News from the School of Nursing & Health Studies
For Kaitlyn Blackmon, HS Degree Propels Toward “Dream Job”
Kaitlyn Blackmon came one step closer to her dream job in June 2026 when she completed her degree in Health Studies at the University of Washington Bothell. Read the full article, “Class leads to career in physical therapy.”
July 22, 2026
Eirene Fudenna’s Journey
Eirene’s journey propelled her to wanting to weave her passion for public health into the same desire to help people, but she knew she didn’t want to go into the medical field. As she researched alternatives, she came across UW Bothell’s CHSJ master’s program. “I saw that the program actually emphasized working with the community...
July 22, 2026
Harkirat Kaur
As a graduate student majoring in Community Health & Social Justice, Harkirat Kaur aims to use storytelling as a bridge between communities and decision makers. Read about Harkirat in the article, “A Voice for Building a Resilient Future.”
July 22, 2026
Read the Stories of MS Students During National Public Health Week
During National Public Health Week, we’re spotlighting the personal stories that drive students and alumni to pursue careers in community health and social justice. Read the full article, “Promoting Awareness and Inspiring Change.”
July 22, 2026
Meet Laniqua Bell, MS Student and Advocate for Justice in Healthcare
Born in Seattle, Bell was a first-generation student when she completed a bachelor’s degree in Political Science with a pre-law option at Eastern Washington University. College was difficult for her, and she said she wouldn’t have made it through if not for the support of her family and her community. Aware of Bell’s career aspirations and desire to promote representation in...
July 22, 2026
Meet Tasha Le!
Tasha Le is a graduate student in the Master of Science in Community Health & Social Justice and a representative on SNHS’s Health Studies Curriculum Committee. Her academic and professional interests include disability justice, public health policy, inclusive education, accessible health care and community-centered systems change. She is also a student member of several public...
July 22, 2026
Legacy Award Presented to SNHS Professor Emeritus
School of Nursing & Health Studies Professor Emeritus Anne Loustau received the Legacy Award. Anne’s generous support of scholarships and her enduring commitment to educational access, led to her recognition with UW Bothell’s 2026 Legacy Award. The award annually recognizes individuals, families and organizations who contribute their time, service and philanthropy to the campus — and who...
July 1, 2026
Health Studies Student Earns 2026 Chancellor’s Medal
Koket Gebiremichael was awarded the 2026 Chancellor’s Medal. Koket was chosen because of her dedication to turning adversity into opportunities to connect, serve and uplift others. To learn more about Koket and her journey, please visit the article, An Eternal Optimist.
July 1, 2026
International Doctoral Nursing Students from UW Seattle Experience Class at UW Bothell
On Friday afternoon, June 5th, 2026, two visiting doctoral students from the School of Nursing at the University of Washington (UW) Seattle joined a class with graduate nursing students enrolled in the Master of Nursing program in the School of Nursing & Health Studies (SNHS) at UW Bothell. Paulina Pergol-Metko, MSC, MPH, is a PhD...
June 25, 2026
Dr. Kenworthy Receives Two Awards
Dr. Nora Kenworthy, who has worked in the School of Nursing & Health Studies for over a decade, received two university accolades. Kenworthy was awarded the Distinguished Research, Scholarship & Creative Activities Award and the Outstanding Public Service Award. You can learn more about Kenworthy’s research and public service by reading the complete news article, A Twice...
May 29, 2026
