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Breaks Interstate Park October 25-26, 2024 Breaks, VA 24607 Thursday 6-8:30 PM - Reception for residents and leadership pizza! Friday 8-9:00 AM - Anthony Baffoe-Bonnie, MD, FIDSA, Chief, Section of Infectious Diseases, Associate Professor of Medicine, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Carilion Clinic: "Mpox and Routine Care: Incorporating Mpox Risk Assessment… Continue reading 2024 ‘Head for the Hills’ – Agenda Now Available!
Happy April! As the weather changes from 75 and sunny one day to snowy conditions the next, remember to take some time for yourself and enjoy all that our region has to offer. Summer is quickly approaching! Check out the links below to see all the amazing events that are being hosted this month. Some… Continue reading April Events
Happy March, y'all! As spring approaches and warmer weather is in the near future, take advantage of all the events that Southwest Virginia has to offer this month! Known nationally for world-class hiking and live music, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Also, don't forget to "spring forward" for Daylight Savings Time on March… Continue reading March Events
SWVA GMEC Executive Director Wendy Welch and professionals from LMU-DCOM will be leading a session on community nourishment projects at the 2024 South and Appalachia Creative Placemaking Summit next month! THE COMMUNITY NOURISHMENT PROJECT "Medical educators and students team up with housing residents to create infotaining programs using painting, sculpting, dance, foodways, and music to teach… Continue reading ‘The Community Nourishment Project’ – 2024 South & Appalachian Creative Placemaking Summit
Happy February! Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring so it is the perfect time to embrace the cold weather before it is too late and enjoy all that Southwest Virginia has to offer in late winter. As Valentines Day approaches, celebrate those you love by attending a local concert, cooking class, trivia, or support a… Continue reading February Events
Check out the wonderful opportunity below! Enjoy the beauty of the Historic Greenbrier resort while learning about the intersection of HIV, hepatitis, and substance use and abuse in Appalachia and its rural communities. Sign up now to receive a discounted rate. Scholarships are available to attend! May 19-21, 2024Historic GreenbrierWhite Sulphur Springs, WVThis major summit… Continue reading Appalachian Syndemic Summit 2024
Happy New Year! As the holiday season comes to a close, remember to take time for yourself, rest, and rejuvenate to start the new year right! Explore the links below to see all that the region has to offer this month. Lee, Wise, & City of Norton Happy New Year! Ring in the new year… Continue reading January Events
Every last Saturday of the month, the Future Professionals Club of UVA-Wise partners with Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine students, as well as the Community Nourishment Project of Southwest Virginia, to provide a day of food, fellowship, and fun for community members in Norton, Virginia. Some of the past events that have… Continue reading UVA-Wise and LMU-DCOM Students Partner Together for Community Service in Appalachia
On a cool Monday in October, the University of Virginia’s College at Wise hosted its annual STEM-H - science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health - Day. The event has been a tradition on campus for over a decade and is one of the landmarks of the fall semester. At Day in STEM-H, over 600 sixth… Continue reading UVA-Wise Hosts Annual STEM-H Day
The holiday season has finally arrived. During this time, remember to rest, enjoy the season, and spend time with those you love! Check out the links below to explore all that Appalachia has to offer in December. Lee, Wise, & City of Norton Check out the calendar linked below to see live music, trivia, and… Continue reading December Events
Southwest Virginia Graduate Medical Education Consortium 