U.S. Army through public health
WVU School of Public Health graduate and enlisted U.S. Army soldier Katharine Swesey plans to use her public health knowledge in a place beyond the traditional setting–she’ll be using it in the U.S. Army.
WVU in the News: Physician's assistant shortage in West Virginia highlights critical need for health care workforce solutions
Numerous areas in the medical field have been dealing with staff shortages in recent years. This includes physician’s assistants, who play a critical role in the health care industry.
WV STEPS earns dual accreditation for excellence in human simulation education
The WV STEPS David and JoAnn Shaw Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety Center at West Virginia University has received dual accreditation from two of the most respected organizations in the field of simulation-based healthcare education.
Graduate course for Summer 2025: Public Mental Health (PUBH 658)
Public Mental Health (PUBH 658) is an online course available to graduate students. No prerequisites, restrictions or instructor permission are required.
Undergraduate course for Summer 2025: Public Mental Health (PUBH 458)
Public Mental Health (PUBH 458) is an online course open to undergraduate students. There are no prerequisites, restrictions or special permissions required to enroll.
WVU School of Public Health honors excellence and community partnerships at Year-end Celebration
West Virginia University School of Public Health students, faculty and staff joined together on the morning of Thursday, May 1, to honor outstanding achievements during the school’s annual Year-end Celebration.
WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute Chair Dr. Ali Rezai receives prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor
West Virginia University today announced that Ali Rezai, M.D., executive chair of the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI), has received the 2025 Ellis Island Medal of Honor.
First-generation public health graduate passionate for healthy food access in West Virginia
First-generation graduate Connor Stricklen is one step closer to his long-term career goal: creating a nonprofit organization to improve access to healthy food in West Virginia.
Share your story with the WVU CED and help us make a difference!
The WVU CED is seeking stories from individuals with disabilities, families, students and professionals about their experiences with the CED. These stories will help show the impact of CED services and why continued investment in services for people with disabilities is essential.
WVU in the News: Community service projects flourish across North Central West Virginia through United Way and WVU student initiatives
WV News speaks with Maya Carter, president of the Student Association of Public Health, about the organization's commuity service projects, including the recent kickball tournament held to raise money for local community partner, the Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center, for their "Build the Bounce" campaign.