Announcements
2021 WVU Cancer Institute Gala Canceled
Due to ongoing COVID-19 health concerns, the 2021 WVU Cancer Institute Gala has been canceled. We are sad to formalize this decision, but we feel confident that this is a wise decision.
Wellbeing projects funded
The Office of Health Promotion and Wellness is pleased to announce eight wellbeing projects were funded during the inaugural request for proposals process.
March 23, 2021 - WVU in the News: Coronavirus
WVU coronavirus (COVID-19) news for March 23, 2021.
ASDA gives back during Week of Service
Despite limitations in a socially distanced world, students continued to find a way to give back.
Dr. Olfert joins podcast to discuss cardiovascular effects of e-cigarettes
What are the cardiovascular effects of propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin (PG:VG) and saturated aldehydes used in electronic cigarettes? Guest Editor Loren Wold (The Ohio State University) interviews senior author Daniel Conklin (University of Louisville) and expert Mark Olfert (West Virginia University) about the latest study by Jin et al., which investigated the base liquid in E-cigarettes in the absence of nicotine and flavorings.
WVU provides additional health, safety guidance for spring event planning
West Virginia University strongly encourages hosting virtual events, programs, activities and gatherings when possible to help contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The University has developed guidance for limited capacity events on campus during the remainder of the spring semester. This guidance may be modified based on factors such as the positivity rate on campus or in the community and increased hospitalization rates.
Under the Dome: March 23, 2021 Edition
Under the Dome delivers a review of the issues being considered by the 85th Legislature of West Virginia. It provides information on matters that affect WVU and higher education. This edition provides an update on the remote worker legislation and other issues, including several high-profile bills introduced and being debated, as the Legislature enters the final three weeks of regular session.
Pandemic Pedagogy: What Works Now and What We Can Keep Using Post-COVID
The Teaching and Learning Commons welcomes Jessamyn Neuhaus for an online workshop Pandemic Pedagogy: What Works Now and What We Can Keep Using Post-COVID Friday, March 26, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Dental School Alumni Highlight - Dr. Bruce Cassis
Challenged by his father to always help others, Dr. Bruce Cassis began a 40-year career doing just that. And at 66 years old, an age some consider retirement, he is still helping others.