Announcements
Occupational Therapy doctoral students present capstone projects
May 2026 graduates of the WVU School of Medicine’s Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) program presented their capstone projects, marking the culmination of their 14-week projects in a specialized area of occupational therapy.
Participants needed for study on puberty, stress, and behavior in children with autism
WVU researches at the CED are conducting a study on West Virginia youth ages 7-13 who have autism spectrum disorder. The study explores the relationship between stress, puberty, and behavior.
Experienced hygienist joins WVU School of Dentistry faculty
Following two decades of serving patients in dental clinics, the West Virginia University School of Dentistry welcomed Alyson Sarsfield as a full-time faculty member during the Spring 2026 semester.
Work in Pylons Lobby restricts access to Okey Patteson on May 6
Scaffolding will be constructed in the Pylons Lobby for work to the wall over the main entrance to the Okey Patteson auditorium and William A. Neal Museum of the Health Sciences on Wednesday, May 6.
Graduate course for Summer 2026: Public Mental Health (PUBH 658)
Public Mental Health (PUBH 658) is an online course available to graduate students. No prerequisites or instructor permission are required. This 3-credit hour course offered by the WVU School of Public Health explores the principles and methods of general epidemiology with an emphasis on their application to mental disorders.
Undergraduate course for Summer 2026: Public Mental Health (PUBH 458)
Public Mental Health (PUBH 458) is an online course open to all undergraduate students. This 3-credit hour course offered by the WVU School of Public Health introduces students to the core principles of epidemiology, with a focus on their application to mental health.
2026 West Virginia SEED Symposium accepting abstracts until May 31
The 2026 West Virginia SEED Symposium: Students as Emerging Educators Developing their Identities will be held Monday, June 22, 2026 at the West Virginia University Health Sciences Center in Morgantown.
HSC faculty and students recognized at annual IPE Award Luncheon
West Virginia University Health Sciences concluded its 2026 Interprofessional Education (IPE) Month with an awards luncheon recognizing the often quiet, behind-the-scenes work of this year’s IPE champions.
Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine Graduate Students Recognized for their Outstanding Achievements
Congratulations to Brooke Brothers and Sarah Starcovic, Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (BMM) graduate students, for being recognized for their leadership and outreach.
Marking year one: Teaching Scholars continue their journey
The WVU Health Sciences Center is pleased to recognize the completion of the first year of the Longitudinal Teaching Scholars Program for the 2025–2027 cohort. This year’s cohort included 25 participants from across the health professions; all committed to strengthening their skills as educators.