IU Kokomo School of Nursing & Allied Health Professions

🌟Grateful for a wonderful week for the Indiana University Kokomo’s School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) Summer FIT Camp. The five days of FIT Camp wrapped up on June 12th and included games, exercise, and education to promote a healthy lifestyle among community children ages 6-10. We extend our sincere appreciation to IUK SNAHP faculty, Dr. Samantha Fouts and Naomi Jones, for their outstanding leadership and thoughtful planning of this annual event. Their dedication continues to make a meaningful impact on our community and supports a healthier future for all participants.🌟

🌟Congratulations to Dr. Christina Douglas!🌟

We are proud to share that Dr. Christina Douglas, Founding Program Director of the Occupational Therapy Assistant Program at IUK, was honored with the American Occupational Therapy Association’s Roster of Fellows award this April. This prestigious recognition highlights her significant contributions to advancing the occupational therapy profession through exemplary leadership, advocacy, and innovation.
Dr. Douglas’s impact continues to elevate both our IUK SNAHP program and the broader healthcare community.

Learn more: go.iu.edu/Lz847k

🌟Celebrating 100% Certification Pass Rate for Our Recent Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Graduates!🌟 Our recent MSN-FNP graduates have achieved a perfect certification success rate again, reflecting their dedication, the strength of our program, and the excellence of our faculty.
Sustaining regional growth in health care requires nurses with advanced degrees. Join a flexible, convenient program where success is expected and achieved!
The IU Kokomo Master of Science in Nursing program is now accepting applications for Fall 2026 admission.
Customize your education to your career goals with one of our three program concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Leadership and Systems Innovation, & Nursing Education.❤️
Apply Now: https://kokomo.iu.edu/nursing/msn/index.html

Congratulations to our incredible IUK SNAHP Nursing, OTA, and Radiologic Sciences graduates! We were honored to celebrate their achievements on May 14th and recognize the dedication, resilience, and passion that brought them to this milestone. Their commitment to serving others and advancing healthcare makes us incredibly proud. Wishing our graduates continued success as they begin the next chapter of their professional journey! ❤️🩺🎉

We are proud to celebrate our IUK SNAHP MSN graduates at the Hooding Ceremony held on May 8th, recognizing their exceptional accomplishments and commitment to the nursing profession. This meaningful milestone reflects their dedication, resilience, and pursuit of advanced knowledge in nursing. Congratulations to our graduates and heartfelt gratitude to the faculty, staff, families, and supporters who made this achievement possible!❤️🩺

We were honored to celebrate the pinning ceremonies for our IUK SNAHP OTA, Nursing, and Radiologic Science students last week. Faculty, staff, family, and friends recognized the hard work, dedication, and commitment that our graduates have shown on their journey. We know they will make remarkable contributions to healthcare in the days, years, and decades to come. Congratulations to all!❤️

Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions appreciates the NHG Serving North Central Indiana for welcoming our BSN, RN-to-BSN, and Occupational Therapy Assistant graduates to the healthcare community. A special thank you to Bev Ashcraft, Theresa Butcher, Edie Cooper, and Jana Futrell, who attended the Recognition Ceremony on May 6, 2026.

Happy National Nurses Week! May 6th-12th is a special week to recognize and celebrate all those in our profession and to express how much their dedication, compassion, and expertise truly mean. We proudly honor our faculty, students, and professional nurses in the community who inspire, lead, and make a difference every day through their commitment to exceptional care and quality patient outcomes. Dean Opsahl, Dr. Dea Kent, & Dr. Stephanie Pratt, provided some sweets & treats for our friends at Community Howard Regional Health earlier this week. It was especially meaningful to have the three most recent Deans of the IU Kokomo School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions together at the Chancellor’s Guild Celebration (Dean Angela Opsahl, Dr. Linda Wallace, & Dr. Susan Hendricks), reflecting a shared legacy of leadership and continued commitment to our school and university. 🩺♥️

At IUK School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions, our OTA students explored how 3D printing can serve as a cost‑effective solution for creating patient‑centered devices. We were grateful to welcome Dr. Chang Dae Lee from IU Indianapolis, who provided a guest lecture and hands‑on instruction on adapting musical toys using 3D‑printed switches to support participation and engagement in therapy. An excellent example of innovation meeting practice in occupational therapy.💛

Start Building the Future You Envision!🌟

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions prepares students for professional nursing practice through hands-on, experiential learning and a strong academic foundation.

Our program is designed to develop compassionate clinicians and effective leaders who are prepared to collaborate within interdisciplinary healthcare teams, promote patient safety, and achieve optimal outcomes across diverse populations. We offer multiple pathways to meet your goals, including Traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN, and RN to BSN Online Completion tracks. Graduates of our BSN program are well prepared to enter the workforce and practice confidently in a wide range of community and healthcare settings.🌟

Acquire more information and apply here: https://kokomo.iu.edu/nursing/bachelor-science-nursing-degree.html