Communications specialistSchool of Social Work & Orvis School of Nursing
Orvis Nursing students graduate despite turmoil and personal tragedy
While the community was on lockdown, Orvis School of Nursing students graduating May 2021 assisted on the front lines and overcame great personal tragedies in order to graduate.
Orvis School of Nursing student accepted into U.S. Navy Nurse Candidate Program
Lindsay Zieschang graduates with her BSN in December and then immediately goes on to complete an 8-year service as a nurse in the U.S. Navy
Birthing simulator helps nursing students get labor and delivery experience During COVID
Orvis School of Nursing childbirth simulator provides student birthing scenarios they may not ever see in a real hospital setting
Faces of the Pack: Mark Gabot has a passion for research and healthcare
Doctor of Nursing student pursues the changes he wants to see in healthcare through graduate education
If vaccinated people can get COVID, why should I get vaccinated?
Orvis School of Nursing Dean Debera Thomas and School of Public Health Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci discuss why it's important to get vaccinated, even if you can still get COVID-19
Faces of the Pack: Jennifer Burton
Master of Social Work student is proud to identify as LatinX social worker to show representation for an often under-represented population
What is a breakthrough infection?
School of Public Health Dean Muge Akpinar-Elci and Orvis School of Nursing Dean Debera Thomas discuss breakthrough infections and why they matter
New Faculty join the School of Social Work this fall
The School of Social Work welcomes 10 new faculty and promotes two existing faculty to leadership roles
A sense of community will help undergrads recover from COVID
Research by Orvis School of Nursing faculty, Lisa Thomas, Ph.D., RN, CNE, FAAN reveals how faculty and the university can help students transition back to campus after COVID
Orvis School of Nursing Supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Work with Sponsorship of Pride Festival
Orvis sponsors Northern Nevada Pride Festival for third year in a row and continues work towards diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on campus and in the community
Dr. Eugenia L. Weiss Joins School of Social Work as Masters of Social Work Program Director
Dr. Weiss brings more than 30 years experience to the School of Social Work
Social work graduate walks in commencement in honor of late son
Aida Guerrero, graduating with her BSW, dedicates her graduation to her young son who tragically passed away in August 2020.
Orvis School of Nursing staff receive national recognition
Two staff members from the Orvis School of Nursing were recently recognized for their contributions to their field.
Orvis Student Nurses' Association creates food and supply pantry for nursing students
Nursing students in need can sign up for anonymous food and supply pantry through the school's student association
Social Work Advocacy Day hosted for more than 130 Nevada students and practitioners
Students learn about bills and how to influence legislative policy decisions
Social Work Month highlights how profession benefits society
School of Social Work celebrates Social Work Month with 鈥淪ocial Workers are Essential鈥 campaign to recognize the profession and raise scholarship funds for students
School of Social Work Welcomes Dr. Lillian Wichinsky As New Associate Dean
Dr. Wichinsky brings more than 25 years of experience in the social work profession to the School of Social Work
Orvis School of Nursing Online Graduate Program Ranked Among Nation's Best
U.S. News and Review ranks Orvis School of Nursing online master's program as top 100 online nursing programs in the country
Nursing Graduate Accepts Oncology Job On 5-Year Anniversary of Being Cancer Free
Haley Carroll graduated from Orvis School of Nursing in December 2020. Just five years earlier Haley was battling cancer unsure of her future.
Faces of the Pack: Social Work Student Recognized as Volunteer of the Year
Austin Pollard talks about volunteering throughout the community while pursuing his Bachelor's in Social Work. He was recently recognized as the Student Volunteer of the Year.
Faces of the Pack: Isolina Llaguno
Bachelor of Social Work student discusses why she's proud to identify as a Latina social worker and the impact her Cuban American background will allow her to have in her future career
