Capstone College of Nursing

Dr. Evans Kyei, CCN Assistant Professor, has been selected for the 2026 Health and Aging Policy Fellows cohort. The prestigious year-long fellowship focuses on current policy issues, communication skills development, and professional networking opportunities to provide fellows with the experience and skills to help affect policy and improve the lives of older Americans. Congratulations, Dr. Kyei!

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Dr. Michelle Cheshire, CCN RN to BSN Program Coordinator, has been selected as a Fellow in the National League for Nursing Academy of Nursing Education. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have made enduring and substantial contributions to nursing education through teaching, mentorship, scholarship, leadership and advocacy. Congratulations Dr. Cheshire!

The Capstone College of Nursing is celebrating 50 years of excellence, innovation, and impact! We invite alumni, donors, faculty, staff, and friends to join us for CCN's 50th Anniversary Gala on November 5, 2026, at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Together, we'll celebrate the achievements, relationships, and shared experiences that have shaped generations of Bama Nurses.

As part of this milestone anniversary, we're also gathering alumni stories, reflections, photographs, career updates, and memories from every era of nursing at The University of Alabama.

Roll Tide!
Dean Julie Sanford

Get your gala tickets and complete the alumni survey here ➡ bit.ly/CCN50thGala

Dr. Shameka Cody’s "Faith, Hope, and Therapy," has sparked conversations across rural Alabama about mental health, faith, and community care. The mini-documentary brought together pastors, researchers and community leaders to explore their unique roles in addressing mental health stigma and supporting individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges.

Read more here ➡ https://bit.ly/3U4lG2D

Pictured: Dr. Wanda Burton, Ms. Mattie Robinson, Minister Joanne Sheffield, Pastor Dwayne Watson, Ms. Genette Presswood, Pastor George Hale, Dr. Shameka Cody, Mr. Willie Lake, Minister Liza Howard, and Pastor Michael Barton.

It was a record-breaking commencement weekend for CCN's RN to BSN Program! The program celebrated its largest graduating class to date, with 108 students earning their degrees this summer. Congratulations ! 🎓

Congratulations to these and ALL of CCN’s newest ! 🎓

It's Commencement Week!! 🎉 and guests, find all the details at ua.edu/commencement!

Congratulations to these and all of the CCN staff members recognized as 2026 Service Milestone Honorees! We are grateful for your dedication and years of service to The University of Alabama. Thank you and Roll Tide!

Two weeks left!! Submit your nominations for the CCN Distinguished Alumni Award by July 31! https://bit.ly/4g2W1jV

Nominations are open for the Capstone College of Nursing Distinguished Alumni Award! This award honors an alum who has made outstanding contributions to the nursing profession and demonstrated leadership, service, and lasting impact.

Help us recognize the remarkable achievements of our Bama Nurses! 🗳 Submit your nomination by July 31st: bit.ly/CCNDistinguishedAlumni

Pictured: Amy Gillis Bogue, BSN class of 2006, was presented the 2025 CCN Distinguished Alumni Award by Hillary Melton, CCN Alumni Association Board of Directors member.