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September 14, 2022 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for September 14, 2022.
WVU Health Sciences students experience 'real life' learning with patient simulation actors
In an increasingly digital world, the Standardized Patient Program at West Virginia University provides students with an understanding of something technology can’t replicate – the human experience.
September 13, 2022 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for September 13, 2022.
WVU School of Nursing senior shares how 4-H led her to nursing school
Carley LaPole, a WVU School of Nursing senior, recently shared her experience volunteering as a Camp Nurse-In-Training at Tri-County Intermediate 4-H Camp, which was held June 20-24 in Hedgesville, West Virginia. She shares how 4-H and her nursing curriculum have helped prepare her to make a difference.
Simulation Certificate Program to be offered Oct. 12-14
The WVU School of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Information in collaboration with the David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS) will offer the Simulation Certificate Program Oct. 12-14 for instructors with interest in quality teaching with simulation.
September 12, 2022 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for September 12, 2022.
WVU School of Nursing ranks in top 100 undergraduate nursing programs by U.S. News & World Report
In rankings released Sept. 12, the U.S. News & World Report named WVU School of Nursing’s undergraduate nursing program one of the top 100 in the nation.
WVU in the News: WVU continues to expand nurse training options statewide
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – In Morgantown, 60 nursing students begin the quest for a professional degree with the pledge ceremony. Dean of the West Virginia School of Nursing, Tara Hulsey said during the ceremony students formally commit to honesty, confidentiality and professionalism.
WVU in the News: Her son was addicted to heroin and died by suicide. He’s not alone.
Dr. Ian Rockett, a professor emeritus and epidemiologist in the West Virginia University School of Public Health, has spent much of his career working on suicide classification. In an article for "The Seattle Times" on suicide and drug addiction, he said there’s no big outcry for better data on drug-related suicides, in part because of the shame and rejection that are often tied to suicide and addiction.
State-of-the-art simulation facility provides surgical training opportunities for WVU students, physicians
A new operating room at West Virginia University is providing an interactive educational experience to learners of all skill levels – from medical students to surgical faculty.