News from the School of Nursing & Health Studies
SNHS Receives Collaboration Award from Verdant
On February 27, 2017, our Dean, David Allen, accepted Verdant Health's Community Collaboration Award on behalf of our School. SNHS pairs students with community partners for fieldwork placements that benefit the community, students, and organizations.
February 28, 2017
HS Student Sofiya Idris Fulbright Semifinalist
Congratulations to Sofiya Idris, Health Studies student, who has been selected as a semifinalist for an English Teaching Assistantship grant in the Fulbright Program.
February 27, 2017
Luiza Trahan Receives Primary Care Leader of the Year Award
Luiza Trahan, BSN alum and current MN student, was nominated and chosen by her peers at Pacific Medical Centers to receive the Primary Care Leader of the Year award for 2016.
February 23, 2017
National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Friday, March 10, 10am: Associate Professor Jody Early to host a webinar for public health and social service providers. The presentation will look at the impact of HIV and AIDS on women & girls in Snohomish County. Register today!
February 23, 2017
Health Studies Students Intern with Public Health
Health Studies students MyKa'La Alexander, Ilma Vikovic, and Julianne Korn worked with Public Health's Healthy Eating & Active Living Unit autumn quarter.
February 23, 2017
Free Film Screening & Discussion: Trapped
Join us on Saturday, 2/4/17, for a free screening and discussion of the documentary Trapped. Professors Jody Early and Meghan Eagen Torkko will host this event in UW2-005. The School of Nursing & Health Studies is proud to bring you the opportunity to view and discuss this film.
January 24, 2017
Verdant Healthier Community Conference & Community Partner Awards
Verdant Health Commission, an organization dedicated to investing in innovative programs that will make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of South Snohomish County residents, is proud to present the 2017 Verdant Healthier Community Conference. Set aside a day this year to spend with the Verdant Health Commission and other community members learning from experts about ways we can live our healthiest and happiest lives.
January 24, 2017
School Seeks New Dean
Our School is looking for a new Dean and Professor. The position offers an exceptional opportunity for a visionary, collaborative, and community-engaged leader to lead a School that values diversity, social justice, and excellence in all aspects of education.
January 3, 2017
Study Abroad in Sardinia: Watch the Video!
Over the summer, Associate Professor Jody Early, led a group of students as they travelled to Sardinia, Italy. The students, from a variety of disciplines, worked with refugees seeking asylum. Learn more about the trip and see the video highlights.
December 23, 2016
Health Studies Alumni in Senegal
Health Studies alumni Aimee Desrochers and Alex Winters, both class of 2014, found out global health can be a small world when they unexpectedly bumped into each other in Senegal.
December 5, 2016