Announcements
Research funding: “Sedentary Behavior and Cardiovascular Health in Young Women”
Bethany Barone Gibbs, chair of the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics in the West Virginia University School of Public Health, has received notification of continued funding for the research project “Sedentary Behavior and Cardiovascular Health in Young Women.”
WVU Nurse Anesthetist program to increase class size to meet growing provider needs
The WVU School of Nursing’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Nurse Anesthetist program recently received approval to increase its class size by five students, increasing the capacity of each cohort from 15 to 20.
WVU study explores AI’s role in training tomorrow’s psychiatrists
As the use of artificial intelligence for mental health conditions grows for both patients seeking support and psychiatrists treating them, West Virginia University researchers put ChatGPT-5 Pro to the test to determine its abilities on the psychiatry educational front.
Faith community nurse brings grief support to Kentucky community
A grief support group for mothers who have lost children, or for those in the community seeking support, has been organized by a faith community nurse in Boyd County, Kentucky.
WVU in the News: WVU Medicine to make “transformative contribution” to health services in Monongalia County
On Tuesday, July 28, Albert Wright, president and CEO of the West Virginia University Health System, stood before the Monongalia County Commission to announce a $9 million contribution in support of public health initiatives administered through the health department and other county programs.
Newest WVU medical students wrap up orientation, start studies with sturdy footing
The West Virginia University School of Medicine Medical Degree Program recently welcomed the newest class of medical students in late July for orientation and a kick start to their studies and future success.
WVU Foundation elects 3 new board members
The West Virginia University Foundation welcomed three dedicated Mountaineers to its Board of Directors following recent elections. The new board members include Dr. James “Jim” Anderson, a 1986 graduate of the WVU School of Dentistry.
Public health student researcher showcases work at Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium
Kendall Souder, West Virginia University School of Public Health accelerated bachelor’s to master’s student, presented at 19th annual Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
Martha Sturms to retire after decades of service to the WVU School of Dentistry
For generations of students, faculty, and staff at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, Martha Sturms has been a steady presence, trusted resource, and strong advocate. After nearly 40 years of dedicated service to the School, she will retire at the end of August.
Cardiovascular health in pregnancy to be focus of next West Virginia University and Johns Hopkins Rural Health Convos virtual session
Collaboration continues between WVU School of Public Health and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health as their Rural Health Initiative series resumes with the Rural Health Convos: From Pregnancy to Practice—Infrastructure for Rural Health Research virtual discussion on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. via Zoom.