https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/SchoolOfPublicHealth/Student-Announcements50 most recent storiesen-US35b7853c-fb9b-4145-8a2f-f7133cf4fefbhttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-researchers-seek-participants-for-study-examining-cbd-and-driving-performanceResearchers at the West Virginia University School of Public Health are seeking volunteers to participate in a study exploring how cannabidiol (CBD) may affect driving performance, cognition and sedation among healthy adults.Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-06-05T12:18:09-04:0042a9959b-b8bd-40bc-8f7c-021922e32418https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=prospective-dental-students-invited-to-learn-about-wvu-at-godental-virtual-fairThe West Virginia University School of Dentistry will participate in the upcoming American Dental Education Association (ADEA) GoDental Virtual Fair Wednesday, May 20, from 2-5 p.m. EST.Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-19T09:35:53-04:003e840536-f421-44d8-86d6-094576627b0chttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=graduate-course-for-summer-2026-public-mental-health-pubh-658Public Mental Health (PUBH 658) is an online course available to graduate students. No prerequisites or instructor permission are required. This 3-credit hour course offered by the WVU School of Public Health explores the principles and methods of general epidemiology with an emphasis on their application to mental disorders.Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-05T11:55:08-04:0083f8c07c-ab73-4748-b9df-ea0aec602971https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=undergraduate-course-for-summer-2026-public-mental-health-pubh-458Public Mental Health (PUBH 458) is an online course open to all undergraduate students. This 3-credit hour course offered by the WVU School of Public Health introduces students to the core principles of epidemiology, with a focus on their application to mental health.Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-05-05T11:55:17-04:00f19985d9-1b67-46c4-907c-049c289d6ad1https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=mph-capstone-showcase-scheduled-for-may-5-and-6WVU School of Public Health faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in the Spring 2026 Master of Public Health Capstone Showcase on May 5 and 6, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in HSC, G119A or via Zoom.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-28T17:20:17-04:007955995c-2c76-4d01-9ee4-e3e8c1a13e30https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=complete-operation-blue-sky-s-student-interest-survey-for-giveaway-entryOperation Blue Sky is collecting feedback from students about ongoing and future projects and new ides with a Student Interest Survey. A giveaway drawing will take place on May 1 for students who completed the survey.Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-30T08:52:15-04:00079ed157-1b2d-4c30-8e66-515d24f79eedhttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=spring-into-may-with-operation-blue-sky-eventsOperation Blue Sky will host a variety of events to kick off May, including events to help students prepare and stay motivated throughout finals week.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-24T09:51:56-04:003351f43f-5de9-4a06-b240-05a644caca97https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=spring-undergraduate-capstone-showcase-scheduled-for-wednesday-april-29WVU School of Public Health faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in the Spring 2026 Senior Capstone Showcase on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 beginning at 4 p.m. in Health Sciences North, 2940A.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-28T15:30:04-04:00c1f6c9bb-250c-4838-9619-d90cf1c1c0cbhttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-public-health-to-hold-year-end-awards-ceremony-april-29The WVU School of Public Health will host its annual Year-end Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 5 p.m. All SPH students, faculty and staff are invited to attend.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-21T14:59:31-04:00548a010d-129a-4fee-852b-352fea60b57ahttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=donate-baby-items-for-wvu-medicine-children-s-nicu-clothing-driveThe Master of Health Science program is hosting an ongoing clothing drive to benefit the WVU Medicine Children's NICU.Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-21T14:50:34-04:00f320efff-a88e-4b40-a916-db886aaf50echttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=join-us-forfifth-annual-community-health-expo-april-26The West Virginia University Health Sciences and Technology Academy (HSTA) Alumni and Ambassadors Association and Minorities Association of Pre-Healthcare Students (MAPS) will host the Fifth Annual Community Health and Wellness Expo on April 26 outside the WVU Student Recreation Center from 2 to 5 p.m.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-22T11:03:26-04:00865c7293-f727-42c3-8328-5adb1ec428a6https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=support-saph-through-chipotle-fundraiserSupport the Student Association of Public Health by participating in the Chipotle fundraiser on Wednesday, April 15 from 5-9 p.m. at the High Street location in Morgantown. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-08T15:23:20-04:007db8bf4a-239a-4b59-b544-e4dffe342753https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ipe-art-inpylons-slated-for-april-6The Art Therapy and Music Therapy programs at West Virginia University invite students, faculty, staff and the public to participate in stress-relieving crafts and music during Art at the Pylons, taking place on April 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Light snacks/refreshments will be available. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-06T09:17:49-04:000cf0ceb9-338b-4d76-a99c-176053c2ce90https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=graduate-student-appreciation-week-wellness-wednesday-on-april-8-will-feature-baby-bunniesTo celebrate Graduate Student Appreciation Week, Operation Blue Sky will sponsor a Wellness Wednesday event on April 8 in the HSC Pylons.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-06T09:17:26-04:00ba842c87-c2a2-499b-b0ee-50315e4b682dhttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hsc-day-atballparkWVU Athletics would love to invite you to Wagener Field at Kendrick Family Ballpark for the WVU Baseball game on May 1st against the Kansas State Wildcats. First Pitch is at 6:30 p.m. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-31T09:42:23-04:0069aec68a-b762-47db-8050-d89e77370c05https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=coming-soon-saph-apparel-fundraiserSupport WVU School of Public Health students by shopping the Student Association of Public Health online apparel fundraiser from Monday, March 30 through Monday, April 13.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-30T09:30:20-04:00fdcceb92-ccf0-44c3-a48b-6172a10ca31dhttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=blood-drive-planned-for-april-8-at-j-w-ruby-memorial-hospitalAn American Red Cross blood drive will be held on Wednesday, April 8, from 12-6 p.m. at WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital Bruce McClymonds Conference Room A for WVU employees and students. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-31T09:42:44-04:005acc46cc-7801-443a-8123-6dca74717d3ahttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=beyondfeed-healthcare-marketing-leaders-join-school-of-public-health-administrative-grand-rounds-to-WVU School of Public Health Master of Health Administration program and the WVU Graduate Chapter of Upsilon Phi Delta will host a virtual Administrative Grand Rounds titled "Employing Social Media to Build Customer Satisfaction and Community Outreach" on Friday, April 10, 2026, from noon to 1:30 p.m. ET.Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-31T09:44:59-04:008c88c845-368b-4115-be2e-0db75fa0047ahttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ready-set-action-wvu-school-of-public-health-to-celebrate-national-public-health-weekThe WVU School of Public Health encourages everyone to join in with students, faculty, and staff to celebrate with a series of events, April 6-12, focused on advocacy and community engagement. All events are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-14T15:44:33-04:00f9b46610-9e70-4f1f-a59d-ca9078cb5ad5https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=celebrate-teamwork-during-ipe-month-in-aprilApril is Interprofessional Education (IPE) Month at the WVU Health Sciences Center. In celebration, the Office of Interprofessional Education will host a series of events.Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-03-16T14:31:13-04:00a4811c08-0c9f-4abc-b8e8-e21eb8c512ebhttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=hsc-s-got-talent-invites-students-to-show-off-their-skills-on-april-21Do you have a secret skill that deserves the spotlight? Whether you sing, dance, juggle, or have a knack for comedy and poetry, we want to see it! The Health Sciences Center Talent Show is your chance to step onto the stage, share your passion, and represent your team.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -04002026-04-02T15:21:40-04:0086f90584-ebd6-4ca2-b8a9-c5e30091df68https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=interested-in-serving-your-community-and-earning-valuable-skillsJoin us for the first meeting of the Mountaineer Medical Reserve Corps (MMRC) on Wednesday, March 11, noon – 1 p.m. in HSC, Room 2940A to learn how you can get involved and gain certifications, such as CPR/First Aid, Naloxone administration, and more. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-03-09T12:52:11-04:00100284a1-5809-4218-a681-f2b246c8c8dchttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=blood-drive-planned-for-march-10-at-j-w-ruby-memorial-hospitalAn American Red Cross blood drive will be held Tuesday, March 10 from 12-6 p.m. at WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital Bruce McClymonds Conference Room A for WVU employees and students.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-03-09T11:37:38-04:00421463d4-029a-4afb-a8d2-3594207f99c6https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=undergraduate-gef-and-honors-course-to-be-offered-in-fall-2026-social-determinants-of-health-pubh-20WVU School of Public Health will offer PUBH 202: Social Determinants of Health for the Fall 2026 semester. The 3-credit course is available to undergraduate students interested in learning more about the social factors or determinants that impact health.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-03-09T11:37:50-04:00a400d8be-8130-4c8e-a930-3ec08302a221https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=undergraduate-gef-and-honors-course-for-fall-2026-introduction-to-public-and-community-health-pubh-1WVU School of Public Health will offer a 3-credit course, PUBH 101: Introduction to Public and Community Health, for undergraduate students interested in learning more about public and community health. The course is available for the Fall 2026 semester. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-03-09T11:37:59-04:008b4b2c81-50cb-4779-91f8-4b439637232ehttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=stories-of-recovery-event-will-take-place-march-4Join us to hear stories of recovery from speakers from West Virginia Sober Living in Morgantown on Wednesday, March 4, at 9:30 a.m. in the WVU Health Sciences Center North, room 3067. This event is free and open to all WVU community members.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-26T10:52:48-05:00f312491f-7e90-495b-81b0-82c79c254cfdhttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2026/02/17/wvu-seeks-applications-from-aspiring-leaders-for-hazel-ruby-mcquain-graduate-scholarshipAspiring leaders with an affinity for West Virginia may be eligible for the Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship, named for the difference-maker and philanthropist whose generosity has made a lasting impression in the Mountain State.Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-24T13:26:23-05:0003999801-53ad-4358-8fa2-aa7873308a3ahttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-center-opens-new-student-career-center-and-career-closet-to-support-professional-groWest Virginia University Health Sciences Center (HSC) is proud to announce the opening of the new HSC Student Career Center, a dedicated space designed to empower Health Sciences students as they prepare for their professional journeys.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-24T13:26:33-05:002bdff2bb-c36a-48a1-930c-081017a9d670https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=takebreak-tee-off-and-refill-your-cup-at-bewell-s-monthly-eventJoin BeWell on Feb. 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Pylons for their monthly wellness event. "Tea off for Wellness" will include grab-and-go herbal tea.Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-17T09:13:44-05:008858db99-e937-45a6-8047-54fb44f94868https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=scholarship-opportunity-for-2026-2027-john-l-lewis-scholarshipThe WVU Hub would like to announce a scholarship opportunity for 2026-2027--John L. Lewis Scholarship. Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-16T11:57:16-05:0088e5d965-9343-495c-a87a-7a0cea9c00b2https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=student-groups-encouraged-to-register-for-booths-for-ipe-month-health-fairStudent groups interested in registering a booth for the IPE Month Health Fair are encouraged to do so by Feb. 27.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-12T11:47:35-05:00ccd0eb6b-a6b6-47c8-ac51-d17e9004b95ahttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=operation-blue-sky-announces-events-to-brighten-up-februaryWest Virginia University's Operation Blue Sky has two events scheduled in February for the Health Sciences community.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-10T14:32:38-05:00aec1e56e-4d64-4be9-97d4-bfb7fc92c5e2https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=fourth-annual-heart-health-and-black-history-month-discussion-panel-slated-for-feb-25The fourth annual Hearth Health and Black History Month Panel is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, Feb. 25 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at West Virginia University's Mountainlair Gluck Theater.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-13T11:38:27-05:0086f229a1-67e9-457c-8899-503b1404f4ebhttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=2026-wvu-rural-health-day-registration-now-openWVU Rural Health Day provides an opportunity to hear about and participate in activities that will enhance, impassion and provide support in the sometimes daunting path to applying to healthcare graduate programs.Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-10T09:11:22-05:00e896d0dc-c331-4c2c-959e-91268610e1f4https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=interested-in-learning-about-infectious-diseases-and-how-they-are-transmittedThe School of Public Health is offering a new undergraduate-level course in the fall 2026 semester for any students interested in learning about infectious diseases and the role of public health in disease transmission and control. PUBH 428: Infectious Disease Epidemiology is a 3-credit course that will be offered in person at the WVU Health Sciences Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 - 2:20 p.m. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-03T08:45:08-05:000f4770a3-422c-49f0-b201-8ad1cbacf1fahttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=operation-blue-sky-music-inpylons-to-be-held-feb-2WVU Health Sciences Operation Blue Sky invites all students, faculty and staff to visit Pylons Commons for a special performance on Feb. 2 by Ryu Wada, violin; Jackson Thee, flute; Jeremiah Hines, piano; and Supphanat Lamache, piano. Music will last from 1:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Free coffee and hot chocolate will be provided.Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-30T10:39:28-05:0034f1df61-0eca-434d-837e-3982000ade56https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-students-invited-to-participate-in-interdisciplinary-case-competition-focusing-on-addressing-fooWVU students are invited to participate in Innovate for Good: Co-Creating Solutions for Community Problems, an interdisciplinary case competition focused on creating real-world solutions for West Virginia nonprofits addressing food insecurity.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-30T10:42:06-05:000222e0c0-a879-47c3-bd73-446bf6057936https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=destination-dentistry-for-prospective-wvu-students-to-be-held-march-28The West Virginia University School of Dentistry invites pre-dental college students to visit campus for Destination Dentistry on Saturday, March 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-27T08:29:50-05:00931f239d-3ab9-4e8a-81d5-f4d6cb03a63chttps://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=support-our-future-healthcare-leaders-shophasa-apparel-fundraiserThe Health Administration Student Association in the WVU School of Public Health is hosting an online apparel fundraiser through February 1, 2026, to support student travel to professional conferences.Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-21T09:29:17-05:004084d539-5278-494a-a6ca-0dfea20217f8https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=join-school-of-public-health-for-graduate-programs-information-sessions_0Have you considered taking your career or education to the next level? Join WVU School of Public Health director of admissions and recruitment for one of our virtual information sessions held throughout the Spring 2026 semester that explore our various master's programs and provide tips on funding and how to apply!Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-01-20T17:07:24-05:006133f6ce-fbc2-4267-88e3-accbb757fd17https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-public-health-explores-early-career-strategy-in-administrative-grand-roundsWVU School of Public Health Master of Health Administration program and the WVU Graduate Chapter of Upsilon Phi Delta will host a virtual Administrative Grand Rounds titled "Strategically Mapping Your Early Career Development" on Friday, February 6, 2026, from noon to 1:30 p.m. ET.Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -05002026-02-17T10:25:22-05:0019739bd2-45c0-425d-8d17-2494f13f9ba4https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=inside-healthcare-leadership-development-senior-hr-leaders-join-school-of-public-health-administratiWest Virginia University School of Public Health Master of Health Administration program and the WVU Graduate Chapter of Upsilon Phi Delta will host a virtual Administrative Grand Rounds titled "Proactively Managing Your Development as Healthcare Leaders" on Friday, January 16, 2026, from noon to 1:30 p.m. ET.Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002026-01-14T13:45:32-05:007eed97f9-4dcf-40c1-a269-0d6f43a5faf9https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=m-s-biostatistics-practicum-and-mph-capstone-presentations-scheduled-for-dec-16WVU School of Public Health faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to attend Fall 2025 M.S. in Biostatistics Practicum and Master of Public Health Capstone Presentations on Tuesday, Dec. 16 from 3-5 p.m.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-11T22:24:30-05:0074c86156-4484-4b99-bb65-6657033dacc0https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=new-undergraduate-course-for-spring-2026-infectious-disease-epidemiology-pubh-493aThe School of Public Health is offering a new undergraduate-level course in the spring 2026 semester for any students interested in learning about infectious diseases and the role of public health in disease transmission and control.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-09T09:04:52-05:0035a0bae5-a47e-4305-8d3b-9018d2749770https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=operation-blue-sky-announces-several-december-eventsWest Virginia University's Operation Blue Sky has two events scheduled in December for the Health Sciences community as the holidays and end of semester approach.Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-12-02T12:31:05-05:006bb997f3-e59a-4860-9ec0-a1037229c7e4https://publichealth.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 -05002025-11-24T13:19:57-05:00ffa2b8f4-5454-4cd5-90ec-0477183f3319https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wv-college-students-help-advance-research-on-substance-use-and-driving-behaviorsDo you attend college or technical school in West Virginia? If so, we need your help with a research study about substance use and driving behaviors among college students.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002026-01-14T12:20:35-05:004bad91f2-78f7-4039-843e-589255c70e39https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=bewell-s-newest-wellness-event-celebrates-gratitudeBeWell will host a wellness event, Harvesting Wellness Through Gratitude, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, in the Health Sciences Center Pylons Commons.Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-07T14:03:01-05:0033b82700-a574-45d1-92d6-6ef9f915aea5https://www.monchd.org/newsroom/please-take-three-minutes-to-help-us-improve-health-in-ncwvThe Monongalia County Health Department conducts this Community Health Needs Assessment every three years. Residents of Monongalia, Preston and Marion counties are encouraged to take this three-minute survey that helps them decide what programs to offer and who to partner with to make real community changes.Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-04T10:25:12-05:0001a1d93e-4259-4cfb-8042-c5815fb47047https://publichealth.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-school-of-medicine-and-school-of-public-health-offer-two-new-accelerated-pathwayssomenagaeThe West Virginia University School of Medicine and the School of Public Health are partnering to launch two accelerated pathways that enable students to earn both an undergraduate degree from the School of Medicine and a graduate degree from the School of Public Health in just five years. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -05002025-11-04T15:05:51-05:00