Announcements
WVU School of Nursing awarded $1.5 million through West Virginia’s Nursing Workforce Expansion Program
The WVU School of Nursing has been awarded $1.5 million through West Virginia’s Nursing Workforce Expansion Program, which is designed to address the state’s nursing shortage through a multifaceted approach to attract, train, and retain nurses in the Mountain State.
WVU fosters community and connection for Parkinson’s patients through dance
Music, movement and a shared sense of community filled the Erickson Alumni Center as West Virginia University hosted the Dance for Parkinson’s Disease (PD)® event, an internationally recognized program aimed at improving the lives of individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners.
WVU’s Faith Community Nursing efforts receive $41,000 grant from Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation
The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation (TGKVF) has awarded the WVU School of Nursing a $41,000 grant to help build nurse-led access to care points within West Virginia faith community settings.
WVU School of Public Health leadership updates
Dr. Clay Marsh, WVU Health Sciences chancellor and executive dean, has asked Sarah C. Woodrum, DrPH, to serve as dean for the WVU School of Public Health, effective April 8.
WVU Dental Hygiene student makes impact on oral cancer awareness
After volunteering at an oral cancer screening event, West Virginia University student Abbie Ash discovered the importance of early detection — sparking her passion for helping others through education and advocacy.
WVU in the News: Raleigh County Commission on Aging addresses balanced caregiving with personal well-being
The Raleigh County Commission on Aging and Hospice of Southern West Virginia got together for their 13th annual Compassionate Caregiver Conference.
WVU School of Dentistry announces student research award winners
Three teams of students were awarded for their work following the annual West Virginia University School of Dentistry research competition on April 3.
WVU Nursing student aids in life-saving assistance for friend on campus
A WVU School of Nursing student recently provided life-saving assistance for his friend who unexpectedly collapsed while on campus.
WBOY and Homefinder’s Plus announce 2025 Remarkable Woman of West Virginia
Colleen Kroll, a family nurse practitioner in the Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine at WVU Medicine and a clinical instructor at the WVU School of Nursing, has been named the 2025 Remarkable Woman of West Virginia.