The Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine is proud to announce Charles H. McKown Jr., M.D., has been named dean emeritus in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field of radiology and his exemplary leadership during his long-standing tenure as dean of the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine.
At Marshall University, the designation of dean emeritus is a distinguished honor reserved for individuals whose service to the institution has been deemed of extraordinary merit.
During his nearly 23-year tenure as dean from 1989 to 2011, McKown’s leadership brought tremendous growth to the medical school and forever changed the health care landscape in the Tri-State region. Beginning in 1998 and the decade that followed, the School of Medicine saw the completion of five new clinical, educational and research buildings with an investment of more than $120 million, including the Marshall University Medical Center, Robert C. Byrd Biotechnology Science Center, Erma Ora Byrd Clinical Center and Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center. The new facilities not only enabled the school to address emerging educational requirements but also accommodated a growing faculty and dedicated clinical skills lab.… Read More
The Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine has named Stephen M. Petrany, M.D., to the new role of vice dean of addiction sciences and recovery.
A board-certified family medicine physician, Petrany has served as professor and chair of the Department of Family & Community Health at the Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine since 2014. Under his leadership, the department experienced unprecedented growth in outreach, health policy and rural medicine as well as the creation of a new Division of Addiction Sciences dedicated to leading the School of Medicine and Marshall Health’s response to the addiction crisis.
In his new role, Petrany will work to integrate addiction science efforts across Marshall Health Network and facilitate collaboration throughout the university to best address the complexities of substance use disorder and recovery efforts.
“Consistent with Marshall University’s focus on addiction sciences and behavioral medicine, Dr. Petrany’s new role brings unique experience and dedicated leadership to an important field,” said David Gozal, M.D., M.B.A., Ph.D. (Hon), vice president of health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine. “His role will be vital in establishing Marshall University as a national and international beacon of hope and innovation in the field of addiction sciences while continuing to address the pressing needs of our communities in West Virginia.”… Read More
On Nov. 14, 1970, a Southern Airways DC-9 crashed near the Huntington Tri-State Airport, claiming the lives of all 75 individuals on board, including 37 members of the Marshall University football team, eight coaching staff, 25 boosters, community members, and five Southern Airways employees. Seventy children lost at least one parent, and 18 were orphaned after losing both parents. This incident stands as the worst sports-related air tragedy in history.
Marshall University and the Marshall 75 Family Alumni Chapter have established a 75 Legacy Scholarship Fund for the descendants of the crash victims who wish to pursue a higher education degree at Marshall University.
“This scholarship fund will allow descendants to attend Marshall at no cost to themselves,” said Leslie Deese Garvis, president of the Marshall 75 Family Alumni Chapter. “What better way to ensure the legacy of the 75 endures through their descendants than to provide a way for them to attend the university they loved.”
This fund is designed to support full-time or part-time undergraduate students who are direct descendants and who have fulfilled the obligations of the standard application process and are accepted to Marshall University. The award shall be renewed for up to four years (eight semesters) if the recipient maintains good academic standing.
Priority for this fund shall be given to the first-generation descendants (son or daughter) of the 75. If there are no first-generation recipients, recipient criteria shall be expanded to include any direct descendants of the 75 beyond the first generation.… Read More
Marshall University engineering student and Yeager Scholar Tyler Hebert will become a published writer in the Winter 2024 issue of Public Roads, a magazine published by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration.
Hebert’s essay, “Intumescent Paint Protection in the Transportation Industry,” will be featured as part of a student writing competition.
Her article, recognized for its clarity and engaging style, addresses key transportation issues and proposes innovative solutions. The publication of her article in a leading magazine not only showcases her academic excellence but also highlights Marshall University’s commitment to fostering research and critical thinking among its students.
Recent transportation issues, including a bridge collapse on I-95 and subsequent fire, inspired Hebert’s essay.
“I felt it was important to write about my proposed solution of employing intumescent paint protection on essential bridge components to decrease extreme road closures from fire-related issues,” Hebert said. “Intumescent paint, which expands when exposed to heat, has the potential to decrease fire-related bridge collapses by increasing the necessary response time for first responders to combat the fire before the bridge fails entirely. Through this publication, I hope this issue gains additional exposure and is researched further to increase the reliability and resilience of our bridges across the nation.”
In a letter to Hebert, Dr. Kelly Regal, the associate administrator for Research, Development and Technology with the FHWA said Hebert’s work was impressive.… Read More
Officials with Marshall University and TKM College Trust, Kollam, India, today signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at offering study abroad opportunities in the liberal arts and sciences for both schools, while providing a framework for future collaboration.
It’s anticipated the MOU will accelerate various academic, research and cultural initiatives, with the goal of promoting educational excellence, innovation and international cooperation.
“Marshall University has long been a leader in global education and partnerships. This new partnership with TKM College in India opens up exciting new possibilities of collaboration with one of the most dynamic, growing markets in the world, “said Dr. Avinandan ‘Avi’ Mukherjee, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs. “This proposed articulation will allow students from Marshall to learn from global immersion and students from India to experience the wonder of West Virginia.”
Marshall Assistant Provost for Global Education Dr. Zelideth María Rivas said the initiative is truly exciting.
“We look forward to having our students pursue their learning passions through a study abroad experience in India that highlights the liberal arts and sciences,” Rivas said. “We are eager to also host TKM College students here at Marshall and introduce them to West Virginian American culture.”
Representing TKM College Trust in Huntington were Dr. S. Ayoob, executive director and vice chancellor and Dr. A Sudheer, dean of alumni affairs. Joining them was Mr. Arun Subramony, an alumnus of TKM and a participant in the Lewis College of Business’ Doctor of Business Administration program at Marshall and who… Read More
Marshall University will host the annual Christmas concert of the Brass Band of the TriState at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, in Smith Recital Hall on the Marshall campus.
Under the direction of Dr. Michael Stroeher, a professor of low brass at Marshall, the group will perform Christmas music from the Medieval era up to contemporary favorites like “The Christmas Song” and “White Christmas.”
“The Brass Band of the TriState is a British-style brass band, the only one of its kind in the state,” Stroeher said. “It has been around for over 25 years and performed in national competitions as well as a number of venues locally and regionally.”
The concert is free and open to the public.… Read More
The Marshall University Foundation has announced a grant of $50,000 from the American Electric Power Foundation to benefit the Department of Communication Disorders, Marshall University Speech and Hearing Center and the Huntington Scottish Rite Foundation.
The grant supports two objectives, which are technology training and community outreach, and the growth of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in STEM.
“AEP and the AEP Foundation have a long-standing history of supporting Marshall University and its students,” said Steven G. Stewart, director of government affairs for AEP. “We are again proud to support the Department of Communication Disorders. This is an outstanding program that allows these graduates to make an immediate positive impact on patients in need of their services.”
On Nov. 28, Stewart posed for a photo with Pam Holland, chair of the Department of Communication Disorders; Michael Prewitt, dean of the College of Health Professions, which houses the Department of Communication Disorders; Jenny Vance, program director, grant management for the Marshall Foundation; Lance West, vice president for development for the Marshall Foundation; and Sarah Clemins, associate professor and director of clinical education within the department.
In 2020, the AEP Foundation gave funds to develop a speech-language pathology simulation STEM laboratory with specific focus on the science and technology of speech-language pathology, as well as improving awareness and advocacy for communicating and chewing/swallowing, which are two primary basic functions that are often taken for granted.… Read More
The Marshall University Foundation has announced that Wes and Martha Richardson have pledged $50,000 in support of the new Brad D. Smith Center for Business and Innovation at Marshall University with Northwestern Mutual matching the gift for a combined $100,000.
Hailing from Huntington, Wes Richardson, the managing partner of Northwestern Mutual West Virginia, and Martha Richardson, a Marshall graduate with undergraduate and graduate degrees in education, have been steadfast supporters of the Big Green Scholarship Foundation for several years. With the establishment of the new business center, the Richardsons have chosen to enhance their philanthropic commitment to the university, marking a significant stride in their ongoing support for Marshall’s educational endeavors.
“If you look at our Huntington office, a majority of our successful advisors are graduates of Marshall,” Wes said. “Marshall University stands as an invaluable source and steadfast partner for Northwestern Mutual, contributing to our shared achievements and growth.”
The facility, which is being built in the 1400 block of Fourth Avenue and scheduled to open in early 2024, is expected to be 77,000 gross square feet, and will house classroom space, a forum and auditorium, computer and finance labs, office space, meeting rooms and study spaces for students. It will be the center for economic advancement in the region, with the capability of hosting both small and large business gatherings.… Read More
Marshall University Professor Rachael Peckham will present the keynote December Commencement address on Saturday, Dec. 9, at Mountain Health Arena in Huntington.Peckham is a professor of English at Marshall University, teaching courses in the art and literature of creative nonfiction, including autobiography, memoir and the personal essay. Since joining Marshall University’s faculty in 2009, Peckham has been awarded a Distinguished Artists and Scholars Award for junior faculty; a Pickens-Queen Teaching Award; a John Marshall University Scholars Summer Award; a Hedrick Teaching Fellowship; and most recently, the Hedrick Outstanding Faculty Award for 2022-2023.
Marshall’s commencement will feature one ceremony, beginning at 10 a.m. with President Brad D. Smith presiding. Among the 1,100 graduates between summer and fall, more than 500 are expected to participate in the ceremony.
U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin will also deliver special greetings to the December graduates.
Parking
Parking is available in the parking garage on Third Avenue across from Mountain Health Arena. In addition, parking is available in the Pullman Square garages for a minimal fee. All three parking garages are in reasonable walking distance of the arena.
Security
Mountain Health Arena has implemented security procedures such as walk-through metal detectors for all events occurring in the building, including Marshall’s commencement ceremonies. Graduates and guests should allow additional time to make it through security and find seats before the ceremony begins.
Prohibited items include illegal drugs or substances, outside food and drink, knives, guns, pepper spray, lasers, glow sticks, fireworks, wallet chains, sharp spiked jewelry, selfie sticks,… Read More
David Gozal, M.D., M.B.A., Ph.D. (Hon), vice president of Health Affairs and dean of the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, was named to the 2023 list of Highly Cited Researchers™ list by Clarivate™.
Of the world’s population of scientists and social scientists, Highly Cited Researchers are one in 1,000. Each researcher selected has authored multiple Highly Cited Papers that rank in the top 1% by citations for their field(s) and publication year in the Web of Science over the past decade.
During the time interval used by Clarivate, Gozal’s publications were cited nearly 50,000 times, and Clarivate marked several of Gozal’s papers as Highly Cited Papers. These papers focused on sleep and sleep apnea including diagnostics, pathophysiology and treatment approaches as well as studies on COVID-19. Gozal also received a designation for his cross-field research work, an award that recognizes those whose highly cited papers impact multiple different fields of study.… Read More
Marshall University’s W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications (SOJMC) is welcoming four new members to its Hall of Fame.
Katherine L. “Kitty” Dooley, Caryn Schafer Gresham, Jason Pheister and Mark Truby will be inducted into the hall during a ceremony this spring.
“This year’s class of inductees is another stellar example of how Marshall has one of the best journalism and mass communications programs in the country,” said Chris Dickerson, president of the SOJMC Alumni Advisory Board, which handles the nomination process. “We’re fortunate to have such a rich pool of candidates who have done great things locally, regionally, nationally and even globally in media and other industries.
“We are extremely proud of all of our graduates, and it is an honor to welcome four more very deserving members to our Hall of Fame.”
The first class was enshrined in 1985, and the latest honorees bring the number of inductees to 85.
Dooley, a 1980 SOJMC graduate, has practiced law in Charleston for more than 30 years. She served in the U.S. Army before obtaining her law degree. She has volunteered with Charleston YWCA’s Committee for Racial Equity and Inclusion as well as the Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority. She’s received numerous awards for her civil rights work and has served in various capacities with the West Virginia State Bar and the Mountain State Bar Association.… Read More
This holiday season, Marshall University is excited to announce its upcoming Herd Holiday event, a festive experience that promises to bring joy, community spirit, and a touch of holiday magic to campus and beyond.
The annual event is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 28 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Marshall University’s Memorial Student Center on the Huntington campus.
Herd Holiday is more than just a seasonal celebration; it’s a gathering of the Marshall University community to celebrate the joy of the holiday season. The event showcases the vibrant spirit of Marshall, bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the local community.
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