Announcements
Health Sciences community invited to celebrate faculty, staff at Chancellor’s Awards ceremony
West Virginia University Health Sciences is recognizing ten individuals and one team with Chancellor’s Awards, as well as four individuals with a WISH (Women in Science & Health) Awards, for their significant contributions to its mission. A ceremony to honor the 2024 award winners will be held Thursday, Sept. 19 at 4 p.m. in Pylons Commons.
WVU School of Nursing, Suncrest United Methodist Church to collaborate for Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month
The WVU School of Nursing and Suncrest United Methodist Church are hosting a Zoom educational session for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. The Zoom session will be held Sept. 18, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will feature guest speakers who will discuss suicide warning signs and what to do. The virtual event is open to anyone who would like to attend.
Rural Undergraduate Shadowing in Healthcare program application now open
Are you an undergraduate student interested in a healthcare career serving in a rural community? Thinking about medical, dental or nursing school? The WVU Institute for Community and Rural Health RUSH program is a great introduction to practicing in rural communities. The application is open through October 11, 2024.
Operation Blue Sky at Health Sciences hosts events during WVU Week of Purpose
West Virginia University’s second annual Week of Purpose will take place Monday, Sept. 23 through Friday, Sept. 27. Students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy a variety of events and take this opportunity for self-exploration, learn a new perspective and engage with others as we continue this purposeful journey together.
School of Public Health Speaker Series highlights rural health and community engagement
WVU School of Public Health will kick off its Fall 2024 Speaker Series on Wednesday, Sept. 25, with Brian Hendricks, Ph.D., and Dovenia Ponnoth, Ph.D., from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine presenting "Cultivating Innovation - West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine’s Expanding Research Horizons in Rural Health and Community Engagement.”
WV STEPS Center to host Healthcare Simulation Week Sept. 16-20
The David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (WV STEPS Center) will host Healthcare Simulation Week Monday, Sept. 16 through Friday, Sept. 20.
WVU School of Nursing Associate Dean selected for WVU Bridge Faculty Fellowship
The WVU School of Nursing Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs, Dr. Brad Phillips, has been selected as a WVU Bridge Faculty Fellow.
Nomination deadline extended for annual Wilks Award for Excellence in Simulation
The nomination period has been extended for the annual David H. Wilks Award for Excellence in Simulation. Named in honor of the late Dr. David Wilks, the award acknowledges the dedication of faculty who set high standards in teaching and learning at the David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS).
WVU in the News: Kick respiratory illness to the curb with these health tips
Dr. Carmen Burrell, medical director of WVU Student Health Services, speaks to The Daily Athenaeum about respiratory illness season.
Health Sciences students encouraged to participate in interprofessional innovation challenge
Students enrolled in WVU Health Sciences programs are invited to participate in the Interprofessional Student Clinic Innovation Challenge. Projects must be submitted by Oct. 4.