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WVU student Veteran Kenneth Brannan stops for a photograph during a military training exercise.

WVU student Veteran seeks to be the health care provider he needed

Growing up in Glen Dale, West Virginia University sophomore Kenneth Brannan didn’t think college would ever be in his future. So, he signed up for military service and reported for duty shortly after graduating from high school. He served his country in the U.S Air Force as an F-15 crew chief for seven years, including two deployments, but his military career turned out to be riskier on U.S. soil than during the time he spent overseas.

Mountaineer Week features lunchtime music in the food court on the downtown campus.

WVU to celebrate Appalachian heritage during Mountaineer Week

West Virginia University celebrates its rich Appalachian roots each year with a week of activities that showcases music, food, and arts and crafts from the Appalachian region. Mountaineer Week, now in its 77th year, begins Monday (Nov. 11) and continues through Sunday, Nov. 17.

Photograph of WVU student Alexander Neukam sitting at a picnic table in a park.

Summer internship reinforces WVU student’s passion for helping others

When Alexander Neukam arrived at West Virginia University, he wasn’t entirely sure what path he would take. Like many students, he came in undecided, exploring his options and finding his footing. It wasn’t until a summer conversation after his freshman year with his grandparents, both nurses, that he realized his calling was in health and well-being.

A female WVU student paints a picture on a canvas during a stress management exercise on campus.
A person stands at a desk while typing on a computer. The desk is in front of two windows.

Standing desk not the answer to decreasing blood pressure, WVU research shows

Alternating between sitting and standing at work decreases sedentary behavior, but it has no effect on lowering blood pressure, according to a study led by a West Virginia University epidemiologist. Researchers also found that too much standing during work may have negative effects on cardiovascular health.

A portrait of Dr. Jerry Wallace, who is wearing a tan suit and dark bowtie, is shown on a blue background.
Gov. Jim Justice holds up a piece of signed legislation while surrounded by WVU officials at the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute.

WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute receives state funding to expand research and treatment for food addiction and post-traumatic stress disorder

The West Virginia University Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute will initiate first-in-the-world clinical research studies thanks to a $2 million supplemental appropriation approved during a recent special session of the West Virginia Legislature. Dr. Ali Rezai, executive chair of the RNI, and WVU President Gordon Gee welcomed Gov. Jim Justice, state lawmakers, and WVU academic and Health System leaders to campus Monday (Oct. 28) to make the official announcement.

A group of students wearing bike helmets ride bikes together down a path.
Cordell McClung poses with the WVU Let's Go flag on the banks of a river with a bridge in the background.
A red graphic includes the words WVU Alert in white.