Announcements
Ruby ED Waiting Area Refreshed, Expanded
J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital recently completed the final phase of its Emergency Department waiting area refresh, and representatives from the Emergency Department and Planning, Design, and Construction, along with President and CEO Albert L. Wright Jr., toured the area on Sept. 17.
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.
Dr. Scott Findley, MD receives award for Telehealth
Dr. Scott Findley recently worked diligently to obtain a grant as part of his leadership of the Rural Emergency Medicine Institute. This $1.2M HRSA grant is a huge win for WVU Medicine, DEM, and Our State. Congrats Scott!
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.
Virtual mindfulness series scheduled to begin Monday, Oct. 5
This free 6-week series is designed to assist in developing and maintaining mindful resilience, mental fitness, and relaxation. Participants can attend six one-hour sessions (consecutively or individually) that offer a variety of simple yet practical tools to be mindful in daily living.
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."