Announcements
WVU School of Medicine Health Professions faculty members assume new leadership roles
The West Virginia University School of Medicine Health Professions has announced three faculty leadership appointments that will help guide the school's academic and research priorities, while supporting continued excellence in student education.
Mark you calendar for HSC’s Got Talent on September 24
Do you have a secret skill that deserves the spotlight? The Health Sciences Talent Show is your chance to share your passion, represent your team and enjoy quality time with fellow faculty, staff and students.
July is Disability Pride Month
Information and resources regarding Disability Pride Month.
Ceremony recognizes teaching scholars’ achievements
School of Public Health Assistant Professor Anthony Peluso was among the graduates of the 2022–2024 and 2024–2026 Longitudinal Teaching Scholars Program cohorts that were recognized for their achievements during Teaching Scholars Day June 22 at West Virginia University Health Sciences Center.
WVU in the News: WVU School of Nursing BSN program earns Program of Excellence distinction
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the West Virginia University School of Nursing has been named a WVU Board of Governors Program of Excellence. The recognition is the first for the BSN program and includes all undergraduate nursing pathways at WVU, including the traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN to BSN and LPN to BSN programs.
WVU School of Dentistry announces faculty promotions
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry recently awarded Dami Kim, DDS, Elizabeth Southern Puette, MSDH, and Kim Zaremba-Rabatin, DMD, promotions in rank in recognition of their accomplishments and contributions to the mission of the School. Their promotions were effective July 1.
Simmons elected president of West Virginia Health Information Management Association
Ashley Simmons, MBA, an associate professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine’s Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) program, has been elected as the West Virginia Health Information Management Association’s (WVHIMA) president for 2026-2027.
WVU School of Dentistry to host pathologists for fall meeting
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry will host the Eastern Society of Teachers of Oral Pathology (ESTOP) Annual Meeting this fall in Morgantown. Scheduled for October 2-4, 2026, the continuing education opportunity will take place at Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place and is open to all oral and general pathologists, dental professionals, and dental residents and students.
Health Sciences Communications and Marketing announces new intake process
The West Virginia University Health Sciences Communications and Marketing team recently established a new project intake process for Health Sciences and School of Medicine announcements and marketing collateral. The new process will make it easier for groups to request communications assistance by streamlining the amount of request forms for various marketing pieces.
Longitudinal Teaching Scholars Program now accepting applications
Health professions faculty, residents, fellows, clinical preceptors, program directors, and educational leaders who are passionate about advancing their teaching and educational leadership skills are invited to apply for the 2026-2028 cohort of the Longitudinal Teaching Scholars Program.