Announcements
Public Health student draws inspiration from international competition
Giselle Gursoy is preparing for more than a career in public health. The West Virginia University School of Public Health junior is a member of the Swimming & Diving Team, and she recently had the opportunity to compete in the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru.
Holiday Celebration set for WVU Medicine, Health Sciences faculty and staff
All WVU Medicine and WVU Health Sciences faculty and staff on the Morgantown campus are invited to gather for the annual holiday celebration.
Nursing hosts ‘Scouting World Jamboree Student Clinical Experiences’ event
Faculty from the School of Nursing will offer a presentation on Wednesday, Dec. 11, from noon to 1 p.m., to discuss nursing student learning outcomes met through a large "camp" clinical learning experience at this summer’s 24th World Jamboree.
WVU in the News: Fresh approach may be needed in battle against opioids
During a recent symposium in Roanoke, stakeholders gathered to discuss solutions to the opioid epidemic.
West Virginia University introduces expanded Music Therapy Program
WVU recently expanded its unique Music Therapy Program and is growing it throughout Ruby Memorial Hospital. The program will bring music therapy to all patients and will collaborate with physicians, nurses and other members of patient treatment teams.
WVU School of Medicine using telemedicine to take mental health services to West Virginia’s youth
Children and adolescents in West Virginia now have access to mental health services via select school-based clinics across the state.
Academic Community Engagement grant brings advances to WVU service-learning
West Virginia University Center for Service and Learning awards grants for two service-learning courses; one grant to Public Health and one grant to Leadership Studies.
Public Health donors help provide wild, wonderful experience
Before the fall semester even started, a group of West Virginia University School of Public Health students were already off on their first adventure. Thanks to the generosity of two donors, four Master of Public Health students started their WVU experience in the great outdoors.
2020 dental hygiene degree candidates present two years of research findings
The uniquely integrated four-year baccalaureate curriculum includes a research focus to help students pursue professional development in oral healthcare.
WVU, Monongalia County Health Department establish Academic Health Department to enhance public health training, research and service
Top-tier training, research and service opportunities will remain at the forefront for students in the School of Public Health as West Virginia University and the Monongalia County Health Department establish an Academic Health Department, reinforcing the School’s commitment to give students learning experiences based in real-world public health practice.