The University's Department of Student Health received a score of 99 out of 100, easily earning ambulatory care accreditation from the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.
The accreditation process includes an evaluation during which a Joint Commission surveyor compares Student Health services against a national set of standards.
The Commission, an independent, non-profit organization, is the leading accrediting body in the health care industry. While more than 1,100 freestanding ambulatory care organizations maintain Joint Commission accreditation, the University's Student Health center is one of just 35 accredited student health centers nationwide.
"The accreditation report reaffirms the excellence and service brought to our University community by our hardworking and dedicated staff," said Dr. James C. Turner, executive director of the Student Health Center, in a press release. "The University values outstanding health services for students and we believe we are making a difference in the health and wellness of our students and our community."
Bomb threat made against New Cabell Hall
After a two week hiatus, another bomb threat was made yesterday to New Cabell Hall, forcing police to cordon off the building for five hours.
University Police Capt. Michael Coleman said the call was received at 10:40 a.m. Police closed the building off, forcing classes to move outside while state police brought in bomb-sniffing dogs to search the premises.
No bombs were found, and the building reopened at 4:00 p.m.
Yesterday's threat marks the ninth in a series of false threats occurring over the last two-and-a-half months.
- Compiled by Paul Quinlan
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