Announcements
WVU Research Associate retirement celebration planned for June 30
West Virginia University Health Sciences Research Associate at WVU Health Affairs Institute, Herbert Linn is set to retire at the end of the month after more than three decades in the workforce and 14 years at WVU. Linn has had a profound impact on addressing the opioid overdose epidemic in West Virginia. .
the Pulse: June 16, 2025 Edition
See this week's edition of the Pulse, the WVU School of Nursing's internal e-newsletter.
Monongalia County EMS presents Lifesaver Award to WVU School of Nursing student
Mason Solliday, a WVU School of Nursing student, was presented June 11 with the inaugural Lifesaver Award from Monongalia County EMS. Officials said Mason’s fast-acting efforts to perform CPR on his friend Grant made all the difference in his full recovery.
WVU’s Faith Community Nursing efforts receive $12,800 grant from Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon
The Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon has awarded the WVU School of Nursing a $12,800 grant to help build nurse-led access to care points within West Virginia faith community settings.
WVU in the News: Full Interview: WVU student who saved friend’s life with CPR
A West Virginia University student and Monongalia County paramedics were honored on Wednesday for their quick action that helped save a teenager’s life. Back in February, Mason Solliday, a sophomore nursing student at WVU, gave his friend CPR after he suffered a cardiac emergency outside the MountainLair on WVU’s Morgantown campus. Solliday continued CPR until first responders arrived and took over and was “integral” in saving his friend’s life, according to paramedics.
Mullett to step down as pediatrics chair, national search underway
After nearly a decade leading the West Virginia University Department of Pediatrics, Charles Mullett, M.D., PhD, has announced he will step down from his role to focus on patient care and research.
Seeking study participants to determine how CBD impacts driving performance
Ever wonder if Cannabidiol (CBD) affects driving performance? If so, we're seeking participants for a driving simulation study being conducted at the Health Sciences Center at West Virginia University.
WVU School of Nursing alum visits Japan following cultural exchange
After visiting Japan last year during a nursing school cultural exchange, WVU School of Nursing alum Sydney Cain recently traveled back to the country to attend the Hamamatsu Kite Festival, which features multiple kites, Japanese food and other cultural displays.
Hamamatsu Nursing School participates in cross-cultural exchange at WVU
During the Spring 2025 semester, the WVU School of Nursing welcomed members of the Hamamatsu Nursing School in Japan for a cross-cultural exchange. Their multi-day visit included tours across campus, meeting with WVU faculty and students, and experiences in Morgantown.
Blood Drive planned for June 24 at J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital
An American Red Cross blood drive will be held Tuesday, June 24, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Bruce McClymonds Conference Room A at WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital for WVU employees and students.