https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/HealthSciences/Global-Engagement-Office50 most recent storiesen-USe1c537c1-672f-4522-9f0c-44d2b38ae3fdhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-wvu-expert-shares-information-about-deadly-chemicalTwo people were killed and dozens injured, including emergency responders, after a volatile reaction at a chemical manufacturing facility in Nitro, West Virginia on Wednesday April 22, 2026. A chemical reaction occurred at Catalyst Refiners Inc. during a cleaning process involving a tank at the facility, creating hydrogen sulfide.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-04T14:19:03-04:006bb997f3-e59a-4860-9ec0-a1037229c7e4https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=students-encouraged-to-apply-for-nancy-sanders-memorial-student-global-travel-awards-deadline-dec-14somdiscoverApplications are now open for a travel grant offered by the West Virginia University Health Sciences Global Engagement Office (GEO), which provides funding for students to engage in various global health initiatives.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-24T13:19:57-05:0027bbd5da-e096-434d-bd7c-79a1a1bff167https://www.wboy.com/news/monongalia/west-virginia-university/wvu-global-health-week-kicks-off-with-speaker-rahul-gupta/WVU Health Sciences is hosting Global Health Week from Oct. 6-10, and former White House senior drug policy advisor Rahul Gupta kicked off the event speaking to students and staff on topics related to global health.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-14T10:19:30-04:00b51af859-67c5-4747-98e9-6c64588f1064https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=dr-rahul-gupta-to-deliver-keynote-at-wvu-global-health-weekSponsored by West Virginia University Global Health Program, Health Sciences will host Dr. Rahul Gupta as the keynote speaker for Global Health Week 2025 at the event "Health Without Borders: Innovation, Access, and the Future of Global Health" on Monday, Oct. 6, at noon in Room 1905 of the Health Sciences Center North. A Zoom option will also be available. Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-30T14:45:20-04:001436879b-3906-4ccc-9d71-20fe45e9ae1dhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-to-host-global-health-week-oct-6-10Sponsored by the West Virginia University School of Medicine Global Health Program, WVU Health Sciences will host Global Health Week Oct. 6-10 with daily presentations highlighting innovation, access and the future of health care worldwide.Sun, 21 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-29T06:31:17-04:002dd32c30-9c91-46e7-b85d-120c307624e9https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-expands-global-impact-through-gabon-appointment-with-support-from-west-virginia-national-guardsomengagesomhealAs a prominent land-grant and flagship R1 institution, West Virginia University is expanding its global engagement through an academic appointment in Gabon, supported by the West Virginia National Guard's State Partnership Program. The initiative demonstrates WVU's commitment to collaboration, knowledge exchange and service.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-09-02T12:03:33-04:0039d277be-42a2-4606-992d-432e2f3f91f4https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-and-oman-s-national-university-highlight-global-accreditation-success-at-international-conferencChristopher Martin, M.D., M.Sc., professor in the West Virginia University Schools of Medicine and Public Health and director of global engagement at the WVU Health Sciences Center, recently presented a collaborative success story on medical education at an international conference in Bangkok, Thailand.Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-07-01T12:41:17-04:003962fde7-aecb-40eb-a528-22d98da83447https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-students-gain-global-health-experience-through-nancy-sanders-grantFive West Virginia University students recently completed international health care experiences made possible by the Nancy Sanders Memorial Student Study Abroad Travel Award, offered through WVU Health Sciences Global Engagement. The award supports students committed to global health and service.Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-06-10T13:52:28-04:0067f640bc-cff8-460a-8121-50345078ef5ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-students-provide-care-through-dental-mission-in-guatemalaFor millions of people living in rural Guatemala, access to dental care and education is significantly limited, leading to high rates of oral disease. To help address their needs and improve well-being, students and faculty from the West Virginia University School of Dentistry visited the Central American country for a humanitarian mission during Spring Break.Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-15T12:20:35-04:00768a7ba4-1c56-4dd1-b2ca-c952c9f99455https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=the-third-annual-heart-health-and-black-history-month-discussion-panel-will-take-place-wednesday-febThe third annual Heart Health and Black History Month discussion panel will take place Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the Mountainlair Gluck Theater.Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-02-20T18:30:30-05:008c25efc9-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 -04002024-08-08T12:29:24-04:005d5f23ff-ec03-453f-9488-f22358951658https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=students-explorefuture-of-health-care-in-study-abroad-trip-tonetherlandssomdiscoverStudents from West Virginia University recently completed a trip to Groningen, Netherlands as part of the School of Medicine's Exercise Physiology Class: The Future of Healthcare.Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-08-08T12:32:26-04:0040379ead-7c03-4988-96a5-b0a99b5bff20https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-professor-honored-with-national-distinguished-service-awardWest Virginia University Professor Christopher Martin, MD, MSc, has been selected to receive the National Board of Medical Examiners Edithe J. Levit Distinguished Service Award.Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002025-06-25T16:20:25-04:00fcecf8db-c6a5-436f-9e32-25f0c8d2e0a7https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-study-abroad-opportunity-in-cyprus-available-for-wvu-nursing-studentsThe WVU School of Nursing will soon offer its students an opportunity to study abroad for a full semester in Cyprus, where they can experience a new culture and learn about healthcare in another country.Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-12-04T10:14:32-05:004f63fbe1-7087-459e-a982-d7b72e0b6cc2https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=participation-in-global-organization-prepares-wvu-student-for-career-in-medicineA West Virginia University School of Medicine student is helping address health challenges and improving well-being through education, research, service and advocacy as a Consortium of Universities for Global Health Trainee Advisory Committee member.Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-25T13:16:33-04:002bbe76fc-ff21-43e6-b186-482bf6901eabhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=study-abroad-trip-provides-wvu-student-with-beneficial-experiences-in-pharmacy-and-beyondWhile balancing classes, extracurricular activities, internships and work, students at West Virginia University have several opportunities for hands-on experiences that connect classroom learning to real-word practice.Thu, 07 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-07T12:45:08-04:006d3ffdca-bd90-42c6-802b-828e51bcc1b0https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=explore-diversity-in-healthcare-during-global-health-week-at-wvusomengageSponsored by the West Virginia University School of Medicine Global Health Program and Health Sciences Global Engagement Office, Global Health Week will be held Monday, Sept. 18, through Friday, Sept. 22.Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-19T12:00:22-04:00d030fd66-303d-42b9-bd9c-36c55b6304b7https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-pharmacy-extends-exchange-program-with-omanIn a world where the exchange of knowledge transcends borders, two students from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Oman traveled to Morgantown, West Virginia, for a unique learning experience.Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-06-27T13:22:11-04:008ce7c55a-075b-44a2-82da-19b95985632ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=emphasis-on-well-being-supports-wvu-health-sciences-students-growth-and-successsomempowerAs students in West Virginia University Health Sciences' five schools – Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing,Pharmacy and Public Health – pursue their purpose to serve others, the university is committed to helping them flourish in and outside of the classroom.Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-04-24T15:46:30-04:00faba118f-30e5-49f1-b850-702010fb5f08https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-expert-provides-global-training-in-occupational-healthsomkindIn the past decade, the rate of occupational injuries in Turkey has increased. To help combat this growing issue, an expert from West Virginia University has traveled to the nation's capital city to provide training in occupational health and safety.Tue, 24 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-01-30T15:55:58-05:00fa83db6b-9396-4da2-b4fa-628cd32efbf2https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-guest-essay-covid-what-nowsomengageIn The Dominion Post, Dr. Chris Martin writes about life with COVID heading into another winter.Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-10-17T08:55:26-04:00c732013d-e2a0-4ab9-b2ed-8fd192492513https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-nursing-collaborates-with-japanese-counterpartConnecting students from different parts of the world, the West Virginia University School of Nursing's collaboration with Hamamatsu Municipal Nursing College in Japan is providing opportunities for students from both schools to share their experiences.Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-09-21T10:13:04-04:00a636ecde-9e68-43e5-aec2-3df244d09d31https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=global-learning-partnership-connects-wvu-students-with-health-care-providers-in-brazilThanks to a collaboration between West Virginia University and Amizade, the West Virginia Virtual Service Learning to Brazil Program allowed students to learn about the healthcare system directly from clinicians in medicine, physical therapy and dentistry in an online environment.Fri, 26 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-08-30T11:53:02-04:004ebf221d-5769-4c85-950c-7e6728997c3ahttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=explore-equity-advocacy-during-global-health-week-at-wvuSponsored by the West Virginia University School of Medicine Global Health Program and Health Sciences Global Engagement Office, Global Health Week will be held Sept. 19-23. Featuring speakers from across the United States, this year's topics include COVID-19 pandemic response and vaccine equity, landmine eradication, global critical care and international aid.Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-09-13T12:12:11-04:00d4903ff9-e273-48c4-84e7-f7ddf20417c7https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-students-participate-in-global-health-pilot-courseMembers of the West Virginia University Health Sciences community recently had an opportunity to participate in the pilot offering of Pillars of Global Health, a course designed to establish baseline understanding of global health principles.Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-07-26T11:41:12-04:00a87cc5a8-6129-4d80-90da-bd16b826f8e1https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=student-travel-and-faculty-research-abroad-grants-open-for-submissionssomengageThe application period for the Nancy Sanders Memorial Student Travel Grant and the Nancy Sanders Memorial Faculty Research Abroad Grant is now open. Up to ten student awards of $2,000 each are available for the academic year. One faculty global pilot research award of $10,000 is available.Fri, 01 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-09-23T10:30:44-04:0057bd4c98-e090-4a87-b640-cb0b33f609e0https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=public-health-medicine-professor-nationally-recognized-for-lifetime-achievement-in-pioneering-occupaFor more than 20 years, West Virginia University School of Public Health Professor and Program Director Christopher Martin, MD, has dedicated his career to education and research in occupational medicine at WVU. Now, he's receiving national recognition for his lifetime achievements.Fri, 03 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-06-07T09:35:32-04:0083e9b0e9-7557-4e3c-9cdf-89b16f6c6426https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-educator-emphasizes-importance-of-global-health-focus-in-educationsompurposeGlobal health rotations offered through the West Virginia University School of Medicine provide fourth-year medical students with experience in the practice of medicine in a global setting, introduce students to important global health issues and prepare students for global travel. Wed, 01 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-06-09T14:49:54-04:00cd7c6929-4847-4c6d-9711-4ea9b9c8d215https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-professor-applies-global-health-perspective-to-family-medicinesompurposeA horseback riding accident during high school set Dr. Katie Hill on a path to becoming a doctor. After enrolling at West Virginia University, the Wyoming County, West Virginia, native found a passion for working with different cultures and underserved populations, and the School of Medicine's Global Health Track provided her with an added focus on healthcare disparities and comparative approaches to health throughout the world.Wed, 18 May 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-05-23T12:25:17-04:00980380fb-5a89-49e5-83e4-17fc378e500ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=karshenas-appointed-to-leadership-role-for-association-of-academic-health-centersWest Virginia University Health Sciences Associate Vice President for the Global Engagement Office Allie Karshenas has been named chair of the Chief Academic Officers group of the Association of Academic Health Centers.Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-05-18T14:54:34-04:0076ebb155-0697-49ea-99a7-0e83eeef4d35https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=egyptian-delegates-visit-wvu-health-sciences-to-discuss-collaboration-opportunitiesWest Virginia University recently welcomed two high-ranking officers of the Egyptian government to campus for a tour of Health Sciences facilities.Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-03-31T10:20:23-04:000e8d44c2-8b16-4f36-b964-5290f7758ec9https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2022/03/25/wvu-trauma-team-supports-ukraine-trauma-surgeons-with-training-and-suppliessomkindAs healthcare professionals in Ukraine are increasingly overwhelmed by dire circumstances amid war, some are relying on training from experts at West Virginia University.Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-06-09T14:48:56-04:00c7ad4eba-9e89-407f-b7aa-eebbd6d64d01https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2022/03/22/donations-being-accepted-to-help-wvu-international-students-affected-by-war-in-ukraineComfort comes in many forms during a crisis. Some are easy to see, others happen quietly but with the urgency that emergencies demand. In the days since the war in Ukraine began, West Virginia University has responded to help those in need. Currently, there are eight undergraduate students and one exchange student from Ukraine and 10 Russian students, including two undergrads and eight graduate students, attending WVU.Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -04002022-03-29T09:43:47-04:0080724333-5c2b-4c84-bd1c-889f5dcc517chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-to-hostnumber-of-events-during-wvu-diversity-week-2021"Cultural Conversations: Celebrating the Social Significance of Ethnicity" is the theme of WVU's Diversity Week 2021. WVU's annual Diversity Week endeavors to promote celebration, education, and understanding of different identities and experiences present on our campuses. A number of Health Sciences-specific events have been planned as part of this year's lineup.Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -04002022-03-21T16:15:46-04:008e0b1442-e033-4665-8379-3d6fabf27d97https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=international-scholar-to-address-human-right-to-health-and-lawDavid H. Moore, professor of law at Brigham Young University, will present "Interpreting Human Rights" and "The International Human Right to Health" from noon to 1 p.m. on Oct. 6 and Oct. 13, respectively. Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-12-14T16:48:24-05:0016a4a48f-b270-4e0e-a624-e64db9686a27https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hscommunity-results-wv-seekingend-to-povertyJust as our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives focus on creating meaningful change where we work, learn, and provide care, one group at Health Sciences is targeting their effort toward creating that change among communities we serve, as well.Thu, 16 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -04002022-03-28T19:54:49-04:0040e9668d-a3eb-4062-8ea5-24b4fd59a1afhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=results-national-advocacy-and-organizing-fellowship-seeking-applicationsIn this 11-month experience, RESULTS Fellows advocate at the intersections of poverty and anti-oppression and learn how to work with the media, their communities, and policymakers to create change.Fri, 03 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -04002022-03-28T20:09:00-04:00658887b0-d8da-41de-9a02-b3ff5313fc23https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=pre-health-office-announces-fall-2021-schedule-of-seminarsThe WVU Pre-Health Professional Development Office has finalized their Fall 2021 schedule of seminars. Find full seminar and workshop descriptions and register for any of these events by vising the Get Started page of their website.Fri, 03 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -04002022-03-28T20:09:12-04:004f69ffc6-7905-448d-be22-6507dd540822https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-analysis-on-covid-surge-with-dr-christopher-martinDr. Christopher Martin joins Imam Malik Mujahid for a Muslim News Special Analysis on the recent surge of COVID-19 cases. Fri, 23 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-07-27T12:05:04-04:00fc7f311d-62c4-4387-b09d-ee6efe8e73d9https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=register-now-to-learn-how-other-countries-experience-health-careEver wondered how people in other countries experience health care? If you've asked yourself any of the following questions, this session might appeal to you.Tue, 25 May 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-06-03T12:22:07-04:005d8e6b90-3e4a-44d5-9553-136fc2d8468ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-innews-country-in-roads-building-vaccine-confidence-in-rural-americaEPIDEMIC is a weekly podcast series on the science, public health and social impact of the coronavirus pandemic. The series helps listeners understand the latest science and the bigger context, bringing diverse angles—from history to politics to virology—depth and texture. Hear from some of the world's leading infectious disease, public health and other experts.Thu, 15 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-04-21T09:58:00-04:00b68fe276-5823-462a-9e0c-5272621d143bhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=covid-19-vaccine-challenges-progress-global-health-perspective-from-singaporePoh Lian Lim, MD, MPH, a global expert on COVID vaccination efforts, will present "COVID-19 Vaccine Challenges & Progress: A Global Health Perspective from Singapore" on Thursday, April 22 at 7:30 p.m.Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -04002022-04-01T09:14:22-04:007e7cdfea-5af7-4ed9-9c81-ffa3a355b2d9https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=finding-our-voices-in-global-health-advocacy-food-insecurityThe Global Health Program and RESULTS WV are co-sponsoring "Finding Our Voices in Global Health Advocacy: Food Insecurity" April 8 at noon via Zoom. Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -04002022-04-01T09:19:51-04:007a42b134-29e4-46c3-afd7-12e9224e0094https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=office-of-global-affairs-to-offer-virtual-education-abroad-fairFaculty and students are invited to join the Office of Global Affairs virtual Education Abroad Fair Nov. 18.Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -05002022-04-28T08:44:33-04:00cbb8a579-8152-45c4-89be-868c67da25f5https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=results-sponsoring-survey-to-gauge-2020-candidates-support-for-health-issuesThe RESULTS chapters at WVU and New River WV are sponsoring a 2020 candidate survey in anticipation of the upcoming General Election in November. Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -04002022-04-28T09:46:14-04:006c7c6ed0-bab3-41fc-972d-6e1205d8737chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-global-health-week-lectures-to-showcase-importance-of-worldwide-interconnectednessWest Virginia University will celebrate Global Health Week 2020 from Monday, Oct. 19 through Friday, Oct. 23. Sponsored by the WVU Global Health Program, six lectures will be offered via Zoom throughout the week. Faculty, residents, fellows, students, staff and the Morgantown community are invited to attend.Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -04002022-04-28T09:46:18-04:00f57042e2-77c1-4606-87e5-08f704d3622dhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-launches-website-focusing-on-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-effortsA new website, health.wvu.edu/diversity, was recently launched to highlight the diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) work across the Health Sciences Center.Thu, 25 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -04002022-05-04T12:12:46-04:0061d738a1-ee45-4bc4-8b5d-3ad861e989aahttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=two-global-engagement-office-members-appointed-to-national-advisory-groupcovid19covid-19Two members of the Global Engagement Office at WVU Health Sciences have been appointed to the Global Network Advisory Group for the Visiting Student Learning Opportunity (VSLO) program of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -04002020-06-23T16:40:18-04:00e632b8ca-a595-47f2-9f95-3abf38591970https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=virtual-forum-scheduled-for-persons-of-color-underrepresented-minoritiesThe Health Sciences Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Council invites all faculty, residents/fellows and students who identify as a person of color or an underrepresented minority to join a virtual forum Tuesday, July 14 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -04002022-05-04T12:13:43-04:0092433815-59e7-407c-bcd5-db28e9adc371https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=recent-graduates-follow-passion-for-global-healthMany students choose to study public health because they want to make a difference in the world. For some graduates, that may include returning to their hometown to help patients at the local hospital navigate the healthcare system. For others, it might mean traveling the United States to provide expertise during natural disasters. For two recent graduates of the West Virginia University School of Public Health, making a difference in the world will take them across the globe.Mon, 08 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -04002020-06-08T13:10:30-04:00