Announcements
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry virtual open house for prospective residents Feb. 3
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the Council on Pre-Doctoral Education will host its inaugural Virtual Open House for prospective pediatric dentistry residents Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m. via Zoom.
Nominations for Travis Stimeling Awards for Mentoring Undergraduates in Research open until Jan. 18
The Travis Stimeling Award for Mentoring Undergraduates in Research is designed to recognize and honor graduate and faculty members who demonstrate excellence in mentoring undergraduate researchers. Nominations are open through Jan. 18, 2026.
Ease winter blues with 'Mindful Steps to Seasonal Change' workshop
Join this interactive workshop to explore how mindfulness can alleviate the psychological and physiological challenges that often arise during the long winter months, fostering a steadier and more compassionate approach to daily life.
Join the FSAP Support Squad Book Club – Cozy Crafters Relaxed Reading Edition
Are you looking for a space to unwind, be creative, and nurture your well-being? Come join WVU Faculty Staff Assistance Program’s next book club offering where we combine hands-on creativity with mindful listening.
Celebrating 15 years of the WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health and 25 years of WV AHEC
Since 2011 and 2001, the WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health and WV AHEC have partnered with West Virginia’s dedicated healthcare providers, visionary legislators, and our WVU colleagues to strengthen the heartbeat of our rural communities.
Order of Vandalia nominations open
The University’s highest service honor is presented each year to individuals who have provided extraordinary service to WVU, either as a supporter and/or as a faculty or staff member. Submit nominations before Jan. 30, 2026.
News & Notes: January 6, 2026
Read the latest edition of News & Notes, the WVU School of Dentistry's internal e-newsletter.
Health Sciences Career Closet taking donations beginning Jan. 5
The West Virginia University Health Sciences Student Career Center is excited to announce the Health Sciences Career Closet, designed to help students look and feel their best as they prepare for interviews, presentations, and professional experiences.
Inside healthcare leadership development: Senior HR leaders join School of Public Health Administrative Grand Rounds
West Virginia University School of Public Health Master of Health Administration program and the WVU Graduate Chapter of Upsilon Phi Delta will host a virtual Administrative Grand Rounds titled “Proactively Managing Your Development as Healthcare Leaders” on Friday, January 16, 2026, from noon to 1:30 p.m. ET.
Many WVU services may be briefly inaccessible Jan. 4 during quarterly security update
Faculty, staff and students on all campuses may be unable to log into many important services requiring WVU Login credentials 6 a.m.-noon Sunday, Jan. 4 during quarterly security patching to the single sign-on system.