Announcements
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.
West Virginia Bureau for Public Health (BPH) is seeking a Deputy Commissioner
The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health (BPH) is hiring a Deputy Commissioner position to support all BPH operations.
WVU researchers see need to strengthen mental health programs for first responders
Controlling traumatic situations is synonymous with the daily duties of first responders, yet many mental health programs to combat the increasing stress they encounter are lacking. That’s why West Virginia University researchers are identifying steps policymakers and community members can take to aid front-line workers.
FSAP provides immediate support when needed
The WVU Faculty and Staff Assistance Program has launched Brief Emotional Support Team sessions, offering employees immediate support during times of need.
WVU School of Public Health graduates encouraged to collaborate, be 'your neighbor's keeper'
The West Virginia University School of Public Health welcomed 80 new graduates into its Public Health alumni family during its Commencement ceremony held on Friday, May 12. With more than 600 of the graduates’ family members and friends in attendance cheering them on, the event was one to remember. WVU recognized nearly 4,500 graduates throughout Commencement weekend.
Graduating health administration students contribute to regional understanding of determinants of health
Members of the next generation of health administration professionals were given the opportunity to make an immediate impact in the local community—even before they crossed the Commencement stage.