Announcements
WVU researcher examines interstate characteristics associated with self-injury mortality
West Virginia leads the nation in overdose deaths, but distinguishing intentional overdoses from accidental ones is far from straightforward. To shed light on the matter, Ian Rockett—a professor emeritus of the West Virginia University School of Public Health’s Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics—led a national study to examine interstate characteristics associated with high rates of self-injury mortality.
Women’s Resource Center to host ‘Abortion in West Virginia: Realities, Laws and Impact’ panel
While new abortion bills have been introduced during West Virginia’s 2022 legislative session and abortion cases continue to be considered in the Supreme Court, the WVU Women’s Resource Center will host a timely discussion on the topic.
Dining Services and Collegiate Recovery to hold events for Eating Disorders Awareness Month
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week is Feb. 21-27, a yearly event dedicated to spreading the message of hope and building awareness around eating disorders. WVU Dining Services and WVU Collegiate Recovery are partnering to offer help and support through a series of events.
Last day to apply for WVU faculty awards in teaching, research and service is next week (2/15)
The WVU Office of the Provost invites WVU faculty members to apply for the Spring 2022 WVU faculty awards. Highlights of the process changes include one common deadline date of Feb. 15, shorter applications and the use of Digital Measures to upload all application materials.
WVU Cancer Institute welcomes Dr. Robert Winn for 2022 Laurence and Jean DeLynn Lecture
The WVU Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome the 2022 Laurence and Jean DeLynn Lecture series speaker, Dr. Robert Winn.
New security setting to be implemented Feb. 14
Starting Monday, Feb. 14, all University-owned devices will begin to display a one-paragraph security statement to remind users of the Acceptable Use Policy and advise that any illegal, improper or unauthorized activity may result in disciplinary action. This will appear each time you log into a WVU-owned or -managed machine, after each reboot, and when you use Remote Desktop Access.
Women at Work podcast listening event
Please join us for our next virtual Women at Work podcast listening event sponsored by the Office of Research and Graduate Education and WVCTSI Females Advancing Clinical & Translational Science (FACTS) on Feb. 15, 2022 at 4:00 - 4:50 p.m.
WVU employees to receive invitation, link for training module
At West Virginia University, we are guided by our Mountaineer Values of service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation. As part of efforts to promote a positive and inclusive culture, all faculty and staff will receive an email invitation and link to complete an online training module titled “Harassment & Discrimination Prevention & Meridians.”
WVU to hold fifth Day of Giving March 9
West Virginia University alumni, friends and students are invited to come together March 9 in support of the University’s fifth Day of Giving. The 24-hour online fundraising event, organized by the WVU Foundation, has benefited many top priorities, including life-changing scholarships, groundbreaking research and lasting improvements to campus.
10th Annual Gamma Mu Student Poster Competition
The Gamma Mu Chapter of Delta Omega at West Virginia University’s School of Public Health invites all undergrad and masters/PhD students to participate in the 10th Annual Gamma Mu Student Poster Competition on March 25, 2022.