Applications are now open for the M.Ed. in Health Professions Education along with Graduate Certificates in Teaching and Learning in HPE and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.
education.usask.ca/grahamcentresotl/hpe-program.php
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Join us in congratulating Dr. Tania Kristoff (PhD) in her appointment in the newly created assistant dean student support position 🎉
Learn more about Dr. Kristoff and the appointment: nursing.usask.ca/news/2026/20260105-assistant-dean-student-support-appointment.php
The path to becoming a nurse looks different for everyone.
#USaskNursing Lloydminster student, Kelsey, shares why she decided to take the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and become a nurse: https://youtu.be/oTwhIycT1uc
Start your path to nursing at admissions.usask.ca/nursing.php
#USaskNursing graduate Bonnie Eklund (BSN'96) is a family nurse practitioner and children’s book author.
Read about her nursing journey and learn about her children's books: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251208-alumni-book-nook-bonnie-eklund-bsn96.php
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Competitive trail running brings joy to #USaskNursing graduate Caitlin Schindel (BSN’12), who won the UTMB Puerto Vallarta 50-kilometre race in 2023.
Learn more about Schindel's story: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251202-competitive-trail-running-brings-joy-to-usask-nursing-graduate.php
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The path to becoming a nurse looks different for everyone.
USask Nursing Lloydminster student, Louisa, shares why she decided to take the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program: youtu.be/Ws8UrFEGDA8?si=u2ARNfE4Z4HBZNO1
Start your path to nursing: admissions.usask.ca/nursing.php
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Outstanding student achievement was celebrated on November 15 in Saskatoon, as we hosted our annual awards ceremony.
Almost $450,000 was awarded to support nursing students at undergraduate & graduate levels.
Learn more: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251125-recognizing-excellence-among-students.php
Michelle (MN’25) recently completed the USask Master of Nursing Professional Practice program.
From hospital to home: exploring the use of technology to support cancer caregivers, learn about her research: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251121-grad-studies-use-of-technology-in-cancer-care.php
College of Nursing Appoints New Associate Dean Academic 🎉
Join us in welcoming Dr. Marnie Kramer (PhD): nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251117-college-appoints-new-associate-dean-academic.php
Reflecting on her journey from registered nurse to NP student, Celeste Paquette shares the challenging life lessons shaping her approach to nursing.
Learn more about her story: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251114-turning-life-challenges-into-compassionate-nursing-care.php
#USaskNursing Assistant Professor, Dr. April Mackey (PhD) walked the stage at convocation yesterday for her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Interdisciplinary Studies
Join us in congratulating Dr. Mackey: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251113-dr-april-mackey-celebrates-phd-convocation.php
Congratulations #USaskNurisng Fall Class of 2025! 🎉
Join us in congratulating these graduates are they join a proud community of over USask Nursing 11,000 alumni: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251112-celebrating-graduates.php
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Congratulations to all our #USaskClassof2025 Fall graduates!
We are proud of your accomplishments and to call you a part of the #Nursing #USaskAlumni family.
Becoming a Nurse Practitioner in Northern Saskatchewan
Vanessa Carr pursued the NP program with plans to serve Northern communities where she was born and raised.
Learn more about Vanessa's story: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251110-nurse-practitioner-in-northern-saskatchewan.php
Happy #NationalNursePractitionerWeek
Happy National Nurse Practitioner Week to all the amazing USask Nursing NP students, faculty, and alumni in Saskatchewan, Canada, and around the world!
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing student, Comfort, shares why she decided to take her PhD program at the University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing: https://youtu.be/tB8SsauOzCE
Learn more about how you can become a PhD in Nursing student like Comfort at grad.usask.ca/programs/nursing.php
This year’s Governor General’s Gold Medallist at USask is transforming nursing education with immersive virtual reality: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251104-governor-generals-gold-medal.php
Join us in congratulating Governor General’s Gold Medallist, Dr. Geneveave Barbo (PhD)!
Congratulations to Jessica Burden on successfully defending her Master of Nursing Thesis!
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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing student, Jasper, shares why she decided to take her PhD program at the University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jaoHVx0vOtA
Learn how you can become a PhD in Nursing student like Jasper at grad.usask.ca/programs/nursing.php
A Shared Commitment to Rural Health | A generous gift from Mr. Ron Belsher (BComm'86) boosts rural healthcare in Saskatchewan by supporting nursing students.
Learn more about the impact of Mr. Belsher's generosity: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251028-shared-commitment-to-rural-health.php
Thinking about continuing your education? Consider our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing program!
Learn more about our PhD in Nursing program: grad.usask.ca/programs/nursing.php
Master of Nursing (MN) - Thesis graduate, Kofi Jr, shares why he decided to take his MN program at the University of Saskatchewan College of Nursing: https://youtu.be/GrpgmFEPo1I
Learn more about how you can become a Master of Nursing student like Kofi Jr at grad.usask.ca/programs/nursing.php
#USaskNursing 4th year student, Jayne Waterhouse, gained cultural insight from a summer abroad in Uganda as a part of the One Health Community Partnerships (PHCP) project.
Learn about her life changing summer: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251021-uganda-trip-transforms-nursing-students-life.php
Congratulations, Dr. Helen Vandenberg!
Her project grant traces the educational experiences and careers of Japanese Canadian who were admitted to nursing school during a time of exclusionary admissions policies.
More here:
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USask launches Canada’s first 2 year Master of Public Health Nursing (MPHN) program.
The program is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the USask College of Nursing and School of Public Health: nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20251015-usask-launches-master-of-public-health-nursing-program.php
Happy National Nursing Week!
#USaskNursing wishes to recognize and celebrate the nursing profession and all the great nurses who make a difference each and every day!
Read greetings from Dean, Dr. Solina Richter (DCur): nursing.usask.ca/news/2025/20250512-celebrating-national-nursing-week.php
Promotional graphic for Red Dress Day on May 5, 2025, supporting missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people across Canada. Features a background image of a historic building with red dresses displayed on stands in the foreground. Includes text and a QR code.
Red Dress Day is May 5: All members of the #USask community are invited to gather in front of Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre on Monday, May 5 from 11am - 1pm to show their support for ending violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.
Red Dress Day, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People, is observed on May 5.
There will be a short program, followed by a smudge walk around the Bowl.
How did a medicine chest used by Florence Nightingale end up at #USask?
Professor Dr. Arlene Kent-Wilkinson believes she has solved the mystery through research.
“It’s a piece of our history; it’s nursing history."
Read more:
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