The interprofessional event brought together students from the College of Optometry, the College of Nursing’s Accelerated BSN Program and the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy.
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Nursing, Optometry students team up for mock hypertension exams in Nursing Simulation Lab
The interprofessional event brought together students from the College of Optometry, the College of Nursing’s Accelerated BSN Program and the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy.
Nursing, Optometry students team up for mock hypertension exams in Nursing Simulation Lab
The interprofessional event brought together students from the College of Optometry, the College of Nursing’s Accelerated BSN Program and the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy.
Eye on UMSL: Primed to lead
The PRIMED Institute in Character Education’s annual five-day event held on UMSL’s campus is designed for school leaders committed to fostering character development in students.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
BSN grad Sarah Barksdale starting position at St. Louis Children’s Hospital Heart Center
Barksdale will be working as a registered nurse, caring for children born with congenital heart defects.
Upcoming BSN graduate Miranda Martin lands position as operating room nurse at SSM Health DePaul Hospital
Through the Opportunity Scholars Program, Martin received a full-ride, four-year scholarship to UMSL.
Upcoming BSN graduate Miranda Martin lands position as operating room nurse at SSM Health DePaul Hospital
Through the Opportunity Scholars Program, Martin received a full-ride, four-year scholarship to UMSL.
Upcoming BSN graduate Miranda Martin lands position as operating room nurse at SSM Health DePaul Hospital
Through the Opportunity Scholars Program, Martin received a full-ride, four-year scholarship to UMSL.
Eye on UMSL: By the fire
Freshman nursing major Telisa Williams works at her computer inside the Fireside Lounge last week as snow blankets the campus.
Eye on UMSL: By the fire
Freshman nursing major Telisa Williams works at her computer inside the Fireside Lounge last week as snow blankets the campus.
Eye on UMSL: By the fire
Freshman nursing major Telisa Williams works at her computer inside the Fireside Lounge last week as snow blankets the campus.
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BSN graduate Madison Zerban working as a pediatric hematology and oncology nurse at St. Louis Children’s Hospital
Zerban graduated in December with her bachelor’s in nursing and a certificate from the Honors College.
Year in review: UMSL sees transformative change during 2024
Look back at some of UMSL Daily’s top stories from the past year.
College of Nursing receives funding from Missouri State Board of Nursing to develop new nurse educator certificate program
The program will offer advanced training in curriculum development, teaching methodologies and leadership skills.
Nursing PhD graduate Seyoung Baik researches disruptive clinician behavior among non-native English-speaking nurses
Baik presented his research, for which he was awarded the 2024 Jeanne O’Grady Memorial Fellowship, at the College of Nursing Fall Research Day on Dec. 4.
UMSL College of Nursing unveils $7 million Nursing Learning Resource and Simulation Center
The 21,000-square-foot immersive learning center offers state-of-the-art space, equipment and technology for the College of Nursing to train the next generation of nurses.
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.
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 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.
New graduate Kristen McDonald lands on right career path with degrees in data science and analysis, economics
McDonald started her college career majoring in nursing at MU before transferring to UMSL. She graduated cum laude and is on track to earn her master’s degree in economics next spring.
Nursing graduate Celeste Haefner starting position in hemoncology at Barnes-Jewish Hospital
She’ll be working with leukemia and lymphoma patients receiving bone marrow transplants and chemotherapy.
The College of Nursing’s new Community-Based Clinical Education program enables future nurses to deliver health care in a variety of settings
The program is designed to show students how health care is delivered in a variety of settings outside of the traditional acute care hospital experience.
College of Nursing’s Spring Research Day highlights students’ efforts to engage with the community
Students shared electronic poster presentations recapping their work in the Community-Based Clinical Education Program.
UMSL names Norma Hall-Thoms new dean of the College of Nursing
Hall-Thoms, who formerly served as dean of the University of Indianapolis School of Nursing, will assume her new position on July 1.
DNP student Yolanda Duncan pays it forward to help hungry students
Duncan matched a young student’s donation to pay off lunch debts at local schools and also enjoys volunteering in the community.
Nursing graduate Abby Crow starting position as labor and delivery nurse at St. John’s Hospital
Crow graduated magna cum laude with her BSN from the College of Nursing and a certificate from the Pierre Laclede Honors College.
Nursing students present at annual Research Day and McIntosh-Durham Lecture
Nursing students shared their findings on research topics ranging from healthy eating to implicit bias and health care outcomes.
UMSL Suggs Scholars honored at St. Louis American Foundation’s Salute to Excellence in Education
Chanel Harris, Shantavia Fuller and Trinity Adkins are receiving $12,000 scholarships for tuition and fees covering 30 credit hours per academic year.
Nursing Assistant Teaching Professor Kristine Stewart-Perkins assists passenger in need on plane to Scotland
Stewart-Perkins was traveling on a family trip to Scotland when a passenger on her flight needed help.
Study Abroad Fall Information Fair draws students interested in experiencing different cultures
Study abroad advisors, student study abroad alumni and faculty program leaders were all on hand at more than a dozen tables to answer questions and offer resources.
Clinical nursing student Gabe Stanislawski analyzes self-perception through chosen superhero powers
In addition to his studies in the College of Nursing, Stanislawski also plays for the UMSL men’s soccer team.
UMSL Optometry and Nursing students explore complexities of poverty and impact on patient care
A simulation facilitated by the Missouri Community Action Network gave participants the chance to step into the shoes of someone experiencing poverty for a few hours.
UMSL students visit Missouri State Capitol for Undergraduate Research Day
Twelve UMSL students across a variety of disciplines joined 36 other students from throughout the UM System for last Thursday’s event in Jefferson City.
Accelerated BSN program helps Rebecca Lumley land full-time job at Mercy after graduation
Lumley, who returned to UMSL last year to pursue her BSN, will begin a full-time position on the Trauma/Surgical Floor in October.
Nursing alumna Hongjin Li researching supportive care for breast cancer survivors with support of new NIH grant
Her research investigates the role that acupuncture could play in alleviating symptoms such as joint pain, hot flashes, sleep disturbance, fatigue, depression and anxiety.
Celebrating Black History Month 2023 with stories of UMSL excellence
Commemorate Black History Month with UMSL Daily by revisiting 12 inspiring stories of Black student, faculty, staff and alumni triumphs and contributions.
College of Nursing students present at annual Research Day and McIntosh-Durham Lecture
A student research presentation on “The Knowledge Deficit of Medical Marijuana” won first place.
Nursing PhD alumna Stephanie Chidester selected as postdoctoral iCURE scholar at the National Cancer Institute
She’s studying liquid biopsy technologies, a subject she began researching while pursuing her doctorate at UMSL.
UMSL students eager to impress as Fall Internship and Job Fair returns to campus
The event featured 86 employers and attracted around 300 UMSL students and alumni on Friday at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center.
Infographic: Where UMSL nurses work
Thousands of College of Nursing graduates make up a large percentage of practitioners in both urban and rural areas, providing superior care and improving health outcomes in the bi-state region.
Opening doors: College of Nursing RN to BSN Program benefits area health
The program aims to increase the quantity of quality BSN-prepared nurses and speaks to the college’s vision of “shaping the future of nursing and health care in our community.”
New TV spots showcase UMSL students Bella DeArmitt, Benjamin Ebert and Goodness Ohia Obioha
University Marketing and Communications developed the commercials in conjunction with Ryval Studios.
‘Cultural Traditions’ course provides solid foundations for Honors College students’ success
Cultural Traditions is intended to prepare students for their studies at UMSL and in the Honors College.
From businesswoman to theologian to nurse: The many chapters of BSN student CJ Nash’s life
After earning her BSN, Nash plans to work on several projects that will impact health on an upper level through her role as school nurse at the Special School District of St. Louis County.
Graduate programs in criminology, supply chain management get top marks from Intelligent.com
UMSL also received top-five rankings for its online DBA and school counseling master’s programs in the website’s Best Colleges of 2022 rankings.
First-generation student Muriel Miller blazes trail, family tradition at UMSL
The College of Nursing student has inspired two siblings – and her mother – to think about college degrees and nursing careers.
Back to school: Scenes from Move-In Day 2021
A new class of freshmen brought life to campus last week as they settled into Oak Hall ahead of the fall semester.
Nursing alumna LaShe’ Tomlin-Wilks overcomes struggles and strives to help others
Figuring out how to best study and prioritizing school over all else were key for Tomlin-Wilks, who is now a nurse at Mercy Hospital.
New Triton Student Advocacy and Care initiative highlights student-parent success stories
Student Parent Success Stories features the personal and academic journeys of 10 exceptional UMSL students with children.
Why investing in nursing education means a healthier and more prosperous St. Louis
A chronic shortage of nurses at both the state and national level negatively impacts health and puts strain on health care systems.
Shawne Manies’ organizational efforts helps UMSL nursing students administer approximately 25,000 COVID-19 vaccines
The director of clinical operations organized the placements of groups of BSN students and faculty, who gave vaccinations six days a week at sites across the St. Louis area.
May graduate and nursing student Emma Melton finds meaning in finding balance
Melton will be starting a dual degree DNP program at the University of Illinois at Chicago this fall while working as a labor and delivery nurse.
UMSL students to present projects during Undergraduate Research Day
Next week, 13 UMSL students will present their research on a variety of subjects from health care-associated infections to fluorescent dyes to AI gravity models.
Pandemic inspires alumna to create ‘Surviving the Frontlines’ journal and planner for nurses
Inspired by overcoming her own struggles during the pandemic, Kevina Cassell created a motivational journal, student planner and vision journal.
UMSL and St. Louis Children’s Hospital collaborate to place nurses in five area charter schools
A $500,000 grant through the hospital’s Healthy Kids, Healthy Minds program will help fund the positions through spring 2025.
Nursing PhD student examines effects of short hospital stays on long-term mobility
In December graduate Lila Moersch’s study, only one interviewee was able to regain mobility lost after a short hospitalization.
Dual Honors College publications win first in National Collegiate Honors Council Newsletter Contest
The Honors College won first place for Provenance, an alumni newsletter, and Brain Stew, a student-produced zine that’s a home for uncensored humor.
Scholarship helps nursing student Jacquelyn Green help others
After her expected graduation in summer 2021, Green hopes to aid people worldwide as a travel nurse and a volunteer with an organization such as Mercy Ships.
Eye on UMSL: Burst of light
The sun shined brightly over the heads of nursing students DJ McMullen, Kiarra Stillman, Emma Gibbs, Bridget Kogbo and Mariah Palmer as they left class at Seton Center Hall.
Opportunity Scholars Program provides honors freshmen a path to achieving their goals
Kennady Carter, Afina Fayez, Heela Momand and Zahria Patrick received all-inclusive four-year scholarships from the Pierre Laclede Honors College.
Virtual Internship and Job Fair forges connections to employers throughout St. Louis region
Around 500 UMSL students and alumni connected with representatives from 89 companies during the Fall Internship and Job Fair, logging a total of 1,674 meetings.
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