Announcements
Call for posters 2026 Excellence in Education: Teaching Faculty Symposium
We invite teaching faculty to submit a poster idea for the Nov. 4 Excellence in Education: Teaching Faculty Symposium, a celebration of the incredible work happening in our learning spaces.
New Health Systems Management minor gives WVU students a pathway into healthcare leadership
West Virginia University students interested in the business, leadership, and operational aspects of healthcare now have a new way to expand their education through the Health Systems Management minor offered by the WVU School of Public Health.
BeWell to Host "Don't Ghost Your Mental Health" Wellness Event Oct. 30
Join BeWell for a wellness event titled "Don't Ghost Your Mental Health on Oct. 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Health Sciences Center Pylons.
Music in the Pylons to be held October 26
West Virginia University’s Operation Blue Sky will present Music in the Pylons on October 26, 2026, at 12 p.m. The WVU Graduate Wind Quintet will perform with Jackson Thee on flute, Joel Panas playing Clarinet, Chase Kennedy on oboe, Kyle Jones on french horn, and Madi Cardenas playing bassoon. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to enjoy a free afternoon of music.
WVU Department of Radiology interim chair announced
Brian Markovich, MD, has been appointed as the interim chair of the WVU Department of Radiology. Dr. Markovich, whose appointment began October 1, 2026, is an associate professor and currently serves as the vice chair of clinical operations for the department.
Special Seminar: An interactive session offering expert insight on engaging potential research support
A special, interactive session that offers expert insight on engaging potential biopharmaceutical research support will be held on Thursday, October 15 at noon in Room 2094, Health Sciences North, and is open to all faculty and students.
SPH Happenings: October 12, 2026
Read the latest edition of the Happenings, the WVU School of Public Health's internal e-newsletter.
Cancer Communications course to be offered online in Spring 2027: PUBH 493A/593A
PUBH 493A/593A: Cancer Communications is being offered online in Spring 2027. The 3-credit course is available to undergraduate and graduate students interested in learning more about how information about cancer is produced, shared, interpreted, and acted upon in society.
Undergraduate GEF and Honors course for Spring 2027
WVU School of Public Health will offer a 3-credit course, PUBH 101: Introduction to Public and Community Health, for undergraduate students interested in learning more about public and community health. The course is available online for the Spring 2027 semester.
Woods named School of Medicine faculty affairs fellow
SueAnn Woods, Ph.D., associate professor of occupational therapy, has been named the WVU School of Medicine Faculty Affairs Fellow for 2026 – 2027.