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Homecoming 2019: Nominate College of Nursing Alumni

Jul 12, 2019

Events, Recognition

Click here to download the nomination form. Send in Your Nominations! The UK College of Nursing Alumni Association has recognized outstanding contributions by its alumni in the nursing field since 1991. Award nominees are accepted in two categories, described below.

Dr. Ana Maria Linares: Changing the Landscape of Maternal-Child Health

Jul 10, 2019

Faculty Recognition

Originally a midwife from Chile, Ana Maria Linares, DNS, RN, IBCLC, associate professor, is a Fulbright Scholar who is changing the landscape of maternal-child health by developing nursing interventions to increase breastfeeding rates. In this country alone, the rate of exclusive breastfeeding is 25 percent, an incredibly low number by global standards. Dr. Linares’ work, which focuses particularly on Hispanic women, brings lifetime health benefits to children and their mothers. In one study, she increased exclusive breastfeeding by 50 percent.

A Unique Path Forward

Jul 10, 2019

Academic Programs

The University of Kentucky College of Nursing understands that all paths are unique, and we're here to help find the best one for you. Students in the Accelerated BSN (ABSN) program come from all walks of life. Whether you already have a degree in another field, served in the U.S. military or hold your LPN, our options are designed to meet your needs to pursue a career in nursing. Which one is best for you? The Accelerated BSN degree (ABSN) is for the following applicants:

Dr. Debra Moser Presents PCORI Study to Senators on Capitol Hill

Jun 27, 2019

Faculty Recognition

Debra Moser, PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN, professor, assistant dean of PhD Program & Scholarly Affairs & Linda C. Gill Endowed Chair of Nursing, presented her PCORI study, “Reducing Health Disparities in Appalachians with Multiple Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors”, to Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen and other panelists, including the president of the American Heart Association, on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, June 26.

Dr. Evelyn Parrish Becomes First Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in KY Inducted into American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Jun 27, 2019

Faculty Recognition

Evelyn Parrish, PhD, PMHNP-BC, FAANP, associate professor, director of Accreditation & Strategic Outcomes and DNP Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Track co-coordinator, was inducted as a fellow into the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, June 21. This year's AANP annual conference theme was Keeping Health Care on Track. Attendees had access to 400 educational sessions and workshops and unparalleled networking opportunities.

Registration Open for RICH Writing Institute 2019

Jun 25, 2019

Seminars, Lectures

Early registration for the 2019 RICH Writing Institute at the UK Gatton Student Center has been extended until June 30th.

Dr. Amanda Fallin-Bennett Receives 2019 Vernon Johnson Award from Faces & Voices of Recovery

Jun 18, 2019

Faculty Recognition

Amanda Fallin-Bennett, PhD, RN, assistant professor, was honored with the 2019 Vernon Johnson Award from Faces & Voices of Recovery at the annual America Honors Recovery Awards Gala & Dinner on June 17, 2019.

Dr. Misook Chung Hosts 2nd Global Korean Nursing Foundation-USA Leadership Program

Jun 18, 2019

Faculty Recognition

Dr. Misook Chung, PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN, professor, hosted the 2nd Global Korean Nursing Foundation (GKNF)-USA Leadership Program at the University of Kentucky Gatton Student Center, June 14-15, 2019. “This conference is devoted to build a bridge for early career Korean nurses to advance their career in academia, health care systems, and other health related fields, ultimately taking on greater leadership roles,” says Kunsook Bernstein, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC, FAAN, president of GKNF-USA.

PhD Student Ifeanyi Madujbeya Shares His Story

Jun 18, 2019

Student Recognition

PhD student Ifeanyi Madujbeya, BSN, RN, was recently featured Education and Career News for their campaign focused on empowering our nurses. Why did you choose to pursue your Ph.D.? My desire to pursue a Ph.D. in nursing emanated from a research project I worked on for improving health outcomes in patients with heart failure.

Students, Faculty Join Remote Area Medical (RAM) to Provide Rural Health Services

Jun 9, 2019

Public Service

College of Nursing students and faculty joined Remote Area Medical (RAM) to provide rural health services at East Perry Elementary in Hazard, Ky. About RAM

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