Announcements
WVU in the News: WVU School of Nursing BSN program earns Program of Excellence distinction
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the West Virginia University School of Nursing has been named a WVU Board of Governors Program of Excellence. The recognition is the first for the BSN program and includes all undergraduate nursing pathways at WVU, including the traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN, RN to BSN and LPN to BSN programs.
WVU School of Dentistry announces faculty promotions
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry recently awarded Dami Kim, DDS, Elizabeth Southern Puette, MSDH, and Kim Zaremba-Rabatin, DMD, promotions in rank in recognition of their accomplishments and contributions to the mission of the School. Their promotions were effective July 1.
Simmons elected president of West Virginia Health Information Management Association
Ashley Simmons, MBA, an associate professor in the West Virginia University School of Medicine’s Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) program, has been elected as the West Virginia Health Information Management Association’s (WVHIMA) president for 2026-2027.
WVU School of Dentistry to host pathologists for fall meeting
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry will host the Eastern Society of Teachers of Oral Pathology (ESTOP) Annual Meeting this fall in Morgantown. Scheduled for October 2-4, 2026, the continuing education opportunity will take place at Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place and is open to all oral and general pathologists, dental professionals, and dental residents and students.
Health Sciences Communications and Marketing announces new intake process
The West Virginia University Health Sciences Communications and Marketing team recently established a new project intake process for Health Sciences and School of Medicine announcements and marketing collateral. The new process will make it easier for groups to request communications assistance by streamlining the amount of request forms for various marketing pieces.
Longitudinal Teaching Scholars Program now accepting applications
Health professions faculty, residents, fellows, clinical preceptors, program directors, and educational leaders who are passionate about advancing their teaching and educational leadership skills are invited to apply for the 2026-2028 cohort of the Longitudinal Teaching Scholars Program.
Neal Museum opens new Children's Hospital exhibit exploring history, impact of pediatric vaccines
A new exhibit curated by the William A. Neal Museum of the Health Sciences, “History & Impact of Pediatric Vaccines,” is now open at the WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital and is free for students, faculty, staff and community members to visit.
WVU in the News: Students interested in nursing had hands-on lessons at WVU Tech’s Junior Nursing Academy
Middle and high school students interested in nursing are getting hands-on lessons at WVU Tech’s Junior Nursing Academy.
WVU School of Public Health student Matthew Davis, DO, recognized as "40 Under 40" honoree
Both an alumnus and current student of WVU School of Public Health, Matthew Davis, DO, has been recognized as one of The State Journal Generation Next “40 Under 40” honorees. Receiving his Master of Health Administration in 2025, he’s currently pursuing a Master of Public Health and Master of Science in Population Health.
Faith Community Nurse expands outreach to underserved residents in Lewis County
For Lewis County residents experiencing poverty, homelessness, and limited access to essential resources, Crystal Lough has become a consistent source of support through her work as a Faith Community Nurse.