Upcoming Events
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Lauren Anderson’s DNP Scholarly Project
April 16th at 10:00 am Please join Laurel Anderson as they present their final DNP Scholarly project, “Implementing a Standardized Flushing Protocol to Impact Policy…
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Glenna Whaley’s DNP Scholarly Project
April 15th at 10:00 am Please join Glenna Whaley as they present their final DNP Scholarly project, ” Pain Scale Education: An Educational Initiative to…
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Katherine Monnett’s DNP Scholarly Project
April 14th at 2:00 pm Please join Katherine Monnett as they present their final DNP Scholarly project, “Improving HPV Vaccination Rates in the Pediatric Population…
Latest News
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College of Nursing Earns National Recognition for Consistent NCLEX Success
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing has been recognized among the nation’s top nursing programs for consistently strong first-time National Council Licensure Examination…
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Hébert Receives International Academic Excellence Award
Susan Hébert, assistant dean of simulation, was honored with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) 2026 Academic Excellence Award. With over…
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From East Tennessee to Hawai‘i: Expanding Nursing Education Through Global Connection
The College of Nursing partners with a wide range of local clinical sites and offers state-of-the-art clinical lab environments on campus. Together, these settings give…
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Celebrate National Nurses Week with the College of Nursing
The College of Nursing invites you to an evening of celebration, connection, and recognition during National Nurses Week. Join us on Thursday, May 7 for…
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SEC Nursing Faculty Consortium Brings Collaboration to the Innovation Room
This March, the college had the privilege of hosting the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Nursing Faculty Professional Development (NFPD) Consortium. Each year, nursing faculty from SEC…
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Alumni Award Spotlight, Ashley Curl
For Ashley Curl, MSN ’16, nursing has always been about more than treating symptoms. It’s about restoring quality of life, dignity, and hope. Curl is…
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More Love to Pour Out
For most of Jenny Burghardt’s life, everything unfolded just as planned. A Knoxville native and Bearden High School graduate, she met her husband while attending…
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Continuing a Legacy of Care
Elizabeth Sowell (’14, ’17, ’24 ) has embedded herself into the UT and nursing family for life. First as an alumnus and now as faculty, her nursing journey is deeply rooted in…
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College of Nursing Marks Five Months in New Home with Momentum, Community
The college has completed its first five months in its new home with remarkable momentum, building connections, and a growing sense of community. Since opening its doors in…
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2025 A Year in Review
As we look back on 2025, the College of Nursing celebrates a year of incredible milestones, achievements, and growth. Here are the key highlights that…
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Leaving a Legacy: How One Faculty Member Is Redefining Generativity in Nursing
As a PhD-prepared nurse practitioner and gerontologist, Assistant Professor Sarah Neller brings both heart and innovation to her work. Neller, a Nashville native and mother…
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Trusting Her Gut: Groer’s Gift, Mentorship Support New Era of Research
Through her generosity and expertise, Research Professor Maureen Groër (MSN ’80) is helping accelerate laboratory research in the College of Nursing. Groër, now 80, has…
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Alspaugh Named ACNM Fellow
Amy Alspaugh, assistant professor at the college, has been named a 2025 Fellow of the American College of Nurse-Midwives. The ACNM Fellowship honors certified nurse-midwives whose…
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Philanthropy Is the Volunteer Creed in Action
The University of Tennessee’s Volunteer Creed offers a challenge and a promise: “One that beareth a torch shadoweth oneself to give light to others.” Philanthropy…
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Resilience in Action, PhD Spotlight
For more than a decade, Stephanie Fancher worked in acute care pediatrics, often on the front lines of children’s health. In 2019, while working in…
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Knoxville Runners: College of Nursing’s Precious Prints 5k will be held November 1 through November 8
Registration is open for the 2025 Sprint for the Prints 5K Run & Walk. This annual event supports the Precious Prints Project, which provides free…
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College of Nursing Earns Full CCNE Accreditation
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing has been granted full accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for a 10-year term,…
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Silen and Alexander Honored with Alumni Awards
The College of Nursing is a nationally recognized leader in the education of highly skilled and visionary nurses. Among them are two alumnae who were…
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UT College of Nursing Ranked Among Nation’s Top Programs
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing has been recognized among the best nursing programs in the country. In the latest U.S. News &…
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College of Nursing Announces Endowed Dean’s Chair from Greg and Lisa Reed
The College of Nursing has received a transformational gift from Lisa Edwards Reed (’86) and Greg Reed (’85, ’88), establishing the Lisa and Greg Reed…
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2025 Pharmacology Update
The University of Tennessee, College of Nursing’s annual Pharmacology Update will be on Friday, November 21. The event will begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude…
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Dean Victoria Niederhauser Announces Retirement from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, announces the retirement of Victoria Niederhauser, Dean of the College of Nursing, at the end of this academic year after…
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Vine School Health Center Celebrates 30 Years of Impact
The Vine School Health Center is celebrating a milestone of compassion and commitment: 30 years of providing accessible high-quality health care to Knox County students…
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UT Knoxville College of Nursing Expands Partnership with UT Medical, Announces New Building Name
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s College of Nursing has extended its partnership with the University of Tennessee Medical Center through the sponsorship of the college’s…
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Three College of Nursing Faculty Honored with UT President’s Awards
Three College of Nursing faculty members have received 2025 President’s Awards, the highest honor given to University of Tennessee faculty and staff by UT System…
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College of Nursing to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The College of Nursing is inviting community members, friends, health care partners, and local leaders to campus for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the…
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UT College of Nursing and East Tennessee Children’s Hospital Launch New Pediatric Nursing Partnership
A new partnership between the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing and East Tennessee Children’s Hospital (ETCH) is helping prepare future nurses for careers…
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Celebrating Excellence: UT Nursing Honors Staff, Faculty, and Students
The College of Nursing recently honored the achievements and contributions of its students, faculty, and staff during two May events: the Pinning Ceremony and the…
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Nursing Faculty Member Selected as Fellow of the AANA
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing is proud to announce that Jennifer Patrick, clinical assistant professor, has been selected as a candidate for…
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Nursing Receives $1 Million Gift to Support Student Scholarship, Success
The University of Tennessee, College of Nursing recently received a $1 million award from the Bedford Falls Foundation-DAF to support undergraduate nursing programs. The award…
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Senior Spotlight, Olivia Gaar
From the moment she encountered compassionate nurses during her own health care experiences, Olivia Gaar knew she wanted to follow in their footsteps. “I decided…
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Davenport Selected for 2025 Edmond J. Safra Nurse Educator Program
Lisa Davenport, clinical associate professor, was recently selected to participate in the Edmond J. Safra Nurse Educator Program Davenport traveled to Minneapolis between May 19…
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Back to the Beginning: A Sister’s Journey to the NICU
For Karli Brtalik, the path to nursing began not in a classroom, but in a hospital NICU. When her younger sister, Madison, was born with…
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College of Nursing Among Top Public DNP Programs, U.S. News and World Report Rankings
The College of Nursing DNP program at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, ranked among the top 25 public universities in the U.S. News & World…
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The Many Hats of a Nurse: Celebrating National Nurses Week
Nurses are the backbone of health care, providing compassionate care, advocating for patients, and innovating for the next generation. While many picture nurses at the…
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A Voice for the Vulnerable
For Ariana Kerney, the journey to nursing began long before she stepped foot on campus. As a competitive gymnast for over a decade, she spent…
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A Passion for Patient-Centered Care
From a young age, Elizabeth Brownlie (’12) knew she was drawn to the medical field. Growing up in Knoxville, her first exposure to health care…
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College of Nursing Building on Track for August 2025 Opening
Exciting progress continues the College of Nursing Building, which remains on schedule to welcome students for classes in August 2025. The glass curtainwalls on the…
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Leading With Purpose: PhD Student Shapes the Future of Nursing Through Education, Practice, Policy, and Research
Courtney Pitts is no stranger to hard work, dedication, and service — both in and out of the classroom. Pitts, who has formerly served as…
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College of Nursing Brings Research and Career Inspiration to East Tennessee High Schools
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing is taking its mission beyond the classroom and research lab by actively engaging high school students across…
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Nursing and Libraries Host Inaugural Health Care Conference
The College of Nursing and University Libraries recently hosted the inaugural Great Expectations in Health Care conference. The conference was supported with grant funding from…
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Jenkins Named New Associate Dean of Practice & Global Affairs
The University of Tennessee’s College of Nursing is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeanne Jenkins as the new associate dean of practice and global…
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College of Nursing and The University of Tennessee Medical Center Strengthen Academic-Practice Partnership with New Leadership Appointments
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing and The University of Tennessee Medical Center (UTMC) recently formalized their longstanding commitment to advancing nursing education…
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Student Spotlight, Heidi Worley
Growing up in the small town of Whitwell, Tennessee, Heidi Worley always knew she wanted to dedicate her life to helping others. “Kindness, compassion and…
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Unexpected Paths, Candy Wilson
Candy Wilson’s path to nursing was not one she had meticulously planned, but rather a journey shaped by life’s unexpected turns. Nursing was not Wilson’s…
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Lainey Briggs: Named Volunteer 40 Under 40
From the moment Lainey Briggs set her sights on a career in nursing, she knew it was more than a profession—it was a calling. “I…
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UT Faculty Member Inspires Next Generation Nurses Through Education, Advocacy, Global Engagement
With over 30 years of nursing experience and nearly 20 years as a practicing family nurse practitioner, Melissa Hessock brings a wealth of knowledge and…
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Anderson Receives $250,000 Grant to Support LGBTQIA+ Dementia Caregivers
Joel Anderson, a professor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Nursing, has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the RRF Foundation for Aging…
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Hands-On Healing, Student Role at Vine School Health Center
Since 1995, the Vine School Health Center has been providing comprehensive health care services to children and families, fostering their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.…
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Moser Named 2024 American Heart Association Distinguished Scientist
Debra K. Moser, a professor at the University of Tennessee, has been named a Distinguished Scientist by the American Heart Association (AHA) for 2024. This…