Health care teams from WVU help ensure safety at high adventure Jamboree
Health care teams of students, residents and faculty from the WVU Health Sciences schools of Dentistry, Medicine and Nursing and Eberly College of Arts and Sciences traveled to the Summit Bechtel Reserve for the 20th National Jamboree from July 19-28 to keep the more than 15,000 Scouts, leaders and volunteers safe and healthy during their visit to southern West Virginia.
The Conversation: Millions of Americans believe aromatherapy works – but for many doctors, it still doesn’t pass the smell test
Dr. Marian Reven discusses the history of using essential oils and their aromas to improve health and well-being, as well as the potential risks and benefits of the practice of aromatherapy today.
WVU School of Nursing recruitment specialist elected president of WVACRAO
Phillip Engelkemier, a WVU School of Nursing college recruitment specialist, has been elected President of the West Virginia Associate of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to helping provide college exploration opportunities for students in West Virginia.
WVU to offer two new service learning classes
The Service-Learning Faculty Advisory Committee, responsible for providing guidance on academic community engagement at WVU, has recently expanded academic offerings with the approval of DENT 767: Rural Community Dentistry Experience and NSG 441: Nursing in Complex Community Systems.
WVU Nursing, Extension partnership to support community garden efforts in Mercer County
Knowing the challenges of the area as a community insider, Kristen Goins has spearheaded an initiative in McComas to revitalize the Mercer County coal camp. She reached out to WVU Extension and the WVU School of Nursing to help make her dream become a reality.
Charleston Campus Chair selected to serve on NLN committee
Dr. Theresa Cowan, WVU School of Nursing Charleston Campus Chair, was recently selected to serve on the National League for Nursing Foundation Scholarship Selection Panel for 2023.
Nursing faculty member recognized as WVU Medicine Platinum Nurse of the Year
Marian Longstreth, a faculty member at the WVU School of Nursing, was recently recognized by WVU Medicine as Platinum Nurse of the Year.
Aromatherapy could provide a sweet smell of success for substance use disorder patients, WVU study finds
Aromatherapy eases stress in people undergoing treatment for substance use disorder which, in turn, could enhance their chances of a successful recovery, according to West Virginia University research. The study, which is ongoing, incorporates the use of essential oils as an integrative therapy that is part of a bigger picture model focusing on the whole person.
WVU Nursing to host DNP Nurse Anesthetist information session Aug. 3
The West Virginia University School of Nursing is hosting an online information session for the DNP Nurse Anesthetist program Thursday, Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. During the event, attendees can learn more about the program from director Dr. Aaron Ostrowski.
WVU in the News: MCHD recognizes WVU School of Nursing for pandemic support
The Monongalia County Health Department (MCHD) has recognized the efforts of the West Virginia University (WVU) School of Nursing for their assistance during the pandemic.