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Last week, the College of Nursing had our fall faculty & staff retreat! In all of the work we do, our students are alway...
09/18/2026

Last week, the College of Nursing had our fall faculty & staff retreat! In all of the work we do, our students are always top of mind.

Today kicks off National Healthcare Simulation Week! This week celebrates the vital role of simulation in improving pati...
09/14/2026

Today kicks off National Healthcare Simulation Week! This week celebrates the vital role of simulation in improving patient safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in healthcare delivery. Stay tuned for a closer look at our Clinical Simulation and Learning Center! 👀💙

We will never forget all the lives tragically taken from us 25 years ago today. We honor all the nurses, first responder...
09/11/2026

We will never forget all the lives tragically taken from us 25 years ago today.

We honor all the nurses, first responders, fellow citizens and other medical professionals who gave their lives for others on one of the darkest days in our country’s history. They chose to put others first without a second thought in the face of tragedy.

9.11.01

Photo credit, Slide 2: Susan Kennedy, trauma nurse
More info: https://youtu.be/Yns3LYGfjN8?is=KJkIbohwqq2B_972

Join us for an overview of the graduate nursing degree programs and certificates offered by the University of Kentucky C...
09/08/2026

Join us for an overview of the graduate nursing degree programs and certificates offered by the University of Kentucky College of Nursing! This session will highlight program options, admission requirements, application processes, and upcoming deadlines, with time reserved for individual questions and answers. Register at the link below! 💙

Registration link:
https://uky.zoom.us/webinar/register/9717865431093/WN_YububforS6yIlPzWBG0oDQ

Nursing Practice Intern students Hannah Whatley, Gianna Syfert, Kennedi McCullough, & Gianna Pinta and faculty Dr. Chojn...
08/28/2026

Nursing Practice Intern students Hannah Whatley, Gianna Syfert, Kennedi McCullough, & Gianna Pinta and faculty Dr. Chojnacki assist Child Life Specialists Jennifer Guilliams and team with Pop Up Teddy Bear Clinic to prevent medical anxiety in preschoolers. Sign up to come play and volunteer at the Teddy Bear Hospital Saturday September 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m!

Sign up using the links below:

Xray Play Station:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4DACAE2DA0FE3-64941371-xray

OR Play Station:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4DACAE2DA0FE3-64941920-operating

Registration/Teddy Bear Distribution:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4DACAE2DA0FE3-64942168-registration

Wildcats 🤝 Photo opWe loved meeting you today! You can find all the photos from today's K-Week event at the link below.📸...
08/20/2026

Wildcats 🤝 Photo op

We loved meeting you today! You can find all the photos from today's K-Week event at the link below.

📸: bit.ly/CONKWeek

Can't wait to see you, Wildcats! 💙😻
08/19/2026

Can't wait to see you, Wildcats! 💙😻

Stop by this Tuesday between 1:30-3:30 p.m. for a skills lab open house! Visit room 102 of the College of Nursing buildi...
08/12/2026

Stop by this Tuesday between 1:30-3:30 p.m. for a skills lab open house! Visit room 102 of the College of Nursing building to learn about the lab and enjoy some refreshments. ✨💙

UK College of Nursing professor, Chizimuzo ‘Zim’ Okoli, Ph.D., MPH, MSN, PMHNP-BC, APRN, NCTTP, FAAN has been selected t...
07/29/2026

UK College of Nursing professor, Chizimuzo ‘Zim’ Okoli, Ph.D., MPH, MSN, PMHNP-BC, APRN, NCTTP, FAAN has been selected to receive the 2026 Psychiatric Nurse of the Year Award from the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA). The APNA Psychiatric Nurse of the Year Award recognizes an APNA member who exhibits vision, perseverance, dedication, initiative and facilitation in the delivery of mental health services to individuals, families and their communities. Okoli will receive this award at the APNA Annual Conference October 28-31, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ. Read more by following the link below! 💙

https://bhwell.uky.edu/bhwell-stories/chizimuzo-zim-okoli-receives-apna-psychiatric-nurse-year-award?j=1023824&sfmc_sub=266974836&l=7849_HTML&u=41492658&mid=10966798&jb=2001

Happy to announce our Spring 2026 Dean’s List! 🎉💙
06/12/2026

Happy to announce our Spring 2026 Dean’s List! 🎉💙

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