Announcements
WVU in the News: Wildfire haze, health risk it brings, expected to stick around
As of Wednesday, there were 78 large wildfires actively burning in 13 states, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. Natural Resources Canada shows more than 600 active fires as of July 14.
Monongalia County QRT seeks volunteers, donations for Save a Life Day
On Save a Life Day on Saturday, Sept. 25, members of the Monongalia County Quick Response Team (QRT) will be teaching naloxone administration to anyone interested. They will also give away free applications of the medication, which reverses the effects of an opioid overdose.
Public Health, Research and Graduate Education Welcome Carmen Bowes
The Health Sciences Office of Research and Graduate Education is delighted to announce that Carmen Bowes joined our team on July 19, 2021, to provide grants administration support for WVU Health Sciences and the School of Public Health. Please join us in giving Carmen a warm welcome! She can be reached at cbowes@hsc.wvu.edu.
Loan repayment program for West Virginia University MPH Students
Attn: School of Public Health MPH Students
School of Public Health master’s student nominated for Woman of Impact Award
A West Virginia University School of Public Health Master of Health Administration student has been nominated for the Ohio Valley Woman of Impact Award.
WVU LGBTQ+ Commission now accepting applications for members
The WVU LGBTQ+ Commission is currently accepting applications for members. The Commission is comprised of faculty, staff, students and at least one individual from the broader community who meet once per month.
Coming Soon: New Research Material Management System in Mountaineer Marketplace for HSC Campus
As part of our continuing efforts to simplify and standardize how we operate and help you work smarter, the Procurement, Contracting and Payment Services (PCPS) and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) teams have partnered to develop a new chemical procurement and inventory system for West Virginia University.
"Best Practices for Diversity Week"
The HSC DEI Subcommittee on Communications has compiled a "Best Practices for Diversity Week" guide as events are planned for October's Diversity Week.
Public Health alum working toward a 'healthy future' for West Virginia
After earning her Master of Public Health from West Virginia University, Elaine Darling has been working to create a healthier West Virginia.
Van Liere Research Conference postponed
The Office of Research and Graduate Education had originally planned to host the Van Liere Research Conference August 9-12, 2021, but unfortunately, the timing did not work for all groups of scientists.