SRSU Department of Nursing

09/02/2026

🩺🐺 WELCOME TO A NEW SEMESTER OF NURSING! 🐺🩺

We are so excited to welcome our new Junior Nursing Students as they begin this incredible journey and to welcome back our Senior Nursing Students as they continue moving one step closer to becoming RNs! 🎉

This semester will be filled with learning, growth, challenges, clinical experiences, new friendships, and plenty of moments that remind us why nursing is such a special calling.

To our juniors we welcome you to the nursing family! ❤️🖤
To our seniors, welcome back! The finish line is getting closer! 🎓🩺

We are looking forward to an AMAZING semester and cannot wait to see all that our students accomplish!

Here’s to learning, growing, serving, and becoming the nurses you were meant to be! ❤️🖤🐺

06/18/2026

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http://www.nwctemsresources.com/certification-classes

06/04/2026

Day 2 of Rural Healthcare Camp was nothing short of amazing!

We started the day with a hike to the desk, giving our campers a chance to enjoy the outdoors while learning more about the unique challenges and opportunities of rural healthcare.

Our campers then had the opportunity to hear from representatives from UTEP - The University of Texas at El Paso who shared insights into the exciting field of speech pathology. We were also honored to welcome presenters from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, who introduced students to life-saving medical interventions, including intubation techniques and emergency care strategies.

One of the highlights of the day was a hands-on suture lab led by Vickie Childress, RN, where campers were able to practice basic suturing skills and experience a small part of what healthcare professionals do every day.

Watching these students learn, ask questions, and engage with healthcare professionals has been inspiring. The future of healthcare is bright, and we are grateful to be part of their journey.

We can’t wait to see what Day 3 has in store! 💙

06/03/2026

Yesterday marked the beginning of an incredible week as students from across our region joined us for the Rural Healthcare Camp. The Sul Ross State University Department of Nursing is proud to be a part of this unique opportunity to introduce campers to the many rewarding careers within healthcare.

Throughout the week, campers will learn from healthcare professionals, participate in hands-on activities, explore healthcare settings, and gain valuable insight into what it means to serve communities through healthcare, especially in rural areas where dedicated professionals are needed most.

We are excited to spend the week investing in these future healthcare leaders, sharing our passion for nursing and healthcare, and helping inspire the next generation of professionals who will make a difference in the lives of others.

Here’s to a week filled with learning, growth, new experiences, and unforgettable memories! 💙🩺

05/18/2026

We are thankful for all of our graduates this year and proud of their accomplishments. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

05/08/2026

Today, we celebrate more than a milestone but a calling.

The pinning ceremony is one of the most meaningful traditions in nursing. It symbolizes the transition from student to nurse, honoring the hard work, sacrifices, perseverance, and compassion that carried our graduating seniors to this moment.

Each pin represents countless hours of studying, clinical experiences, early mornings, late nights, tears, laughter, growth, and unwavering dedication to caring for others. It is not just a symbol of achievement, but a reminder of the responsibility, heart, and servant leadership that nursing requires.

We are incredibly proud of our graduating seniors and honored to watch them take this next step into the profession. The future of nursing is brighter because of each of you. ❤️🩺

Congratulations to the graduating class from the Sul Ross State University Department of Nursing your journey is just beginning, and we cannot wait to see the lives you will impact.

05/06/2026

Happy Nurses Week from the Sul Ross State University Department of Nursing ❤️🩺

This week, we proudly celebrate our nurses. From those currently serving on the frontlines, to retired nurses whose dedication paved the way, to our incredible community partners who support and strengthen healthcare across our region we thank you for your compassion, sacrifice, leadership, and service.

We are especially proud of our graduating nursing students who are preparing to step into the profession and become the future of nursing. Your hard work, resilience, and servant hearts inspire us daily, and we cannot wait to see the impact you will make in the lives of others.

Nursing is more than a career, it is a calling rooted in compassion, courage, and service.

“To do what nobody else will do, in a way that nobody else can do, in spite of all we go through that is to be a nurse.”

Thank you to every nurse who continues to care, comfort, advocate, and lead. Your work changes lives every single day.

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04/28/2026

We are incredibly proud to honor our Director, Dr. Minerva Gonzales, for being named the 2025–2026 Outstanding Teacher Award recipient!

Dr. Gonzales exemplifies what it means to lead with passion, purpose, and unwavering dedication to student success. Her commitment to excellence in nursing education, mentorship, and service has made a lasting impact on our students, faculty, and the communities we serve.

Through her leadership, the SRSU Department of Nursing continues to grow stronger, shaping future nurses who are not only clinically competent but compassionate and driven to make a difference.

“A great teacher doesn’t just teach, they inspire, empower, and transform lives.”

Congratulations, Dr. Gonzales! Your hard work, vision, and heart for nursing education do not go unnoticed. We are beyond grateful to learn from and lead alongside you. ❤️🖤

Sul Ross State University announced that Dr. Minerva Gonzales, associate professor and the director of the nursing program, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025–2026 Outstanding Teacher Award. Chosen by her faculty peers, Dr. Gonzales is recognized for …

04/25/2026

Today the Sul Ross State University Department of Nursing laced up their shoes and showed up with purpose and ran in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

In partnership with the Family Crisis Center of Big Bend and SRSU Counseling and Accessibility Services, our students and faculty participated in a 5K to raise awareness, stand with survivors, and advocate for a safer, more supportive community.

We are proud of our Sul Ross Nursing family for leading with heart, strength, and purpose.

04/22/2026

Big milestone for Sul Ross Department of Nursing! ❤️🖤

Sienna successfully started her first IV today!

A huge moment that takes skill, confidence, and focus, and she nailed it. We are so proud of you, Sienna! This is just the beginning!