https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/HealthSciences/Diversity-Equity-and-Inclusion50 most recent storiesen-US522e4e29-6555-4a0f-a650-c5fda6972cfehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=bewell-to-host-lens-shifting-workshop-feb-19Interested in tools to boost your well-being? Join BeWell for a workshop focused on the power of gratitude and shifting your perspective. You'll discover the benefits of practicing gratitude, watch a short 10-minute TED Talk and have the chance to practice these skills in real-time.Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-01-30T11:50:22-05:006398a2d5-5c26-43eb-a849-2974ec36caa0https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-january-2025I am so happy to have you back! I hope you feel refreshed after the break. With a new semester, we can begin anew in so many ways. Make sure as you are setting goals for the year, you tend to the most important person – yourself. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-01-21T15:40:24-05:00b5b57894-3a91-40db-a0df-1c5aad4d0a1ahttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ced-announces-new-parent-support-group-collaboration-in-fairmontInformation about the new in-person Circle of Parents support group collaboration with the Disability Action Center in Fairmont, WV.Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-17T13:29:07-05:003154649b-7a07-4f60-a9a7-6bee2667d865https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-december-2024The definition of joy is a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. Joy can come from many sources, and during the holiday season, the opportunity for joy is abundant. Whether you are traveling, staying home or showing up to work to take care of others, I hope you take a moment to truly experience and appreciate the feeling of joy. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-13T09:06:40-05:00e8e3d404-b2ce-45ab-a41b-121f23db472chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-pop-up-shop-open-for-holiday-shoppingThe WVU Health Sciences pop-up shop is now open, offering branded apparel for students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends. Proceeds from sales benefit WVU Health Sciences scholarships.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002025-02-20T11:38:16-05:003e7bdf4f-4e8d-4a16-ae0e-3e007a4d2d18https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=event-showcases-wvu-s-clinical-training-program-for-green-berets-special-operations-naval-corpsmensomempowerWest Virginia University is the first academic institution in the country to serve as a clinical training site for Green Beret soldiers and Special Operations Naval Corpsmen.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-13T15:31:25-05:007c606caa-939f-4d8a-b0b6-34e519e1497chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=donation-drive-underway-for-local-emergency-shelterThe WVU Health Sciences DEI Cross-Cutting Committee is hosting a donation drive through Dec. 20 to benefit the Rape and Domestic Violence Information Center shelter.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002025-02-20T11:38:38-05:00b5ff38c0-9008-48fa-afaa-60fa027e2395https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-trained-faith-community-nurse-to-host-saturday-clinics-nursing-call-line-and-more-in-fairmontA new program called Neighborhood Nurse will launch in January 2025, offering a Saturday clinic and a nursing hotline. This initiative is a collaboration between Faith Community Nursing (FCN) and Compassion Central.Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-12-04T16:46:32-05:0048622176-6921-4e5a-a0b5-1e2f0a431fb1https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-podcast-episode-climbingmountain-withoutguideInfo about the new episode of the Adjusting the Sails podcast featuring Dr. Norrine Russell, mother to two complex teens and the founder of Russell Coaching.Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-26T08:12:25-05:0002527487-79c8-4eb0-bd91-4f2ea6a15bb7https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-compassionate-care-podcast-seeks-hopeful-stories-about-relationships-between-parents-and-healthcThe new Compassionate Care podcast is seeking stories that showcase meaningful relationships between parents/caregivers of medically complex children and healthcare professionals.Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-22T15:17:30-05:0092f7a781-f32d-40a8-81e2-9d29eedf5743https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=faith-community-nurse-creates-vital-access-to-care-point-in-randolph-countyKassie Swecker, a Faith Community Nurse trained by the WVU School of Nursing, is utilizing her skills and training to establish a nurse-led access to care point at Good Shepherd Assembly of God in Elkins, West Virginia. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-18T08:18:03-05:00705b9007-9718-4e14-9b91-f3a8d2ee1387https://www.wboy.com/news/monongalia/wvu-school-of-dentistry-gives-free-dental-services-to-veterans/In recognition of Veterans Day, the WVU School of Dentistry and WVU Dental provided free dental services to active military and veterans in the region.Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-12T08:46:11-05:00174f13e0-0621-41ab-b2d0-c885f88efecchttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-ced-program-partners-with-marshall-university-to-bring-assistive-technology-to-more-west-virginiThe West Virginia Assistive Technology System (WVATS) has partnered with the Marshall University Department of Communication Disorders to bolster their Oshel Lending Library to help make assistive technology items more accessible for West Virginians.Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-11T11:35:22-05:000b60272a-47fd-4bda-a56a-023a145fcf54https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/resources/wvu-student-veteran-seeks-to-be-the-health-care-provider-he-neededsomdiscoverGrowing up in Glen Dale, West Virginia University sophomore Kenneth Brannan didn't think college would ever be in his future. So, he signed up for military service and reported for duty shortly after graduating from high school. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-15T13:28:11-05:001dc3e6af-ab51-4f7f-9e34-3f496910e6f7https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=sophomore-nursing-student-discusses-cyprus-study-abroad-trip-during-global-health-week-2024During West Virginia University's Global Health Week 2024, sophomore WVU School of Nursing student Braeden Thornton presented "Nursing Care and Education in Cyprus."Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-08T13:33:11-05:00eb638865-9afb-4b63-9168-11f018c02b21https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-november-2024Taking time to engage in activities that bring joy, such as movement, practicing mindfulness and spending time with those you care about, can help alleviate some of the pressure you may feel.Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-11-06T12:14:43-05:0032bd6622-1b2f-49b2-b63a-0c571b61a344https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-nursing-celebrates-its-first-generation-college-studentsTo celebrate First-Generation College Week at West Virginia University, Nov. 4-8, the WVU School of Nursing asked students and faculty to share their experiences and best advice for other students who are first-generation. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-04T08:26:14-05:00b6c5b514-87b5-4851-810a-399125cbce7dhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-dentistry-to-host-day-of-free-oral-care-for-veteranssomempowerThe West Virginia University School of Dentistry will provide free oral health screenings for military veterans and active duty, National Guard and Reserve members on Monday, Nov. 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The annual event – Veterans Oral Health Day – will take place in the WVU Dental clinics on the Health Sciences Campus in Morgantown.Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-04T09:08:33-05:00cc7e3eb1-9c8d-41ea-8599-dff1d07c317ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-october-2024HSCommunity provides resources for connecting with the campus community and supporting your well-being.Wed, 16 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-10-16T13:40:11-04:00ef4a5eee-cce3-4b8b-80d9-7ba81d6315d0https://www.dominionpost.com/2024/09/24/center-for-excellence-in-disabilities-offers-sibling-outreach-programs-for-brothers-and-sisters-of-those-with-special-medical-needs/The Dominion Post highlights the Sibshops and SibTeen programs offered by the WVU Center for Excellence in Disabilities.Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-27T09:22:29-04:007423353b-de29-4b89-b209-fc18c4ed0b48https://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/09/24/engage-with-the-community-through-olli-at-wvuThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WVU is seeking volunteer instructors and presenters for the Winter 2024 term, which runs from Jan. 20 through March 15.Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-27T09:36:30-04:009f84f998-3752-4419-a28d-e65c157972f6https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=foundation-of-faith-community-nursing-course-open-for-fall-2024This Fall 2024, the WVU School of Nursing is offering the Foundation of Faith Community Nursing course. The course starts Oct. 7 and ends Dec. 2.Fri, 20 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-23T08:49:31-04:00a6698afb-7df4-4e47-8fa9-ccc6007bee33https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=trans-safe-zone-training-to-be-held-oct-15A Trans Safe Zone Training session will be held Oct. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. via Zoom, hosted in collaboration between the WVU School of Nursing, WVU LGBTQ+ Center and Suncrest United Methodist Church.Fri, 20 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-20T16:07:27-04:00f9965db7-807a-41ad-868f-1c044f6e210chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-september-2024HSCommunity provides resources for connecting with the campus community and supporting your well-being.Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-27T11:32:13-04:008eb85787-8d05-4aab-95cc-1cebe75e5e46https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=logan-county-nurse-builds-access-to-care-with-wvu-school-of-nursing-trainingKeri Workman, a registered nurse (RN) based in Logan County, is making a significant impact in her community by building nurse-led access to care points. Workman recently completed the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing training program offered by the WVU School of Nursing through the Westberg Institute.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-03T13:00:21-04:001dc779ac-c0e0-4ce4-861f-cdead4633096https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-august-2024HSCommunity provides resources for connecting with the campus community and supporting your well-being.Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-17T11:26:42-04:00e8e57e79-c1b8-466d-a611-b208d38924d0https://olliatwvu.wpcomstaging.com/archives/14169OLLI at WVU will host the 18th annual Irving Goodman Aging Lecture on Wednesday, Sept. 18. This year's lecture, "Is Sleep the Key to Healthy Aging?," will be delivered by Adam P. Shira, Ph.D., vice chair for research and faculty in the Department of Mental Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.Fri, 23 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-27T09:31:43-04:00b842db1c-e787-477a-98e4-c763d71b511ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-nursing-partners-with-mon-county-health-department-to-provide-scholarships-for-foundatThe WVU School of Nursing and the Monongalia County Health Department are excited to announce a new collaboration to support local nurses in advancing their professional education. Through this partnership, five nurses from Monongalia County will receive scholarships to complete the Foundations of Faith Community Nursing course over the next year. This initiative aims to enhance the healthcare services provided within the community where faith and health intersect.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-23T08:36:50-04:00c05b1541-f94d-4f9a-bab0-6ed6392ac9ebhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=three-wvu-school-of-nursing-students-awarded-residency-through-va-stepThree WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus students were awarded nurse residency through VA-STEP, previously known as VALOR, at the Beckley VA Medical Center.Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-23T08:36:27-04:00e100e736-b58f-4d92-85f0-f977ccde28b7https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-podcast-episode-connection-community-and-compassionNew episode of the Adjusting the Sails podcast featuring Parent Network Specialist Bonnie Shannon.Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-12T08:58:30-04:006366d951-3465-43cd-a8d3-4711a4e512c1https://www.lootpress.com/princeton-nurse-launches-faith-based-screening-and-outreach-program/Mercer County registered nurse Tera Dillow has launched a new health screening and outreach program within Princeton's Johnston Chapel Baptist Church community. Dillow brings 25 years of experience having lived and worked in the Mercer County area and has completed the West Virginia University School of Nursing's Foundations in Faith Community Nursing Course as a means of additionally reinforcing her abilities and capacity for effective outreach.Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-07T10:27:16-04:008c25efc9-e687-468d-a7e8-13d5e58fff46https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=internal-medicine-resident-s-passion-for-advancingfield-brings-her-to-wvu-from-kuwaitsomempowerAs the West Virginia University School of Medicine's newest class of the Graduate Medical Education program begins training, among them is the first resident sponsored by the government of Kuwait.Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-08T12:29:24-04:00ae6e576b-c161-4fc3-bedf-8c5392f83e1ahttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=mercer-county-nurse-launches-faith-based-health-screening-programTera Dillow, RN, a dedicated faith community nurse, has recently launched a health screening program within her local faith community, Johnston Chapel Baptist Church in Princeton, West Virginia.Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-29T15:48:32-04:00ca58af87-6673-4b1a-bcee-5943bed66cd9https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hear-west-virginians-with-disabilities-speak-aboutimportance-of-person-centered-care-to-celebrateadaThe CED spoke with West Virginians with disabilities about the importance of person-centered care and what it means to them. The independence provided by person-centered care aligns with the rights protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, which celebrates its anniversary on July 26.Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-29T08:19:17-04:00a0a5d48d-b350-41e8-b914-b3f3e8917ddbhttps://www.wvuf.org/news-publications/news/2024/07/23/wvu-faculty-couple-s-50k-gift-supports-global-opportunities-at-school-of-nursingfacultynewsThe WVU School of Nursing is expanding international experiences and opportunities for students thanks to a couple's $50,000 gift. The gift from Drs. Susan and Neal Newfield establishes the Murdoch Newfield International Community Fund, an endowment that provides financial support for global education programs within the school.Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-24T13:37:37-04:00c33838a4-59c8-4f4a-b286-b3a73e5f8fd9https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-friendshipsWhen I think about all the things I have accomplished and seen in life, it is the people I have connected with and call my friends that I cherish the most.Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-19T09:46:05-04:00c15343e9-4f20-41f2-841b-a46fc29803f9https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-nursing-graduate-students-lead-diabetes-education-program-at-local-churchIn a collaborative effort to tackle diabetes in the community, graduate students from the WVU School of Nursing and Health Sciences teamed up to provide crucial education at Suncrest United Methodist Church.Thu, 11 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-11T16:08:07-04:006247eb68-35a4-4281-86cc-567385dc32e2https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-otd-graduate-joins-country-roads-staff-after-creating-peer-mentor-workbook-for-capstone-projectsomeducateNew OTD graduate Taylor Grout made a workbook for Country Roads peer mentors as her capstone project. She herself was a former peer mentor, and will use her previous experiences to guide her as she joins the Country Roads staff this fall.Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-09T09:15:49-04:0085b452be-65cb-4a19-8aa0-7b584504c7c1https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-podcast-episode-supporting-other-parents-passion-worth-pursuingInformation about the new episode of the Adjusting the Sails podcast featuring Whitney Price, founder of the UnPuzzled Parents Connect Support Group.Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-08T08:58:40-04:0002839093-23e1-4f60-a2f0-65a968ab62f1https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ced-and-augusta-levy-introduce-new-wheeling-support-group-for-parents-of-children-with-disabilitiesThe WVU CED and the Augusta Levy Learning Center are offering a new monthly Circle of Parents Support Group in Wheeling, WV. The first meeting happens on July 16, 2024, with monthly meetings happening every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2:30 p.m.Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-01T11:00:32-04:00900e73a2-95f4-45a9-98c6-e0e7db806301https://www.theintermountain.com/news/communities/2024/06/jones-working-with-west-logan-church-to-build-a-nurse-led-access-to-care-point/LOGAN — Shatika Jones, a new Faith Community Nurse who received training from the WVU School of Nursing, is working with West Logan Church to build a nurse-led access to care point within her community.Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-29T15:49:12-04:00ed0dd573-daf1-4054-8ee4-33f3b9d9fd46https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-magazine-feature-miles-of-smilesOver the Kanawha River and through the Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia's winding roads are leading future dental professionals to small towns and healthcare deserts across the state. Read more from WVU Magazine.Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-21T15:08:24-04:006942855d-07f6-4112-89f3-49ccc32c2803https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-refresh-and-reconnectIn the spirit summer, let your strengths shine like the sun and let your care for each other radiate warmth and comfort wherever you are.Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-18T14:17:00-04:005c6abc80-7054-43dd-a67a-2d3fd7d90c3ahttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ced-offers-highly-requested-virtual-trainings-on-rotating-basis-as-wvu-ced-ally-trainingsThe WVU CED is offering four new virtual trainings featuring basic information about disabilities. They are offered on a rotating basis. Social Work CEUs are available.Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-18T16:26:49-04:004780fe1f-e7a4-4f1d-88ab-e163fe18a8cdhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=nursing-students-invited-to-study-abroad-in-spain-in-2025During "Spain: The Art of Healthcare in Barcelona & Valencia," students will spend Spring semester meeting to discuss the trip experience and gain a working knowledge of healthcare and nursing in Spain. The semester will culminate in a trip to Barcelona and Valencia from May 19-26, 2025.Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-13T15:50:04-04:00b4e42a0f-7212-4d6b-9231-217377941d1dhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=former-autism-clinic-attendee-graduates-high-school-featured-in-people-magazineHope Crichigno's journey from being diagnosed with severe autism at an early age to graduating high school was recently featured in People Magazine. Hope received autism services through the CED and WVU Medicine Children's.Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-12T11:31:02-04:006c480ed3-3979-443b-b375-99d67ab4cfdahttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/resources/wvu-program-that-is-changing-student-lives-called-gold-standard-of-inclusive-postsecondary-educationMonongalia County native Spencer Hession is a new West Virginia University graduate who is leaving the University better prepared than when he arrived because of his time in the Country Roads Program, designed for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-10T09:18:26-04:001b58df58-a9cf-467b-b369-02c3e7e7213chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-nursing-graduate-and-wvu-army-rotc-cadet-recently-commissioned-as-second-lieutenantWVU School of Nursing Class of 2024 graduate and Army ROTC cadet Cherilyn Zeltman was recently commissioned onto active duty as a Nurse Corps officer.Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-24T14:28:31-04:0070a56b5a-6cfc-427c-be9b-bce46aa196fbhttps://enews.wvu.edu/articles/2024/05/31/engage-with-the-community-through-olli-at-wvuThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WVU is seeking volunteer instructors and presenters for its fall 2024 term, which runs Sept. 16 through Nov. 23.Fri, 31 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-06-03T11:23:13-04:00a04aa7c5-b2e8-4451-bea8-05181b2ba95ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=care-beyondhospital-faith-community-nursing-allows-logan-county-nurse-to-give-back-to-her-communityShatika Jones, a new Faith Community Nurse who received training from the WVU School of Nursing, is working with West Logan Church to build a nurse-led access to care point within her community.Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-30T16:36:44-04:00