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VCU undergraduate nursing program ranked among top 6% nationwide

Sept. 24, 2024

The new U.S. News & World Report annual rankings place VCU's School of Nursing undergraduate program at No. 39 and the university at No. 69 among the nation’s top public universities.

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Simulation and student success: Q&A with director of the Clinical Learning Center

Sept. 19, 2024

As director of the school’s simulation program, Meredith Deegan, M.S.N., RN, CNL, is shaping the way nursing students learn through innovative simulated experiences.

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How I found my research: Josselyn Valenzuela helps pregnant mothers navigate depression

Sept. 23, 2024

Valenzuela, a VCU alum and master’s student in the School of Social Work, has worked on the Mindful Moms Study since last year.

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Leading with vision and experience, Debra Shockey, D.N.P. takes on a new role at the School of Nursing

Sept. 10, 2024

With a background of compassionate care and academic leadership, Debra Shockey, D.N.P., is ready to shape the future of nursing education and guide the next generation of healthcare leaders as the school's new director of graduate practice programs.

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Best friends pursue bright futures in nursing together

Sept. 8, 2024

Best friends and nursing students Josie DeSilvey and Ariel Stith are navigating the challenges and triumphs of nursing school side by side. From mastering clinical skills to supporting each other through late-night study marathons, they’re proving that the journey is better together.

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Triple alumna shares leadership lessons and insights from a distinguished nursing career

Aug. 27, 2024

Jeniece Roane, Ph.D., vice president of operations for the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU offers a glimpse into the experiences that have shaped her journey in and beyond the classroom.

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School releases its 2023-24 annual report

Aug. 15, 2024

The VCU School of Nursing's 2023-2024 annual report highlights significant transitions, academic innovation, a rise in research rankings, expanded community outreach, and solidified partnerships, underscoring the school's national prominence and commitment to excellence.

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VCU School of Nursing duo secures funding for revision of maternal mental health screening tool

Aug. 13, 2024

They are refining the language and elements of the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale to make it more inclusive and less stigmatizing.

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Nursing alum Eileen Tangley celebrates 40 years of cardiac nursing at VCU Health

July 30, 2024

Her journey from a high school student inspired by a caring nurse to a dedicated nurse with 40 years of experience at VCU Health highlights Tangley's unwavering commitment to patient care.

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VCU Quest Fund provides grants to 21 faculty-led projects that target society’s biggest challenges

July 26, 2024

Transdisciplinary research teams are pursuing advances in health, engineering, the environment, homeland security and more.