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School of Nursing recognized for commitment to gerontological nursing

Feb. 17, 2025

The National Hartford Center for Gerontological Nursing Excellence continues to recognize the school for advancing gerontological nursing through research, education and innovative care models.

Phillip Glass, a physics graduate student, shows off pressure sensors on a glove, part of a suite of wearable prototypes to help patients with Parkinson’s disease.

From fingers to toes, wearable and vibrating technology from VCU inventors could help Parkinson’s patients and others

Feb. 11, 2025

The flexible, lightweight glove and 3D-printed shoe sole might restore the brain-body feedback loop that mobility conditions can disrupt.

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How I found my research: Hannah Khan studies the connection between brain health and movement

Feb. 7, 2025

For Khan, a Ph.D. student in the School of Nursing, a research fellowship when she was an undergraduate ‘changed the direction of my life,’ immersing her ‘in a world of possibilities that I had previously overlooked.’

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Embracing cultural traditions and health education, nursing students go the extra mile on service-learning trip

Jan. 21, 2025

Seven VCU nursing students travel to Guatemala for a service-learning experience, blending cultural immersion and health education to make a lasting impact on local communities.

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From nurse to narrator with alum Michael Sullivan and his play WillJee

Jan. 16, 2025

Nursing alum Michael Sullivan draws on his experience in care and compassion for WillJee, a play that blends humor, heartbreak and healing in an unforgettable journey.

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Class of 2024: For Jennifer Cousins, VCU is a family affair in the spirit of care

Dec. 16, 2024

The former teacher joined her two children on campus, pursuing a nursing degree inspired by her daughter’s medical journey.

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Making the holidays inclusive for loved ones experiencing cognitive decline

Dec. 13, 2024

Recognizing how difficult the holiday season can be, VCU gerontology experts share ways to support older adults and their caregivers.

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Class of 2024: Haley Austin gravitated toward nursing to play a more active role in patient care

Dec. 10, 2024

Austin started their career as a Spanish medical interpreter and was inspired by the nurses around them. This prompted a career switch, aided by VCU.

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Nurse researcher talks dementia care breakthroughs on With Good Reason

Nov. 21, 2024

Lana Sargent, Ph.D., RN, discusses breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatment and how science is shifting from managing symptoms to transforming cognitive health after diagnosis.

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Nursing scholarship aims to support women’s health

Nov. 18, 2024

The Carola Bruflat Advanced Practice Nursing Scholarship supports graduate nursing students pursuing careers in advanced practice nursing roles or specialties with a preference to students interested in women’s health or in health policy.