Marshall University Coordinating Regional Forum On Geohazards’ Impact On Transportation

Engineers, geologists and transportation planners from across the region will meet at James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Va., Tuesday, July 30, through Thursday, Aug. 1, for the nationally recognized Appalachian States Coalition for Geohazards in Transportation’s 13th annual technical forum, “Geohazards Impacting Transportation in the Appalachian Region.” Coordinated by Marshall University’s Center for Environmental, Geotechnical…

WVU and Alzheimer’s Association Launch Online Program For Dementia Care Training

West Virginia University Continuing & Professional Education is partnering with the West Virginia Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association to offer the online Dementia Care Training Program beginning August 5. The program provides students with the basic skills to care for those with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s. Dementia represents a set of symptoms – memory loss, behavior…

WVU Improves Workplace Safety While Driving Down Costs

With budget cutbacks being one of the top priorities at West Virginia University, officials are looking at a variety of areas to reduce costs while not eroding quality, services or the safety of students or employees. Through the joint efforts of the Offices of Risk Management, Human Resources and Environmental Health and Safety, WVU has…

WVU Receives More Than $1 Million In Support From Oak Ridge Associated Universities

Last year, West Virginia University received more than $1 million in career enhancement opportunities from Oak Ridge Associated Universities. At a meeting with faculty on WVU’s campus this week, ORAU University Partnerships Specialist Steve Roberts discussed how the organization assisted 46 members of the WVU community. Roberts visited the Morgantown campus to learn more about…

West Liberty University’s Controller Stephanie Hooper-Golein Promoted to Vice President of Finance

West Liberty University President Robin C. Capehart announced the promotion of Stephanie Hooper-Golein to vice president of finance recently. Hooper-Golein previously held the position of controller. “I have a passion for higher education and really enjoy working in academia and at West Liberty University. I am grateful for this opportunity,” she said. Her promotion is…

Boone Memorial Hospital Dietary Department Recognizes Volunteers

Staff of the Boone Memorial Hospital Dietary Department commends two very loyal and dedicated individuals for their volunteer service. “For years Judy Harless and Mildred “Mick” Maynard have given tirelessly to our department and we wanted to do something to show our appreciation,” said Richard Holliday, Dietary Director. The Dietary Staff pulled together and bought…