Announcements
Diversity Task Force shares message from APHA President
The School of Public Health Diversity Task Force shares the statement from the American Public Health Association President Georges C. Benjamin, MD, regarding the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg -- a champion of gender equality.
Health Sciences joins WVU Diversity Week with biomedical science and health-related events
West Virginia University’s annual Diversity Week, slated this year for Oct. 11-17, promotes the celebration, education and understanding of different identities and experiences of students, faculty and staff across campus. Virtual events are planned WVU-wide, as well as events specific to Health Sciences.
Diversity Week: "Women Beyond Bars" exhibit to be displayed in Pylons
As part of Diversity Week, the School of Public Health is partnering with the Reed College of Media to display an exhibit called "Women Beyond Bars: Following the Stories of Women's Incarceration in West Virginia."
Diversity Week: "Promoting Inclusive, Safe and Supportive Research Environments" set for Oct. 15
As part of Diversity Week, the Health Sciences Office of Research and Graduate Education will host “Promoting Inclusive, Safe, and Supportive Research Environments.”
Diversity Week: Inclusive Language Training scheduled Oct. 14
As part of Diversity Week, the WVU Health Sciences Committee for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host Inclusive Language Training.
Diversity Week: "Science, Race and Power" Webinar scheduled Oct. 13
As part of Diversity Week, the Health Sciences Office of Research and Graduate Education will host a webinar, “Science, Race and Power,” by Angela Saini, author of “Inferior” and “Superior.”
Mindful Self-Care: Three Ways to Virtually Practice Mindfulness this Fall
Mindfulness is a means to increase personal quality of life. Whether beginner, advanced or somewhere in between, learn and experience the numerous health benefits of a regular mindfulness practice.
WVCTSI names seven Research Scholars
Seven clinical and translational researchers from across West Virginia have been named Research Scholars by the West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (WVCTSI). These investigators from West Virginia University and Marshall University have diverse research interests that cover the full clinical and translational science spectrum.
School of Public Health students and faculty to present during the 2020 West Virginia Rural Health Conference
The School of Public Health will be well-represented during this year's West Virginia Rural Health Conference, hosted by the West Virginia Rural Health Association and set for October 14-15. The theme of this year’s conference, which will be held virtually, is "West Virginia’s Resilience: Innovation in Meeting Rural Challenges."
Join SAPH leaders for a casual conversation with Dean Coben
All students in the School of Public Health are invited to join an informal discussion with Dean Jeff Coben, MD, on Friday, Sept. 25, at 12 p.m. via Zoom.