Announcements
Registration and abstract submission now open for 2025 WVCTSI Annual Meeting
Registration is now open for the 2025 WVCTSI Annual Meeting being held at Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, West Virginia, from Feb. 24-26.
Donation drive underway for local emergency shelter
The WVU Health Sciences DEI Cross-Cutting Committee is hosting a donation drive through Dec. 20 to benefit the Rape and Domestic Violence Information Center shelter.
the Pulse: December 9, 2024 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.
WVU Health Sciences faculty honored as Rural Health Leaders
In November, observed as Rural Health Month, two WVU Health Sciences faculty members were recognized by The Center for Rural Health Development, West Virginia Office of Rural Health and West Virginia Rural Health Association for their dedication to improving health and healthcare in rural communities.
Keyser Campus senior empowers 4th graders through self-esteem journaling
Marilee Kitzmiller, a senior at the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus, implemented an inspiring capstone project last week that focused on boosting self-esteem among 4th-grade students. Her interactive approach not only encouraged self-expression but also helped the students recognize their unique positive qualities.
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus students support local health fair
WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus recently participated in a Raleigh County health fair where students provided services to fair attendees.
WVU Health Sciences programs contribute to Thanksgiving food drive
The WVU Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education hosted a friendly food drive competition in November to benefit families for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Pod Squad offers playlist for Winter Break
WVU Health Sciences Pod Squad has released its latest playlist for all WVU students, faculty and staff to enjoy during Winter Break. The group will not meet in December and will reconvene for its next meeting in January.
Throckmorton to retire after more than 20 years of providing support to SOM students, alumni
Following a career of more than 20 years at West Virginia University Health Sciences, Debra Throckmorton, coordinator of Alumni Programs for the WVU School of Medicine, has announced her retirement.
WVU-trained faith community nurse to host Saturday clinics, nursing call line and more in Fairmont
A new program called Neighborhood Nurse will launch in January 2025, offering a Saturday clinic and a nursing hotline. This initiative is a collaboration between Faith Community Nursing (FCN) and Compassion Central.