News from the School of Nursing & Health Studies
Category: NHS
Finding One’s Own Voice
"...Know what you know and care about the person, care about what you know and care about the person you're sharing with." Maya Angelou Professor Victoria Breckwich Vasquez and Dennise Lopez share a mentorship bond through SNHS Health Studies Latinx Health and Culture class, which grew into more opportunities for Dennise.
August 8, 2018
MN degree lights new path for cancer nurse
"​Coumar received the School of Nursing & Health Studies’ Distinguished Scholar Award at graduation in June. She’s now looking for a bigger role in promoting nursing professionalism and global health. The master’s helped clarify the path."
August 8, 2018
Students engage with Latino community
School of Nursing and Health Studies actively involve working with the Latinx community by supporting and working with Latino Educational Training Institute (LETI) through community-based learning and research course . "Rosario Reyes founded LETI nearly 20 years ago when she saw the demand for education and social services while working to promote Latino entrepreneurs. Tom Laing became associate director three years ago. The former accountant runs programs and applies for grants..."
July 17, 2018
Bridging the nursing gap for better outcomes
UWB School of Nursing and Health Studies continues in guiding nurses to be prepared in bridging the gap in the nurse profession and increasing the nurse workforce. UWB highlighting Samantha Girard "...a nurse educator for Kaiser Permanente in Washington, said her Master of Nursing degree from the University of Washington Bothell in 2010 put her in a position to have an impact on the profession at a time nurses are being pushed hard to advance their education." Learn more about Samantha.
July 17, 2018
Husky Promise helps hard-working student
Read more about Erika Armengol's story of persevance and being awarded finanical aid package along with additional grants to support her college education.
March 20, 2018
New Dean Selected: Shari Dworkin
Our School is pleased to announce the selection of our new dean, Shari Dworkin. Dean Dworkin will join us on August 15.
July 20, 2017
School Seeks New Dean
Our School is looking for a new Dean and Professor. The position offers an exceptional opportunity for a visionary, collaborative, and community-engaged leader to lead a School that values diversity, social justice, and excellence in all aspects of education.
January 3, 2017