Announcements
MAVERICK answers the call of service at Scouting America’s National Jamboree
You never know when you might be called upon to step up and serve, and when MAVERICK, the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s (WVCTSI) mobile clinical trials unit, got the call to assist at the Scouting America National Jamboree in Fayette County, the operating team quickly moved into action.
WVU in the News: No One to Call
The trouble struck suddenly. Kimberly Stump was getting ready for work one morning last February when she passed out in the shower.
WVU Occupational Therapy faculty member honored with emeritus status, scholarship established in her name
Longtime West Virginia University School of Medicine Occupational Therapy faculty member Amanda Acord-Vira, EdD, OTR/L, CBIS, FAOTA, celebrated her newly earned professor emeritus status by announcing the establishment of a scholarship fund created in her name by her friend and colleague, Nichole Trump.
Keyser Campus nursing students use VR to assist in training
When students in the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus program start classes this fall, they will be aided and assisted by the latest technology that will allow them to explore human anatomy with a view from the inside out.
Interprofessional team at WVU develops oral health integration for community outreach
A new initiative, MUSHROOM – Oral Health Integration, is expanding on the longstanding MUSHROOM community outreach project and providing additional opportunities for students to build on classroom curriculum while serving vulnerable populations.
WVU to help welcome and engage thousands of Scouts during National Jamboree in Fayette County
As Scouting America’s National Jamboree opens in Fayette County, West Virginia University students, faculty, and staff are providing experiences and support to the thousands of Scouts who will learn and grow over 10 days in the Mountain State.
Medical Laboratory Science students participate in simulation lab
Students in the Medical Laboratory Science program at the WVU School of Medicine stepped into the role of laboratory professionals during a hands-on simulation lab designed to prepare them for clinical practice.
WVU School of Nursing to expand LPN to BSN program to Beckley Campus at WVU Tech
The WVU School of Nursing is expanding its innovative Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN to BSN) program to its Beckley Campus, located at WVU Tech.
Respiratory Therapy students accomplish perfect pass rate on national certifying exam
The Respiratory Therapy Class of 2026 at the West Virginia University School of Medicine achieved a 100% high-cut pass rate on the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) examination.
WVU School of Dentistry welcomes new advanced education residents
Ten new residents arrived at the West Virginia University School of Dentistry in July to begin specialized training.