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College of Health News

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MITIE Announces Inaugural Group of Research Fellows
Three educators will dedicate themselves to yearlong independent research projects aimed at advancing the field and providing new tools to teachers and administrators seeking support and training in trauma-informed education. Jonathan Luknic, Caroline Toscano and Brandy Opse are the inaugural group of Research Fellows for the Minnesota Institute for Trauma-Informed Education (MITIE). MITIE was launched… The post MITIE Announces Inaugural Group of Research Fellows appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Tommie Nurses: A Plan to Achieve Health Equity
The new School of Nursing's plan is in motion for fall. When Dr. MayKao Hang, vice president of strategic initiatives and founding dean of the Morrison Family College of Health, was charged in fall 2019 with developing a plan to launch the School of Nursing at the University of St. Thomas, she essentially had a… The post Tommie Nurses: A Plan to Achieve Health Equity appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Raney Linck – On Finding Passion in Nursing Education
Before he found his true calling, Dr. Raney Linck tried out a few careers after his bachelor's in mass communication, including as an assistant chaplain at a Baptist hospital and as a sales rep. He was working in sales when he decided he wanted another college degree – one that would allow him to transition… The post Raney Linck – On Finding Passion in Nursing Education appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.
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Berline Pierre-Louis – Advocating for Change in Patient Care
Giving birth to her own child is what reinforced for Berline Pierre-Louis, a clinical faculty member in the St. Thomas School of Nursing, just what an impact a good nurse can have on society. Her hospital stay gave her a close-up view to the other side of patient-provider relations than the one she experienced through… The post Berline Pierre-Louis – Advocating for Change in Patient Care appeared first on Newsroom | University of St. Thomas.