Announcements
Campbell honored by Society of Academic Urologists for advancing education
The Society of Academic Urologists, the premier organization for urological clinician educators, has honored Steven Campbell, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the West Virginia University School of Medicine Department of Urology, their inaugural Faculty Educator Award.
BeWell's newest wellness event celebrates gratitude
BeWell will host a wellness event, Harvesting Wellness Through Gratitude, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in the Health Sciences Center Pylons Commons.
Dental fraternity welcomes new members at WVU
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry recently hosted a ceremony to welcome new members to the Chi Chi Chapter of Delta Sigma Delta, marking the induction of 27 students who are members of the Doctor of Dental Surgery Class of 2029.
Long-time Keyser Campus donor supports ambassador program
Elizabeth “Lib” Dickson, a long-time supporter of the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus, is once again making an impact for current and prospective nursing students. Dickson’s generous $10,000 gift is supporting scholarships for the Keyser Campus Ambassador Program. The program, established in Fall 2022, provides scholarships to student ambassadors selected to represent the school during recruitment events and campus visits.
Registration now open for Spring 2026 Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course
Registration is now open for the WVU School of Nursing's Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course for Spring 2026. The course, offered entirely online, will begin mid-February and run for eight weeks.
Rural Health Interest Group hosting food drive through Nov. 12
The West Virginia University Health Sciences Rural Health Interest Group is hosting a food drive through Nov. 12 to benefit the North Preston Food Pantry in Bruceton Mills.
Elswick to be honored at investiture ceremony
The West Virginia University Health Sciences family is invited to join the School of Medicine in honoring Daniel E. Elswick, M.D., as the Dana L. and Peggy M. Farnsworth Chair in Education Psychiatry.
WVU in the News: Five years later: COVID-19 Pandemic's lasting impact on West Virginia health care
Five years after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, health care experts in West Virginia are reflecting on the significant challenges they faced and the crucial lessons learned during that period.
Department of Orthopaedics emerges as a leader in national clinical trial to advance patient care
The West Virginia University Department of Orthopaedics recently announced that it received recognition for enrolling more than 1,100 patients over six years into a nationwide study aimed at investigating an evidence-based approach to preventing pulmonary embolisms—a potentially life-threatening complication following surgery.
WVU SoP alumnus achieves prestigious honor and other highlights from the 2025 ACCP Annual Meeting
Pharmacists from across the country gathered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, last month for the 2025 American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) Annual Meeting, held October 18–21. It was a busy and exciting time for the West Virginia University School of Pharmacy, with faculty and alumni making meaningful contributions throughout the event.