Announcements
Video of PEIA-related Campus Conversation available
A Campus Conversation was held Wednesday (April 26) via Zoom focused on recent changes to the Public Employees Insurance Agency, including a presentation outlining basic PEIA benefits and plans, key changes made after S.B. 268 passed during the legislative session and the effects on the University and employees.
WVU in the News: New doctors prepare to tackle rural healthcare shortage
Nearly two-thirds of areas with a shortage of primary health care professionals are in rural communities. For decades, federal programs have offered incentives to try to correct the problem, with limited success.
WVU offers free speech, language and reading camps this summer for area youths
The Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders within the West Virginia University School of Medicine will be offering three separate summer camps to help school-aged children with speech, language and reading.
FSAP offers advice on coping with workplace changes
In times of workplace change, it's natural to feel uncertain and anxious. According to human resource consultant Susan Starr, major changes can lead to panic, as people wonder about their future in the company. However, it's important to understand that change is a natural part of the workplace and can lead to positive outcomes.
Medicine Grand Rounds: Dr. Fernandes to give presentation on medical professionalism
A visiting professor from Nationwide Children's Hospital will be giving a presentation on medical professionalism during the Department of Medicine grand rounds on Friday, April 28, at 8 a.m.
Ophthalmology Grand Rounds: Medical student, off-service residents to give presentations
A fourth-year medical student and two off-service residents will be giving presentations during the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences grand rounds on Wednesday, April 26, at 7 a.m.
Join WVU student pharmacists on April 26 to save a life
The West Virginia University Chapter of the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) will hold a stem cell donor registration drive on Wednesday, April 26, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It will be held in two locations: The Pylons from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and the WVU Cancer Center Atrium from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
WVU adjusts budget projections, explains PEIA changes and accelerates academic transformation efforts
West Virginia University administrators briefed Board of Governors members Friday (April 21) on a multitude of converging efforts being undertaken to strategically reposition the WVU System for the future.
Pharmacy students hosting stem cell donor drive
Next Wednesday, April 26, the WVU chapter of the National Community Pharmacists Association is hosting a donor registration drive for DKMS, an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders.
New Data Classification Policy available for public comment
A proposed policy for the classification of University data is now posted for review and public comment. Once implemented, this new policy would replace the Sensitive Data Policy.