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
Category: Regional Events
January Events
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
UVA-Wise and LMU-DCOM Students Partner Together for Community Service in Appalachia
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
UVA-Wise Hosts Annual STEM-H Day
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
December Events
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
November Events
Happy Fall, all! As the year is winding down and holidays are approaching, remember to make time for yourself and enjoy the company of friends and family! Our region has a ton of events to offer so check them out down below! Lee County Check out Hale’s Haven Alpaca Fall Festival on November 4th! Alpacas,… Continue reading November Events
October Events
Spooky season is here! Explore the many events in the region that celebrate all things fall and Halloween. Lee County Upcoming events in Lee County include a Halloween Carnival and the annual Lee County Tobacco Festival. Embedded in the rich history of Appalachia is tobacco’s role in the economic development of the region. On October… Continue reading October Events
September Events
Summer is ending, school is in session, and fall is almost underway in the region! Check out the links below to view events in the area that are perfect for all ages. Lee County Fall Festival on September 30th. Enjoy food trucks, craft vendors, a flea market and more! A perfect Saturday for the whole… Continue reading September Events
Southwest Virginia Graduate Medical Education Consortium 