Announcements
Transformation underway with creation of new teams and consolidation of others in ITS-HSC ITS merger
The first phase of the Information Technology Services and Health Sciences ITS merger is now underway, with the internal unveiling of a new organizational structure that continues to meet the University’s current needs while also creating a cohesive, future-ready unit that can focus on planning, strategy and continuous improvement.
SPH open forum via Zoom, Friday, 6/2 (10-11 a.m.)
Co-Interim Deans Erik Carlton and Sarah Woodrum will hold an SPH faculty/staff open forum via Zoom on Friday, 6/2, from 10-11 a.m. They'll share updates, if available, and give SPH members an opportunity to ask questions.
Summer 2023 Graduation Application Open
For students seeking to graduate in August 2023, please review this important information.
WVU in the News: Even with new legislation, it could be years before drinking water in West Virginia is free of toxic ‘forever chemicals’
State lawmakers passed the PFAS Protection Act to start controlling pollution in drinking water. While a step in the right direction, many are concerned that it prolongs health hazards for West Virginians.
Public Health graduate commissioned as U.S. Air Force Second Lieutenant
On May 12, Kaleigh Moss, Class of 2023 graduate of the West Virginia University School of Public Health, was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, along with 15 fellow cadets.
Transformation initiatives advancing across WVU System
West Virginia University continues to move forward with initiatives designed to transform academics and operations across its campuses in Morgantown, Beckley, Keyser, Martinsburg and Charleston.
Video of Campus Conversation available
A Campus Conversation was held Wednesday (May 24) via Zoom to provide an update on the University’s overarching transformation initiatives, including those to address academics and the structural budget deficit.
BOG Rules 3.9 and 4.7 out for public comment
Two West Virginia University Board of Governors Rules and associated documentation have been posted online today (May 22) for public comment.
SPH employee update
Kayla Gagnon, SPH communications specialist, has accepted the position of content coordinator with Central Outreach Wellness Center in Pittsburgh. Her last day at WVU will be Friday, May 26.
Sports Cardiology: Athletes with Cardiac Channelopathies – Can They Play?
This talk, led by Dr. Thomas Allison, professor with the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, will present three interesting cases: syncope while swimming, ventricular tachycardia during screening for basketball, and cardiac arrest in a half marathon.