Announcements
University issues cold weather safety tips ahead of projected drop in temperatures
West Virginia will see bitterly cold weather beginning Sunday evening (Jan. 19) with temperatures dipping into the single digits or lower, and negative wind chill factors predicted in some areas into next week, according to the latest forecasts.
Chief medical officer for CDC’s National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey Health Sciences seminar postponed
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s chief medical officer for the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey will host a seminar titled, “NHANES: The Experience and the Impact,” at the WVU Health Sciences Center on Wednesday, Feb. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Room G119A and B.
WVU School of Nursing alum wins prestigious APP Rising Star Award
Brenna Lansden, APRN-CNP, IBCLC, a nurse practitioner at WVU Medicine Cheat Lake Physicians and WVU School of Nursing alum, has been named the Advanced Practice Providers (APP) Rising Star award winner for 2024. The honor recognizes her exceptional impact on patient care and her profession in just three years of advanced practice.
WVU in the News: First-time NCLEX pass rates soar for WVU Nursing students
Across all WVU School of Nursing campus locations, the 2024 graduates have earned an average 99% first-time pass rate on their National Council Licensure Examination - Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN), the nationwide licensing examination for registered nurses.
Coombs to retire following dedicated service to the WVU School of Dentistry
After nearly a decade of serving the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, Karen Coombs has announced her retirement from her role as director of development, effective Feb. 7.
Dentistry faculty member co-authors mental health research
Dr. R. Constance Wiener, a faculty member in the West Virginia University School of Dentistry, recently co-authored two publications focused on mental health.
Perrine selected for innovative leadership program
West Virginia University School of Dentistry Executive Dean for Education and Student Affairs Valerie Perrine, DDS, has been selected by the American Dental Education Association as one of 10 individuals to patriciate in the Bell Leadership Institute Achievers Program.
Experienced development officer joins WVU School of Dentistry
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry welcomed Dee O'Palko in the new year as director of development. O'Palko assumes the role from Karen Coombs who will provide transitional support until her retirement on Feb. 7.
Mindful Steps Part 2 begins Thursday, Jan. 23.
Mindful Steps Part 2 is a six-week intermediate class that expands on the topics of the intro Mindful Steps series. The class is on Thursdays from Jan. 23 to Feb. 27 from Noon to 1 p.m. on Zoom.
Women in Science Leadership Panel Canceled
In honor of International Day of Women & Girls in Science, the Women in Science and Health Committee is hosting a Women in Science Leadership Panel on Monday, Feb. 3, at 12 p.m. in the Hostler Auditorium in HSC-North.