Announcements
Virtual mindfulness series scheduled to begin Feb. 9
Do you already have a mindfulness practice? Would you like to expand your knowledge? In Mindful Steps Part 2, participants will delve deeper into practices related to interoception, compassion, inner yoga, adaptability, gratitude, and resilience.
Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: Residents Dr. Dietze and Dr. Lee to give presentations
This week's Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences grand rounds will include presentations from two fourth-year residents.
WVU Master of Health Administration program to host expert panel with healthcare leaders
The WVU School of Public Health's Master of Health Administration program will host a virtual Administrative Grand Rounds on Friday, January 13 at noon.
New minor in molecular medicine offers students lab-based research, hands-on learning opportunities
Beginning in Fall 2023, students can earn a minor in molecular medicine from the School of Medicine. The minor helps prepare students for postgraduate study and career opportunities in the biomedical and health sciences fields.
WVU Hospitals Medical Group Practices recognized as Patient-Centered Medical Homes
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has announced that the Medical Group Practices at both the WVU Medicine Physician Office Center and the WVU Medicine University Town Centre has maintained NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition. These practices have been recognized multiple times since their initial certification in 2017.
Eastern Campus welcomes new student services manager Tonya Armstrong
Tonya Armstrong joined the West Virginia University School of Medicine Eastern Campus as the student services manager in November 2022.
Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: Retina fellows to give presentations
This week's Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences grand rounds will include presentations from both of the Department's retina fellows.
WVU Department of Urology announces partnership to benefit first-generation students
Undergraduate students who identify as first-generation, underrepresented minorities who hope to pursue careers in medicine are eligible to apply to a new mentoring program offered by the West Virginia University Department of Urology and the Mid-Atlantic American Urological Association’s Pre-Medicine Enrichment Program.
WVU to close Dec. 30
The closure decision follows Gov. Jim Justice’s signing of two proclamations last week declaring additional half-day state holidays on Friday, Dec. 23, and Friday, Dec. 30.
‘Community of Giving’ pop-up shop to offer regifting option after the holidays
After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season settles, many people find that they’ve received duplicate gifts or items they can’t utilize. Passing it on to another person is a great way to recycle a gift. The WVU Health Sciences Community of Giving pop-up shop will provide an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to regift items after the holiday season.