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Students in the MD curriculum are reminded of an important School of Medicine policy regarding the use of the internet and social media. Here is a link to the policy for your reference:

http://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/Students/MediaLibraries/Medicine-Students/Media/Documents/PDFs/Policies/Student-Social-Networking-Policy.pdf

Questions should be referred to your campus Associate Dean.

In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting stories from the African American Community. Henrietta Lacks sough...
02/21/2026

In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting stories from the African American Community. Henrietta Lacks sought treatment for cervical cancer in the early 1950s at Johns Hopkins. Lacks, an African American woman, ultimately died from the disease in 1951. Cell tissue was extracted, examined, and was later used in various research projects due to the cell’s unusual rapid reproduction. However, Lacks did not consent to the removal or use of these cells (later known as HeLa cells). The cell line was used for several scientific breakthroughs, despite her family not knowing about their use until the 1970s. Using the cells brings about several important considerations for both consent and privacy. Posthumously, Lacks has been acknowledged and celebrated for her contribution to health and science, despite never knowing that her cells would be used for such purposes. HeLa cells were used to develop the polio vaccine and used in the development of 11,000 patents. (Photo credit Lacks Family) Learn more here: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3516052/

This evening begins the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is one of the pillars of the Islamic faith. Around the wo...
02/17/2026

This evening begins the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is one of the pillars of the Islamic faith. Around the world, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset throughout the month. Typically, many Muslims break their fast with dates. Muslims also focus on self-improvement and ways to strengthen their relationship with God. Learn more here: https://www.history.com/articles/ramadan

Presidents’ Day is an American holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. Originally established in 1885 in rec...
02/16/2026

Presidents’ Day is an American holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. Originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, it is still officially called “Washington’s Birthday” by the federal government. Traditionally celebrated on February 22—Washington’s actual day of birth—the holiday became popularly known as Presidents’ Day after it was moved as part of 1971’s Uniform Monday Holiday Act, an attempt to create more three-day weekends for the nation’s workers. Presidents’ Day is now popularly viewed as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents, past and present. Learn more at http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/858470/Presidents-Day

Today is Parinirvana Day commonly celebrated in East Asia. Also celebrated by some monks on February 8th, Parinirvana co...
02/15/2026

Today is Parinirvana Day commonly celebrated in East Asia. Also celebrated by some monks on February 8th, Parinirvana commemorates Buddha’s death and entry into Nirvana. In doing so, Buddha broke the cycle of suffering and rebirth because of his enlightenment, reaching the highest happiness. This day is celebrated by reading from the Nirvana Sutra, which describes the final few days of Buddha. Buddhists will also meditate and visit monasteries or temples to reflect about deceased family members and their own mortality. Learn more at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parinirvana_Day .

In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting stories from the African American Community. General Benjamin O. Da...
02/14/2026

In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting stories from the African American Community. General Benjamin O. Davis, Jr, seen here, was the commander of the Tuskegee Airman. However, he was also the first African American brigadier general of the US Air Force. Incredibly, his father, General Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. was the first brigadier general in the US Army and served in WWII. Davis Jr. rose to the level of lieutenant general in 1965 and post-retirement was promoted to full general in 1998 by President Bill Clinton. Learn more here: https://www.thenmusa.org/biographies/benjamin-o-davis-jr/

On Valentine’s Day, many spend time celebrating love, especially between couples. Although originally a Christian holid...
02/14/2026

On Valentine’s Day, many spend time celebrating love, especially between couples. Although originally a Christian holiday, today it is recognized in many countries by anyone who wants to celebrate the spirit of love. Often, it is celebrated by the exchanging of cards and other gifts. Cupid, known in Latin as Amor, is often used as the symbol of the holiday, shooting his bow and arrow, striking couples with love. To learn more visit: http://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day

Our WVU School of Medicine medical students and recruitment specialist Chelsey Hoy welcomed and interacted with over 120...
02/12/2026

Our WVU School of Medicine medical students and recruitment specialist Chelsey Hoy welcomed and interacted with over 120 students representing 24 high school teams from across the state at the 2026 West Virginia Science Bowl on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in Morgantown. They provided information about the exceptional opportunities available at WVU, the only R1 research institution in West Virginia.

Today is Scout Sunday! On February 8, 1910, William Dickson Boyce filed incorporation papers in the District of Columbia...
02/08/2026

Today is Scout Sunday! On February 8, 1910, William Dickson Boyce filed incorporation papers in the District of Columbia and created the Boy Scouts of America. Scouts across the country typically celebrate by attending religious services at their sponsor organization on the first Sunday of the month. https://www.scouting.org/resources/relationships/scout-sunday/

In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting stories from the African American Community. This image (1960) of R...
02/07/2026

In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting stories from the African American Community. This image (1960) of Ruby Bridges, the first African American student to attend a previously all white school in New Orleans—William Frantz Elementary School. She was escorted everyday by US Marshals dispatched by President Eisenhower. Her and her family faced threats and lost employment. Meanwhile, the school’s parents and teachers (save one) boycotted the elementary school. Bridges was the only student in her class for a year. Nonetheless, she and her family courageously persisted, and the boycott came to an end. Bridges is now an American civil rights leader. Learn more here: https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/ruby-bridges

In 1863 in the middle of the civil war, the state of West Virginia broke away from Virginia and became the 35th state in...
02/07/2026

In 1863 in the middle of the civil war, the state of West Virginia broke away from Virginia and became the 35th state in the United States. West Virginia University was established by an act of the West Virginia legislature on February 7, 1867 and established as a land grant institution under the Morrill Act of 1862 granting federal land and funds to states for higher education, focusing on agriculture, engineering, and mechanical arts.. The college, originally called the Agricultural College of West Virginia, opened its doors in September 1867. The name changed in December 1868 to West Virginia University. Happy anniversary!

Today is National Wear Red Day. Women and men often wear red on this day to raise awareness of women’s heart health. Lea...
02/06/2026

Today is National Wear Red Day. Women and men often wear red on this day to raise awareness of women’s heart health. Learn more here: https://www.goredforwomen.org/

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