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TTUHSC School of Nursing Ranked Among Best in State, Nation
The rankings list the School of Nursing as No. 2 in Texas and in the Southwest region, ninth among public nursing schools and No. 19 in nursing schools in the U.S. for 2020.
Innovation and Collaboration at Work: The New Modular Skills Trainer
The Modular Skills Trainer is a portable solution to assist students in skills practice and competency development. Sharon Decker, RN, PhD, and the School of Nursing worked together to make this idea a reality.
10 Questions to Ask When Looking for a Nursing School
While it’s no secret that finding the right school is a complex decision, the following 10 queries can help prospective students choose the right nursing program to meet their particular needs.
A New Vision for TTUHSC
In a message to the TTUHSC community, President Lori Rice-Spearman, Ph.D., unveiled the university’s new vision, which seeks to unite faculty, staff and students across campuses with a common goal to transform health care through innovation and collaboration.
A Professor Perspective of the RN to BSN Program at TTUHSC
“As a telecommuting assistant professor, I usually work from my home in Dallas and travel to campus in Lubbock for faculty meetings and graduation, which will resume when it's safe to do so,” Kathleen Kearney, JD, MSN, RN, explained. “A typical day involves facilitating online courses, grading, recording videos and talking or emailing with students and other faculty.”
TTUHSC, TCC Announce Concurrent Enrollment Program
Longstanding partners Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing and Tarrant County College (TCC) joined forces to provide a new concurrent enrollment program for nursing students.
RN to BSN Program From a Student's Perspective
The landscape of healthcare is constantly changing, and the RN to BSN program at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is equipping nurses for the complex challenges. In this ever-changing arena, this program is training knowledgeable, compassionate nurses.
Safe Holiday Planning, Despite "COVID-Fatigue"
Earlier this month, Governor Greg Abbott spoke to the community at a press conference, referring to the weariness surrounding the pandemic as “COVID-fatigue.” Ron Cook, DO, spoke about what can help.
A Tale of Hardship and Hope
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing graduate JC Southard’s new position at Dallas Methodist Medical Center is more than just a way to pay the bills. For Southard, it was the very hospital where his motivation to work in health care was born.
A New School Year, A New SGA Team
The start of this school year is going to look different in many ways. Student Government Association (SGA) executive officers have been working hard all summer to represent Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) through these uncertain times.
TTUHSC Wins Awards for COVID-19 Social Media Campaigns
The TTUHSC Office of Communications & Marketing recently received one gold award and one honorable mention for social media campaigns entered in the 2020 dotCOMM Awards.
Board of Regents Approves Dual Master's Degree in Nursing, Business Administration
The Texas Tech University System is making it easier for nurses interested in health care administration to get the business knowledge they need to be competitive.
TTUHSC Joins Texas Universities to Negotiate Their Future
Earlier this month, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) joined forces with twenty-six other universities across Texas as the Texas Library Coalition for United Action (TLCUA) to think creatively about access to faculty publications and the sustainability of journal subscriptions.
School of Nursing Staff Bring Human Connection to Health Care
The faculty and students could not function without the staff who prop them up and support them. Unit manager Allison Pritchard, who has worked for the School of Nursing since 2001, has seen phenomenal growth within the TTUHSC institution.
An Advocate for the Nursing Student
Assistant professor Terry Hill shares experiences that have shaped his role as an educator, including his time spent working in flight nursing and emergency medicine.
TTUHSC School of Nursing Dean Recognized by Texas Nurses Association
The Texas Nurses Association named Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing Dean and interim provost Michael Evans, Ph.D., R.N., FAAN a 2020 Texas Nurses Association Leader and Legend.
TTUHSC Earns High Marks in Global Higher Education Ranking
The Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) has ranked TTUHSC among the top 7.1% of 20,000 universities worldwide for 2020-2021.
TTUHSC Student Nurses Spurred on by Still Water Foundation Gift
Nursing students enrolled at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) at Abilene received a boost in the form of emergency funds donated by Still Water Foundation. The announcement of the $300,000 gift was made in April and will benefit 216 students.
Virtual Tribute Honors TTUHSC Class of 2020
Though unable to conduct traditional graduation festivities, the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) recognized the grace and determination with which its Class of 2020 overcame the trials and hardships brought on by a pandemic with in its first-ever virtual graduation tribute.
TTUHSC Honors School of Nursing Faculty
Several Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing faculty were awarded this year for their unparalleled contributions to medical education and patient care. Faculty members were presented with many prestigious awards, including the newly added DAISY Extraordinary Faculty award.
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