Announcements
Wellness Webcast 2021 premiers this week
The Office of Health Promotion and Wellness is sponsoring Wellness Webcast 2021 on Thursday, Aug. 26 from noon-3 p.m. This free, virtual event is open to the entire WVU community. Our funded wellness partners will present projects aligned with the University’s wellbeing priorities.
Psychological capital may be the antidote for working in a pandemic, WVU study suggests
Just like the COVID-19 vaccine protects against contracting the contagious virus, the collective elements of self-efficacy, optimism, hope and resiliency helps inoculate employees from the negative effects of working through a pandemic, according to a new West Virginia University study.
Join the WVU 5% Healthier program for free, personalized exercise coaching
Sponsored by the WVU Office of Health Promotion and Wellness, 5% Healthier is a 10-week personalized exercise coaching program offered by the division of exercise physiology for WVU faculty and staff.
BeWell Blog — "Try This Tuesday: Koru Mindfulness"
The BeWell team is offering a series of helpful tips for mental health and wellbeing called "Try This Tuesday." This week, Layne Hitchcock discusses Koru Mindfulness, a recurring four-week class focusing on the skill of mindfulness. Benefits of mindfulness practice can include reduced anxiety, better ability to respond to and manage stress, and improved sleep.
Aug. 23, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Aug. 23, 2021.
Aug. 23, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for Aug. 23, 2021.
WVU issues statement after FDA grants full approval Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
West Virginia University issued a statement on Monday (Aug. 23) after the Federal Drug Administration fully approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
Mini-grant opportunity for students at West Virginia colleges and universities
The West Virginia Drug Intervention Institute, Inc. (WV DII) has announced a mini-grant opportunity for West Virginia college students in collaboration with the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission.
WVU in the News: WVU, CDC gain greater insight into university students’ knowledge, attitudes and behaviors regarding mask usage
As West Virginia University kicks off a new academic year amid a recent spike in COVID-19 cases across the country, public health researchers at both WVU and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now have a better understanding of university students’ knowledge and perceptions of mask-wearing.
Nursing virtual open house scheduled September 23 for high school seniors
Do you know a high school senior interested in a nursing career? Have them join us for a virtual BSN open house on September 23.