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Nov. 10, 2023
First-Generation Week: Jayde Sharp
From a small-town high school where she worked extra hard to get ahead, to carrying the prestige of five degrees as a first-generation student – one word best describes Jayde Sharp, Unstoppable.

Nov. 7, 2023
First-Generation Week: Mena Castro
Immigrant parents inspire and motivate first-generation daughter to overcome challenges

Nov. 7, 2023
Stigma felt by opioid-dependent moms impacts the health care received by their babies
Findings from University of Missouri study can help emphasize messages of compassion and support toward opioid-dependent mothers.

Oct. 18, 2023
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Ellen Chiocca
Dr. Chiocca has devoted 41 years to being a nursing crusader.

Oct. 4, 2023
Improving health care one simulation at a time
For nursing students, transitioning from studying textbooks to caring for real patients can be a daunting task. A dedicated simulation space in the new School of Nursing building is helping Tigers build their skills and confidence under the safe and supportive care of experts.

Sept. 28, 2023
Formalized education on breast cancer survivorship can help nurses provide more streamlined care, SSON study finds
Findings can help create standardized, formalized education for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses earlier in their careers.

Sept. 12, 2023
SSON home to first Lifecast Manikin at Mizzou
Hyper-realistic geriatric manikin takes training for Mizzou nurses to a new level

Sept. 6, 2023
Mizzou Nursing in South Korea: Nurturing Global Perspectives in Health Care
SSON gerontology students embrace cross-cultural learning, discover similarities and differences in nursing care

Aug. 25, 2023
Mizzou Nursing On the Move: Thailand, Denmark, United Kingdom, Seattle
SSON faculty present research on a global scale, connect with alumni abroad

Aug. 2, 2023
Immigrant nurses in long-term care facilities often have more “human capital” compared to American-born nurses, SSON researcher finds
Findings can help create a more diverse, equitable workforce in nursing homes, which improves patient health outcomes.