Wayne State University College of Nursing

09/04/2026

Wayne State University College of Nursing faculty are advancing nurse practitioner education through innovative, intraprofessional learning.

With support from the AGREED GWEP, faculty members Kathy Balint, Christine Malinowski, Cynthera McNeill, Jessica Smith, Umeika Stephens and Tara Walker partnered with DDx by Sketchy to develop longitudinal geriatric simulations. The experience brought NP students from different specialties together to navigate transitions of care, medication errors and complex clinical decisions.

By collaborating across specialties, students strengthened the teamwork and critical-thinking skills needed to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.

Read the full story: https://nursing.wayne.edu/news/college-of-nursing-faculty-advance-np-education-through-intraprofessional-simulation-70073

Hear from members of the faculty team about the experience and what they learned from building a custom case with DDx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCyApDASmu8

09/04/2026

A new semester calls for new swag! 💚💛 Show your Warrior pride with apparel and gear from the Wayne State University College of Nursing store.

Shop now: https://www.aatwebstore.com/college_of_nursing/shop/home

09/03/2026

A mother’s health before and during pregnancy can directly affect her baby’s growth, development and chances of survival.

For Infant Mortality Awareness Month, Tara Walker, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, ELAN-F, FAANP, clinical associate professor at the Wayne State University College of Nursing, explains how nutrition, stress, prenatal care and chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes can shape maternal and infant health outcomes.

“Until we can ensure that every woman, regardless of their income, their education [or] their insurance, is listened to and not dismissed, we’re not going to solve this problem," Walker said.

Watch the interview to learn how access to care, early intervention and patient advocacy can improve outcomes for mothers and babies.

https://newsroom.ap.org/editorial-photos-videos/detail?itemid=22b0878a58674b13828d1cd154c92a9c&mediatype=video

09/03/2026

Don’t let the flu get you! The College of Nursing flu clinic is Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Cohn Lounge.

Schedule your appointment now at health.wayne.edu/services/flu-clinic.

Please complete online check-in prior to your appointment. You’ll get a text with a check-in link. Bring your OneCard, driver’s license and insurance card.

09/02/2026

We didn’t let the heat advisory today melt the fun! 🍦 We moved our Ice Cream Social indoors and had a paw-some time with our College of Nursing community and visiting therapy dogs🐾💚💛

09/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming three new faculty members to the Wayne State University College of Nursing! 💚💛

Amanda Joy Anderson, PhD, MPA, RN, joins us as an assistant professor, while Bryanna Currie, DNP and Tyler Mariage, DNP, join as clinical instructors. Together, they bring valuable expertise in research, mental health, clinical care and nursing education that will strengthen the student experience and advance our impact.

Learn more about our newest faculty members:

Meet three new Wayne State University College of Nursing faculty members bringing expertise in research, mental health, clinical care and nursing education.

09/01/2026

The Warrior Welcome Weekend recap continues! 💚💛 Our photo booth captured plenty of smiles, laughs and Warrior spirit at Saturday’s celebration 📸

08/31/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us Saturday for our Warrior Welcome Celebration Information + Innovation Day. It was wonderful to see students, families, faculty and staff come together to reconnect, explore our programs and celebrate the start of another academic year.

From the food and information sessions to hands-on experiences in our Simulation Lab, the afternoon was a great reminder of the energy and community that make the College of Nursing such a special place.

We’re excited to have everyone back and look forward to all that this semester will bring. Here’s to a great year ahead. 💚💛

08/27/2026

This Saturday: Start the new academic year with Wayne State Nursing 💚💛

Students, families and friends are invited to our Warrior Welcome Celebration and Information + Innovation Day.

📅 Saturday, Aug. 29
⏰ 2-4 p.m.
📍 College of Nursing, Cohn Building

Enjoy free food, connect with our nursing community and explore our academic programs during mini-information sessions:

• 2 p.m.: Direct Admit BSN
• 2:30 p.m.: Traditional BSN
• 3 p.m.: Accelerated BSN and BSN for Veterans
• 3:30 p.m.: Graduate programs

You can also tour our Simulation Lab and experience the technology helping prepare Wayne State students for nursing practice.

There is still time to RSVP: https://waynestate.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6F4UxHkEoatUSrQ?utm_source=link&utm_medium=email-6a86fe36c8445&utm_campaign=August+29+%26vert%3B+Join+us+for+Warrior+Welcome+Celebration+and+In&utm_content=RSVP&utm_term=