Announcements
Learn more about Health Sciences research support during Core Facilities Showcase
Presented by the Office of Research and Graduate Education and Blue Sky, the WVU Health Sciences community is invited to a Core Facilities Showcase Thursday, March 23, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. beginning in Pylons Commons.
4-in-1 Continuing Conversation to focus on health disparities
The Office of Research and Graduate Education and Blue Sky invites the WVU Health Sciences community to a 4-in-1 Continuing Conversation Tuesday, March 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. in Health Sciences Center North 2940B.
Under the Dome: March 7, 2023 Edition
“Under the Dome” delivers a review of issues members of the West Virginia Legislature are considering. It provides information on matters that affect WVU and higher education, as well as other hot topics being addressed that impact the Mountain State and its citizens.
Drinking, drug use and driving increased in West Virginia during COVID-19, WVU study finds
One West Virginia trauma center saw an uptick in alcohol and drug use by patients treated for motor vehicle collision injuries during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a West Virginia University study led by Toni Marie Rudisill, assistant professor in the WVU School of Public Health. More specifically, researchers found patients were using a greater number of drugs, including cannabinoids, opioids and stimulants during the pandemic than prior to its onset.
University clothing drive to support middle school students
The WVU Women’s Resource Center, Center for Community Engagement and Health Sciences Diversity, Equity and Inclusion unit are teaming up to hold a month-long clothing drive through March to collect women’s and men’s clothing items.
Interprofessional Education Week provides opportunity for WVU community to celebrate and engage in collaborative learning
The West Virginia University Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education will celebrate and share the importance of health care professionals practicing and promoting an interprofessional collaborative approach to person-centered care during a series of events March 20-24.
Monongalia County QRT to hold mini-Free Naloxone Day
Before West Virginia University students head off for spring break on March 11, they will have the opportunity to obtain free naloxone —which reverses the effects of an opioid overdose — and to learn how to use it.
Making a difference: WVU School of Nursing student ambassadors support next generation of nursing students
As they pursue careers focused on caring and compassion, the inaugural West Virginia University School of Nursing student ambassadors are already demonstrating their dedication to helping others by sharing their personal experiences and expertise with the next generation of nursing students.
WVU to provide oncology physical therapy training opportunities through new residency program
The West Virginia University’s School of Medicine will soon be one of only seven institutions in the United States to offer a full-time, onsite Oncologic Physical Therapy Residency Program.
TEDxWVU announces speakers, event details
The TEDxWVU “Dig Deeper” event, featuring five dynamic speakers, will be held at 2 p.m. on April 16 at the Canady Creative Arts Center Gladys Davis Theatre. Dr. Ryan McCarthy, an associate professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, is among those who will present information on a variety of topics encouraging visionary conversations and new ideas.