By the Numbers
VCU School of Nursing is proud of the impact it makes on the profession. Here’s a closer look at the numbers that tell that story. 180 the average number of new VCU-prepared nurses entering workforce each year. 15% increase in the number of students admitted to pre-licensure programs in 2023, responding to calls to remedy […]
From the Top
VCU School of Nursing alum are at the top of their game–and three recent deanship appointments prove it. These individuals join several other alumni in academic leadership roles in nursing programs around the country including: Nicole Damico (BS ‘97/N, MS ‘99/CHP, PhD ‘14/CHP), PhD, CRNA, CHSE, FAANA, Chair, Department of Nurse Anesthesia, VCU College of […]
Nurses Honoring Nurses
The Central Virginia Nurses Honor Guard, founded by two VCU alumni, honors dedication to the nursing profession A few years back, VCU School of Nursing alumna Janice Neil (MS ’94/N, PhD ‘98/N) witnessed a ceremony performed by a Nurses Honor Guard honoring a colleague and her dedication to the nursing profession at a memorial service. […]
Teaming with Excitement
New alum Munirah Fulani (B.S. ‘22/N) explains how the team at VCU School of Nursing showed up for her even before she was officially a student of the school At the VCU School of Nursing, students have a whole team behind them. Advisors, mentors, and classroom and clinical instructors are carefully choreographed to deliver a […]
Student Story: From the Alaskan Frontier to a Central Virginia Emergency Room
Brian Napier, class of 2023, talks about what his experience means for his second career in nursing As an undergraduate Environmental Studies major at the University of Tennessee, Brian Napier, VCU School of Nursing class of 2023, was approached by a National Parks Recruiter who offered him a seasonal position at Denali National Park an […]
VCU School of Nursing celebrates 2023 Nurses Week
In celebration of Nurses Week, the VCU School of Nursing honors the incredible contributions of our alumni, faculty, and students. Nurses are essential. Their dedication to patient care and healthier communities is extraordinary. This Nurses Week, join us for coverage acknowledging, celebrating and showing appreciation for their work. Teaming with Excitement At the VCU School […]
Recognizing excellence
This week, the VCU School of Nursing is honoring four outstanding alumni for their excellence in practice, leadership, research, and advocacy in nursing. Outstanding Recent Alum Award Hampton H. Ford (BFA ‘88/A, BS ’13/N, MS ’15/N) Outstanding Nurse Alum Award Jo Lynne W. Robins (MS ’91/N, PhD ’99/N) Outstanding Nurse Practice Award Margaret R. Krebs […]
It’s #VCUGivingDay
Wednesday, May 3, is VCU Giving Day, one special day to give back and make a difference for current and future students at the School of Nursing. Learn more about the campaign and how to give below. Student Success Fund The student success fund at the VCU School of Nursing provides resources, support and new […]
Vesting ceremony
On April 24, the school hosted a celebration for students and their families marking their vesting. It was all smiles for 130 students and over 250 who attended virtually to see their loved one don the VCU School of Nursing vest, a milestone in their education. What do you think? They look good don’t they?
VCU School of Nursing receives gift from Sentara Healthcare to fund student scholarships
A $250,000 gift will provide tuition support for nursing students The Virginia Commonwealth University School of Nursing received a $250,000 gift made by Sentara Healthcare that will fund tuition and emergency support for currently enrolled in-state students. The gift, made as a part of the Sentara Scholars program, is intended to incentivize participation in nursing […]
