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Senior citizens’ photos help document food access in Preston County

Preston County, W.Va. senior citizens are using photography in a West Virginia University project to identify and explore issues related to food access.

WVU Medicine going wild for pink to raise breast cancer awareness

WVU Medicine is going wild for pink with a variety of activities and events planned throughout October to raise breast cancer awareness.

Influenza vaccine required for state employees working in patient care areas

WVU Medicine's mandatory influenza vaccination program has been extended to include state employees (WVU) working in WVUH/UHA clinical areas. This includes those whose work requires them to enter patient care areas intermittently, even if their main work location is elsewhere.

Scientist welcomes challenges from students

"Question authority. Even mine." That's the message WVU neuroscience researcher Dr. James Simpkins has for students and young scientists. Simpkins will deliver the Benedum Distinguished Scholar lecture at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, in the Erickson Alumni Center.

Need to schedule a classroom or other space in the Health Sciences Center?

Space is at a premium throughout the HSC. If you are organizing an event or need space for a meeting or activity, please plan ahead and put in your request as early as possible. Regularly scheduled classes have first priority when there are conflicting requests for space. The HSC Space Planning Committee has recently released an updated Central Room Scheduling Guide.

WVU health sciences schools keeping seniors healthy and active

West Virginia University health sciences faculty members and students will be providing valuable health screenings and information for those who attend the Senior Monongalians Center at the “Keeping Healthy and Active in your Senior Years” event.

School of Nursing to host graduate open house

Forge the future of nursing at West Virginia University. If you want to create a healthier world and boost your career, attend our open house to explore online graduate opportunities, including MSN, DNP and PHD programs at the WVU School of Nursing.

Connect with Clay to feature WVU Medicine CEO Albert Wright

WVU Health Sciences Vice President and Executive Dean Clay Marsh, M.D. will host "Connect with Clay," an open forum lunch discussion, from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, in room 1909, located near the Pylons. Special guest Albert Wright, president and CEO of WVU Medicine - WVU Hospitals, will join Dr. Marsh to discuss WVU Medicine, Signature Programs and more.

Governor asks students to participate in 'Day to Serve' campaign

In an effort to strengthen West Virginia communities through volunteer service, Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin is once again encouraging residents to participate in the ‘Day to Serve’ campaign from Sept. 11 to Oct. 10, 2015.