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WVU School of Nursing student researches substance misuse solutions

Gwendolyn Arnold, a senior at the WVU School of Nursing, took notice to the lack of education around drug misuse in West Virginia, and decided she needed to do something about it.

WVU School of Nursing partners with Mon County Health Department to provide scholarships for Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course

The 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.

Three WVU School of Nursing students awarded residency through VA-STEP

Three WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus students were awarded nurse residency through VA-STEP, previously known as VALOR, at the Beckley VA Medical Center.

WVU School of Nursing graduate travels to Honduras to assist with medical care

There is no doubt registered nurse Savannah Pennington has a passion, and a knack, for what she does. Her WVU School of Nursing professor, Dr. Emily Barnes saw Pennington’s potential, so she informed her about a chance to provide people with medical care in Honduras during the spring.

WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus celebrates Southern WV Junior Nursing Academy participants

The academy, hosted Aug. 13-14 at the WVU Tech campus, welcomed rising eighth, ninth and tenth graders. During the event, students visited Raleigh General Hospital and Appalachian Regional Hospital. They also learned CPR skills and visited AirEvac professionals.

Beckley Summer Jumpstart Program successfully welcomes incoming students

The WVU School of Nursing Beckley Campus successfully provided incoming students with an engaging overview of the nursing profession and the student experience during the Summer Jumpstart Program.

WVU in the News: WVU Trains And Retains Highly Trained Nurses

Fifteen graduates from West Virginia University’s School of Nursing have achieved a significant milestone by earning one of the highest degrees in nursing. Notably, eight of these graduates have chosen to stay in West Virginia, addressing the state’s critical need for healthcare professionals.