Fischer earned her BSN at UMSL in 2009 and completed her DNP in 2022, leading to a full-time faculty position.
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College of Nursing Assistant Teaching Professor Marina Fischer offers accessible health care at Intentional Living in downtown St. Louis
Fischer earned her BSN at UMSL in 2009 and completed her DNP in 2022, leading to a full-time faculty position.
College of Nursing Assistant Teaching Professor Marina Fischer offers accessible health care at Intentional Living in downtown St. Louis
Fischer earned her BSN at UMSL in 2009 and completed her DNP in 2022, leading to a full-time faculty position.
Eye on UMSL: Making connections
Dean Shu Schiller speaks with attorney Eric Kendall Banks, a 1990 UMSL Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, during a reception last Wednesday night at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Nursing DNP graduate Lauren Hacker lands position as surgical nurse practitioner at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
After developing an interest in surgery while working in the OR, Hacker decided to go back to school to earn her Doctor of Nursing Practice.
Nursing DNP graduate Lauren Hacker lands position as surgical nurse practitioner at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
After developing an interest in surgery while working in the OR, Hacker decided to go back to school to earn her Doctor of Nursing Practice.
Nursing DNP graduate Lauren Hacker lands position as surgical nurse practitioner at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital
After developing an interest in surgery while working in the OR, Hacker decided to go back to school to earn her Doctor of Nursing Practice.
Eye on UMSL: A day in the life
Students from UMSL’s College of Optometry and College of Nursing participated in a simulation designed to expose them to the complexities of poverty.
Eye on UMSL: A day in the life
Students from UMSL’s College of Optometry and College of Nursing participated in a simulation designed to expose them to the complexities of poverty.
Eye on UMSL: A day in the life
Students from UMSL’s College of Optometry and College of Nursing participated in a simulation designed to expose them to the complexities of poverty.
Nursing graduate Olyvia VandenBrink starting position as labor and delivery nurse at Mercy Hospital St. Louis
In addition to helping moms through the labor and delivery process, she’ll also work in the antepartum and triage units, as well as the Mercy Natural Birthing Center.
Nursing graduate Olyvia VandenBrink starting position as labor and delivery nurse at Mercy Hospital St. Louis
In addition to helping moms through the labor and delivery process, she’ll also work in the antepartum and triage units, as well as the Mercy Natural Birthing Center.
Nursing graduate Olyvia VandenBrink starting position as labor and delivery nurse at Mercy Hospital St. Louis
In addition to helping moms through the labor and delivery process, she’ll also work in the antepartum and triage units, as well as the Mercy Natural Birthing Center.
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In its 2021 Best Graduate School rankings, U.S. News & World Report rated the DNP program No. 78 on the “Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing Practice” rankings.
Beth Huebner, Mindy Bier and Tom Hoerr featured as ‘St. Louis on the Air’ comes to campus
Host Sarah Fenske and her colleagues recorded an episode last week in front of members of the Pierre Laclede Society.
Eye on UMSL: In the spirit
UMSL staff members Theda Oliver and Alexandria Bratcher show their Triton spirit by hanging homecoming decorations in the College of Nursing.
Inspiration from College of Nursing administrators guides Kelly Lucash
For her DNP clinical scholarship project, Kelly Lucash investigated pediatric fluoride application implementation and reimbursement rates in a Mercy clinic.
Imani Reid aims to strengthen community in her role as ABC president and as a future nurse
The Kansas City native previously served as Associated Black Collegians events coordinator as a sophomore and was the vice president of the Minority Student Nurses Association.
Roxanne ‘Annie’ Vandermause named interim dean of College of Nursing
The Donald L. Ross Endowed Chair for Advancing Nursing Practice comes to the position after five years of progressive responsibility in the College of Nursing.
Nursing School Hub names women’s health nurse practitioner program top 25
The women’s health nurse practitioner program is the latest College of Nursing degree to receive accolades from an external ranking entity.
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Celebrate Black History Month with a look back at inspiring and moving stories from UMSL students, staff, faculty and alumni.
Ask an Expert: Laura Kuensting advocates for advanced practice nurses’ rights
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Cheers to 2019: A look back at the year that was in UMSL Daily
These stories, highlighting the efforts and achievements of students, alumni, faculty and staff, reflect UMSL’s impact on the lives of individual students and on the community.
Student involvement forges Galang “Gigi” Nguyen into a leader
Being president of the Student Nurses Association and treasurer of Minority Student Nurses Association made the nursing student’s final semester her best.
Fall commencement ceremonies set to honor more than 1,400 new graduates
BJC Vice President Denise Murphy, Casey Communications Founder Marie Casey and World Trade Center St. Louis Executive Director Tim Nowak will be the featured speakers.
Staff Association Council gives UMSL staff members a voice
The Staff Association’s mission is to foster unity between all employees and to give them a venue to consider important workplace issues and voice concerns to UMSL administration.
New marketing campaign brings UMSL pride to St. Louis streets and airwaves
A new campaign from University Marketing and Communications uses six pride points to build awareness of UMSL in the St. Louis area.
Women support women with launch of new faculty network
Associate Provost for Academic Affairs Marie Mora and Interim Chancellor and Provost Kristin Sobolik launched the effort to help empower faculty.
‘She’s my cheerleader’: Mother-daughter bond helps BSN students Kristen and Clare Vogt flourish
Clare Vogt signed her mother up for the UMSL College of Nursing preview day. Now they’re working on their BSN degrees simultaneously.
New Founders Dinner video highlights how scholarships transform lives
Senior biology major Awa Konte was among seven students featured reading from thank you letters to donors about how scholarships have aided them on their journey to degrees.
Nursing doctoral student researches diabetes early detection biomarkers with prestigious fellowship
Stephanie Chidester is investigating the molecular underpinnings of diabetes through a doctoral fellowship at the National Institute of Nursing Research.
Alumna helps decrease opioid over-prescription with DNP project
Monica Kistler developed opioid prescription guidelines for outpatient gynecological surgery and got statistically significant results.
Eight snapshots: First week of school social media roundup
UMSL students demonstrated their joy at returning to campus through a plethora of social media posts.
Snapshot: Nursing graduates honored as they step into their careers
The graduation awards and pinning ceremony recognized the accomplishments of the College of Nursing graduates and welcomed them into the profession.
National Black Nurses Association honors UMSL alumna with 40 and Under Award
The NBNA recognized Crystal Bailey for her prolific community outreach with the Black Nurses Association of Greater St. Louis.
UMSL/BJC externship grants student nurses expertise for clinicals, future practice
Kathy Carr and Lauren Redditt are among those gaining valuable experience this summer through 10-week intensive program while working at Missouri Baptist Medical Center.
Founding College of Nursing Dean Shirley Martin dines with student honorees carrying on her legacy
Shirley A. Martin Nursing Scholarship recipients Donyell Nelson and Tatis Shelton and Distinguished Nurse Award winner Breaunna Perry had a chance to meet Martin at a lunch last week.
RN to BSN program ranked No. 6 in Missouri by nursing website
Top RN to BSN ranked the UMSL College of Nursing program No. 6 on its list of the “15 Best Online RN to BSN Nursing Schools in Missouri 2019.”
Excellence in Nursing Awards honorees showcase strength of UMSL graduates
St. Louis Magazine selected College of Nursing alumnae Mary Epperson, Margaret Bultas and Pamela Piel for its 2019 awards.
Family history inspires student leader to help others
The excellent care of nurses buoyed Madison Koogler throughout her aunts’ cancer treatments. Now, the nursing student hopes to do the same for others.
Spring commencement 2019: Celebrating UMSL’s newest class of graduates
Campus photographer August Jennewein captured a few of the joyous scenes from commencement weekend as nearly 1,500 students received their degrees.
Six lessons the class of 2019 taught us on social media
In recognition of our recent graduates’ accomplishments, we decided to search for wisdom in their social media accounts and found inspiration in droves.
Nursing graduate hopes midwife career will help her empower under-resourced women
New alumna Madison Bick heads to Vanderbilt University this fall driven by her knowledge of subpar maternal outcomes in the U.S.
Infographic: An International Impact
During the 2018-19 academic year, the UMSL College of Optometry and College of Nursing treated a wide range of conditions around the world.
Back to the Basics: Guatemala trip challenges nursing students to learn new diagnostic techniques, empowers future practice
The College of Nursing students and faculty members visited indigenous communities where they set up primary care and women’s health clinics.
Success after service: Student veterans find community, place to launch new careers at UMSL
Patrick Murrell, Jarrett Hickman, Margaret Rheinecker, Paul Nator and Tori Tappe are among the hundreds of student veterans who make their academic home at UMSL each year.
More than 1,500 students set to receive degrees during UMSL’s spring commencement ceremonies
Alumnae Claire Schenk, Sara Foster and Lisa Yanker are among the featured speakers at six commencement ceremonies May 17-19.
Provost Kristin Sobolik announces 25 faculty promotions taking effect before the next academic year
Ten faculty members received tenure and promotions to associate professor, eight more earned the rank of full professor, and seven non-tenure track faculty members were also promoted.
Peter Mwariri hopes to use his nursing degrees to better society at home and abroad
The death of his beloved aunt propelled the Shirley A. Martin Distinguished Nurse Award recipient into health care with a mission of change.
The Huffs find their groove at UMSL
Resources such as the Online Mentor Program and supportive instructors helped the two RN to BSN students succeed at school after a collective 40 years in the field.
Newman Civic Fellow balances service, involvement, two minors and a certificate
Campus Compact selected College of Nursing and Pierre Laclede Honors College student Danielle Friz as one of its 2019 fellows.
DNP project empowers ‘psych whisperer’ Anne Thatcher’s large-scale care ambitions
Research with the Behavioral Health Network inspired Thatcher to dedicate herself to excellence both individual care and health systems improvement.
Student nurses call for expanded practice on APRN Advocacy in Action day
The nursing students hope to eliminate “leash laws,” which limit the physical area in which nurse practitioners can provide care.
Meet homecoming royalty Sydni Jackson and Amanda Vollmer
The royalty winners were announced Saturday during the Dinner and Dance at the Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel.
Danielle Waedekin getting set for next challenge after dominating on the court and in the classroom
The College of Nursing student was the first player in the volleyball program’s history to be named an Academic All-American.
RN to BSN program ranked No. 21 by NursingSchoolHub
NursingSchoolHub joins U.S. News & World Report, Value Colleges and Top RN to BSN in recognizing the program’s strength.
Ask an Expert: Elise Schaller says, ‘Get the shot’
Aches, chills and fever, oh my! The assistant teaching professor of nursing talks influenza in the latest installment of UMSL Daily’s Q&A series.
Minority Student Nurses Association President aims to forge community during term
Janssen Blackmon envisions an environment that broadly supports members’ health, scholastic and professional selves.
Nursing student fights fire, saving neighbors’ dogs and home
Empowered by her nurse training, Lesley Colonia entered her neighbors’ smoke-filled unit and put out the blaze with a fire extinguisher.
Members of UMSL’s Marketing and Communications team recognized for excellence
Five CASE District VI awards highlight a strong year sharing the successes of the university community.
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Before the calendar changes, we take a look back at some of the more memorable stories about students and alumni from the past year.
Doctoral research enhances NICU operations at area hospital
For her DNP clinical scholarship project, Julie Nickles examined the impact of SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital’s switch to the single-patient-room model.
Nursing students educate at elementary schools in ongoing service learning program
The students craft fun anti-bullying, anti-drug and health and wellness lessons and games to teach students in first through sixth grades.
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