Announcements
Long-time support from Harman-Falkowski family makes lasting impact for nursing students
For the past six years, the Harman-Falkowski family has generously donated funding for the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus, providing a wealth of simulation equipment and other materials to enhance student learning.
Two veterans and WVU medical students named as Pat Tillman Foundation Scholars
Brentyn Jones and Jerry “Ted” Price, two students enrolled in the West Virginia University School of Medicine Medical Degree program, have been named as Pat Tillman Foundation Scholars and join 40 other military veterans, service members and spouses who aspire to make a positive difference in communities across the nation.
WVU alumnus pilots career in service through dentistry
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry, U.S. Air Force and Commissioned Corps of the United States Public Health Service share many of the same core values, including integrity, service and excellence. It is no surprise, then, that Dr. Maurice Hamill was drawn to each organization, dedicating his education and career to serving his country and his patients and improving the well-being of others.
HSTA seniors explore robotic surgery with WVU alum at Summer Institute
High school seniors participating in the Health Sciences & Technology Academy (HSTA) Summer Institute at West Virginia University had the opportunity to step into the world of robotic surgery with guidance from someone who once stood where they are now.
WVU CED seeks public help amidst proposed funding elimination
The federal budget calls to eliminate all University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs), including the WVU CED. UCEDDs provide free services to people with disabilities, train providers and families, and conduct important research. The AUCD and WVU CED both have developed tools for people to show their support if they so choose.
WVU in the News: Hidden health crisis: How artificial light disrupts our bodies
We all know sleep is important, but what if simply flipping on a light at the wrong time could do more than just make you tired? What if artificial light could change the way your body fights illness, how your brain processes emotion, or how you recover from surgery?
WVU in the News: WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute joins nationwide effort to improve post-acute care for traumatic brain injury patients
The WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute (RNI) is joining leading clinics nationwide in a pioneering effort to improve post-acute care for traumatic brain injury patients through a multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach.
IMMB students at WVU tackle real-world health challenges through summer research
From investigating stroke disparities to exploring cancer metastasis and developing future treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, students in the Immunology and Medical Microbiology (IMMB) program at the West Virginia University School of Medicine are spending their summer contributing to impactful biomedical research.
Mother-turned-employee shares story about CED's impact on her son
Parent Network Specialist Bonnie Shannon shares her story about her son and the services he received from the WVU CED.
Student spotlight: Respiratory Therapy student Sydney Lyons
For Sydney Lyons, a senior in the WVU School of Medicine’s Respiratory Therapy program, WVU has always felt like home. The warmth of the people reminded her of her hometown of Dayton, Virginia.