Announcements
WVU Cancer Institute Summer Undergraduate Research Program welcomes 2022 cohort
The West Virginia University Cancer Institute has welcomed five students to campus for the Summer Undergraduate Research Program. The highly competitive program provides funding and opportunities in clinical and basic cancer research for undergraduate students who want to pursue careers in the field.
No peers, no beers: WVU research shows youth substance use declined during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to concerns for youth mental health and social well-being, including its potential to spur substance use behaviors.
WVU students awarded Gilman Scholarships to pursue education abroad
Twelve West Virginia University students will expand their educational horizons this summer through study abroad programs provided by the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, including School of Medicine student Jordan Means, an immunology and medical microbiology major, who will study in Ireland.
June 14, 2022 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for June 14, 2022.
WVU dental hygiene professor granted keys to city, prepares for national leadership role
Dawn Dean, MSDH, RDH, joined the Department of Dental Hygiene in January 2022. The assistant professor received accolades in her hometown and a leadership position within the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA).
WVU School of Nursing remembers Dr. Lorita D. Jenab
Dr. Lorita D. Jenab was appointed Dean of the WVU School of Nursing in 1968. She served in the dean’s role for 24 years.
WVU ACE Program collecting baby supplies for new moms
The West Virginia University ACE Program is collecting diapers and wipes for new moms and their newborns from Monday, June 20 to Friday, July 1. Donations will be accepted on campus or through the Amazon Gift Registry.
WVU to close Monday, June 20, in observance of Juneteenth
West Virginia University, including WVU Tech, Potomac State College, Extension offices and WVU Research Corp., will close Monday, June 20, following a declaration issued by Gov. Jim Justice proclaiming a state holiday in recognition of Juneteenth.
June 13, 2022 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for June 13, 2022.
Media Advisory: WVU School of Nursing – Beckley Campus hosts Southern West Virginia Junior Nursing Academy
The WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus and WVU Tech are hosting the Southern West Virginia Junior Nursing Academy to rising 8th, 9th and 10th graders.