Announcements
2021 DONALD L. MORTON, MD VISITING PROFESSOR - MAUREEN KILLACKEY, MD, FACS, FACOG
The Department of Surgery invites you to attend Surgery Grand Rounds and the 2021 Donald L. Morton, M.D. Lectureship with Visiting Professor Maureen Killackey, MD, FACS, FACOG
WVU, CDC report week 6 results for 'MASCUP!'
The West Virginia University School of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported observation results for the sixth week of 'MASCUP!', an ongoing mask observation study.
Nominations now being accepted for Vice President’s Awards
The Vice President's Awards Committee is now accepting nominations. The awards are an opportunity to honor and recognize employees at the WVU Health Sciences Center. The deadline is April 30.
Powers returns to WVU Division of Occupational Therapy
Brandon "Seth" Powers, MOT, OTR/L, CHT returns to West Virginia University to join the faculty within the Division of Occupational Therapy. Powers brings over twelve years of experience as an occupational therapist with nine years of experience in outpatient orthopedic practice. Earning the credential of Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) in 2014, Powers has demonstrated advanced clinical skills and theory in rehabilitation of the upper extremity. His professional passions include mentoring new therapists and providing clinical education.
Eberly College presents "Anti-Racism, Social Justice, and Equity"
The Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics will begin their Guest Speaker series titled, "Anti-Racism, Social Justice, and Equity". To address these three pillars of responsibility we all carry as academic professionals, Benjamin Zephaniah will present under the category of Anti-Racism on April 9 at 1 p.m. via Zoom.
Colloquium for Underrepresented Aspiring Doctoral Candidates
The Colloquium for Aspiring Underrepresented Doctoral Candidates is a valuable, educational opportunity designed to promote graduate education at West Virginia University. The Colloquium is a FREE, two-day virtual event for high-achieving Students of Color who are completing or have completed a bachelor's degree, or are enrolled in a master's degree program.
Ultra-runner Dean Karnazes scheduled to speak to HSC community April 1
Dean Karnazes is a well-known ultra-runner, author and health enthusiast. The Wellness Committee is welcoming Karnazes to share his story Thursday, April 1 from noon to 1 p.m.
School of Medicine seeks Academic Affairs Faculty Fellow
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2021-22 academic year to work under the mentorship of the Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and the AVP for Academic Affairs. The fellowship will include participation in the annual review, promotion and tenure process, faculty rank review, participation in reviewing faculty guidelines (i.e., policies and procedures), strategic planning, continuous quality improvement, and LCME accreditation.
Biochemistry Professor Publishes Textbook on Anoikis
Steven M. Frisch, Ph.D., Professor in the Biochemistry Department and WVU Cancer Institute at WVU School of Medicine, is the Editor of a new textbook called "Anoikis: How the extracellular matrix regulates life-or-death decisions" (Springer Publications, London).
Doctors Day Breakfast - UTC
Event Location: University Town Centre (third floor)