College of Nursing & Health Sciences Features

Nursing student flourishes through College Now program, learning valuable skills while pursuing her passion for global healthcare.

How scholarships and determination are helping a first-generation nursing student pursue her dream of becoming a compassionate healthcare leader

Building more equitable care for individuals with disabilities

When her dreams of becoming a nurse felt out of reach, Lai’s education at UMass Dartmouth was supported by scholarships, inspiring her to give back to current students in the same way.

Medical laboratory science major is prepared for work at one of the nation's top children's hospitals before applying to medical school

Trailblazer in nursing workforce development

UMassD experiences developed a future leader

Honors nursing major's research exposes healthcare disparities in the U.S.

Professor and chairperson of Medical Laboratory Science demonstrates unwavering faith in countless generations of Corsairs that have relied on his leadership and guidance.

A team player, he plans to become an operating room nurse

Third-generation Corsair is the 5th member of her family to attend UMass Dartmouth

Suzanne Rodrigues establishes a lasting legacy for her sister with a planned gift to UMass Dartmouth.

A unique program for first-year College of Nursing and Health Sciences students pushes them to embrace their new identities as future medical professionals

Working at a camp for children and teens with diabetes impacted her career goals

Completed a research internship this summer at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Health

Bettencourt’s fruitful academic experiences at UMass Dartmouth turned her life-long passion into a dream career and shaped her into the medical professional she is today.

Scholarship award enables nursing and Spanish major to focus on her studies, volunteer in the U.S. and Senegal, participate in campus activities, and make memories

Honors College nursing major wrote a booklet of stories about her clinical experiences with patients

Honors nursing major researched knowledge and use of oral contraceptives among college-aged women

Both graduated from UMass Dartmouth’s College of Nursing & Health Sciences and will pursue separate careers in nursing

Medical laboratory science major and native of Zambia plans to attend medical school and specialize in infectious diseases

After completing their early nursing studies during the pandemic, receiving their pins felt "surreal"

Nursing major and Commencement Speaker hopes to open a women’s birthing center in her native country of Haiti

Nursing student enjoys comforting and caring for patients and families in transition

Following an internship at the Mayo Clinic, MLS major fosters his confidence and leadership

Nearly 100 sophomore nursing students celebrate their transition from classroom to clinical education

College of Nursing & Health Sciences professor is teaching two Honors classes in addition to nursing PhD courses

In Pinning Ceremony, graduates celebrate the completion of their nursing degrees

A new group begins planning for the 2023 exchange that will focus on the impact of the global food crisis

First graduates of the program—open to all majors—reflect on their valuable and unexpected learning opportunities

Students attended workshops, completed their CPR training, and participated in team events

Following in her footsteps, son Ryan began his PhD studies in nursing at UMass Dartmouth this fall

Medical Laboratory Science major will work at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center after graduation

First-generation college student has excelled in academics and leadership and is grateful for the "village" of supporters who played a role in her success

A six-year member of the MA Air National Guard, nursing major Chelsey Silva plans to work as a travel nurse

On active duty with the U.S. Navy, Hospital Corpsman First Class Mark Gregg '22 will be commissioned in the Navy Nurse Corps upon graduation

MLS major Javier Villanueva III '25 trades his Navy uniform for a white coat.

Students will add clinical training to their classroom education as they learn to care for patients in a healtcare setting

Buoyed by their nursing degrees, ABSN graduates look forward to caring for others

Nursing student reflects on her clinical experiences

Research topics range from the effects of Covid-19 on nurses, recruitment, and nursing education to various healthcare and student-related topics

Unique “ramp-up” program involved more than 400 College of Nursing & Health Sciences students in workshops, team activities, and "wingman" experience

CNHS students trained to provide first aid at community events

First-generation college student and Honors Nursing major has conducted numerous research projects with plans for a career in neonatal care

Honors College student and double major in Nursing and Sociology & Anthropology immigrated from East Africa and plans a career in public health

Achieved accolades in academics and in campus leadership roles and plans to specialize in special populations/pediatrics

Undergraduate and DNP students win first-place awards for their research projects

April 8 event to focus on scholarship and excellence in nursing practice and leadership

She receives her white coat in the traditional ceremony for sophomores, marking the beginning of her clinical training

Students and faculty featured on NBC 10 News

Ready to make an impact as a nurse

Appointment will broaden visibility and reach for the College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Support from College of Nursing & Health Sciences faculty and College Now helped make her dream a reality

She is one of eight nursing school graduates selected from more than 1,000 applicants

College of Nursing & Health Sciences will celebrate this special event on May 7