Announcements
Parents in Medicine Invites Families to Free Puppet Show and Pool Party
Families in the West Virginia University community are invited to an afternoon of food, puppets, magic, crafts,and swimming at a free, family friendly event hosted by Parents in Medicine. The event, which is open to families of learners, faculty and staff throughout the Health Sciences Center and WVU Medicine community, will take place Sunday, October 18, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Mylan Park Aquatic Center.
Sigma Alpha Rho to host presentations as part of Founder's Week
In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Alpha Rho Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau at WVU School of Nursing, a week full of events and activities are being hosted Oct. 19-23, 2026. The lineup includes two presentations, one by Dr. Lya Cartwright Strupe and one by Brad Davis.
Celebrate American Pharmacists Month with WVU student pharmacists
Each October, American Pharmacists Month, led by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), more than 700,000 pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and student pharmacists. To raise public awareness of the essential role pharmacists play in improving public health and patient care, the West Virginia University School of Pharmacy and its American Pharmacists Association–Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) chapter have planned a month of activities aimed at sharing valuable health information and advocating for the profession.
MODIFY Holiday Donation Drive returns to help former foster youth
Info about the annual MODIFY Holiday Donation Drive which benefits former foster youth of WV who are pursuing their educational goals.
WVU School of Nursing faculty recognized with two Chancellor’s Awards for service to West Virginia communities
WVU School of Nursing faculty were recognized Oct. 1 with two 2026 Chancellor’s Awards, including the Outstanding Achievement in Local or Regional Service Award and the Community Engaged Team Research Award.
Four faculty members join WVU School of Dentistry during Fall 2026
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry is pleased to welcome four full-time faculty members during the Fall 2026 semester. Each new faculty member brings valuable experience and will contribute to the School's academic and clinical mission.
Lewis County faith community nurse establishes a blend between healthcare and healing
Nursing takes more than just physical care and checkups. In Lewis County, Faith Community Nurse Monica Wolford provides the community with a healthy outlook on life and faith.
Keyser Campus to host LPN to BSN Virtual Open House on Nov. 12
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who are interested in earing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) are invited to attend a virtual open house session on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, to learn more.
Health Sciences Center announces first Employee of the Month recipients
The West Virginia Health Sciences Center has announced its first Employee of the Month recipients, recognizing employees who exemplify the Operation Blue Sky values of psychological safety, curiosity, and fun through exceptional support of students and contributions to a positive learning environment.
Family Virtual Speaker Series: Special Olympics West Virginia
Registration info for the October 22, 2026 Family Virtual Speaker Series about Special Olympics West Virginia with director Samantha Gardner.