Announcements
SOLE Spotlight: Preparing Your Course for Accessibility Requirements
The University recently adopted a Digital Accessibility Policy to provide guidelines for employees across the WVU System. Faculty play a key role in the effort to meet upcoming ADA Title II requirements and should plan to review their course materials for accessibility.
Summer Genetics Internship Program accepting applications until May 29
WVU School of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology will host its Summer Genetics Internship Program from June 22 to July 31. The six-week paid program is designed to provide individuals wishing to pursue a career in human genetics with hands-on experience in clinical genetics.
Reach Out & Read 5K brings health professions together
On April 25, WVU School of Pharmacy Kappa Psi Beta Eta hosted the annual Reach Out & Read 5K at the WVU Rec Center, bringing together 64 participants in support of early literacy.
Prospective dental students invited to learn about WVU at GoDental Virtual Fair
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry will participate in the upcoming American Dental Education Association (ADEA) GoDental Virtual Fair Wednesday, May 20, from 2-5 p.m. EST.
Final Zoom Phone training set for May 20
The University’s two-year project to move from outdated Cisco hardware to Zoom Phone is in the final stretch. To support Health Sciences Center employees, Information Technology Services has coordinated virtual training sessions and strongly encourages participation. The last training will be offered Wednesday, May 20 at 10 a.m.
WVU School of Nursing recognizes Dr. P. Joy Maramba for 28 years of service
Dr. P. Joy Maramba, DNP, RN, CNE, a nursing educator for nearly three decades, got her first taste of teaching earlier in her career than most.
Virtual Speaker Series: Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Healthcare
Registration info for the June 23, 2026 Virtual Speaker Series webinar featuring Tina Crook from the Paths for Parents and Family to Family programs discussing transitioning from pediatric to adult healthcare.
Three WVU nursing students compete on the national stage for cheer and dance
Three students from the WVU School of Nursing — Zara Atcheson, Rylie Berzinski, and Autumn Hurst — recently competed with their respective teams at the National Dance Alliance and National Cheerleaders Association Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Donors, nursing scholarship recipients recognized during 2026 Scholarship Luncheon
The WVU School of Nursing recently hosted the 2026 Scholarship Luncheon at the Erickson Alumni Center, inviting student scholarship recipients and donors to spend time with one another during an afternoon meal and presentation.
A Career Dedicated to Nursing Education: Dr. April Shapiro celebrates retirement as Keyser Campus Chair
Although nursing was not part of her original plan, Dr. April Shapiro has built a legacy in the profession through her dedication to lifelong learning and her passion for inspiring the next generation of nurses.