Announcements
WVU Department of Urology announces partnership to benefit first-generation students
Undergraduate students who identify as first-generation, underrepresented minorities who hope to pursue careers in medicine are eligible to apply to a new mentoring program offered by the West Virginia University Department of Urology and the Mid-Atlantic American Urological Association’s Pre-Medicine Enrichment Program.
WVU scholarship gift aims to boost diversity among West Virginia nurses
West Virginia University School of Nursing students will benefit from an alumna’s scholarship gift to help boost diversity within the Mountain State’s nursing workforce.
Nursing students complete naloxone training at Keyser Campus
The senior Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students on the WVU School of Nursing Keyser Campus recently completed training to administer naloxone (also known as Narcan) nasal spray, a potentially lifesaving opioid overdose medication.
WVU in the News: Will this device protect athletes’ brains, or only make them think it does?
Matt Tenan, a program director at West Virginia University’s Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute, raises concerns in The New York Times about the effectiveness of a device designed to protect athletes from brain injuries.
Coach welcomes Charles Barkley for 2023 Fish Fry
WVU Men’s Basketball Head Coach Bob Huggins is excited to announce his headline guest for the 2023 Fish Fry: NBA All-Star and MVP Charles Barkley is coming to Morgantown! Join us Jan. 27 at Mylan Park to see two Hall of Fame legends share one stage.
WVU to close Dec. 30
The closure decision follows Gov. Jim Justice’s signing of two proclamations last week declaring additional half-day state holidays on Friday, Dec. 23, and Friday, Dec. 30.
Gee tells newest WVU graduates success comes from knowing themselves
More than 2,600 West Virginia University graduates participating in two Commencement ceremonies today (Dec. 17) were encouraged to hold fast to values forged as Mountaineers and tap into their unique strengths to live successful lives fueled by purpose.
WVU in the News: WV Legislative Interims / Committee on Health hears Direct Care Taskforce recommendations on workforce recruitment and retention
The West Virginia Legislature’s Joint Committee on Health on this week heard recommendations Direct Care Taskforce on recommendations to drive direct care workforce recruitment and retention.
‘Community of Giving’ pop-up shop to offer regifting option after the holidays
After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season settles, many people find that they’ve received duplicate gifts or items they can’t utilize. Passing it on to another person is a great way to recycle a gift. The WVU Health Sciences Community of Giving pop-up shop will provide an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to regift items after the holiday season.
COVID-19 vaccine update webinar to be hosted by West Virginia Immunization Network
This West Virginia COVID-19 Vaccine Update webinar on Thursday, Jan. 5, from noon to 1 p.m. will provide an overview of the updated recommendations for the Omicron COVID-19 vaccines and clinical guidance for administering these vaccines.