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Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing

Whether they're starting clinicals in their first semester as undergrads or helping patients through research and care, the members of ӰƵ’s work together and across disciplines to drive positive impact in world-class hospital systems and our surrounding communities. Follow along with the latest news from one of the nation’s top nursing schools.

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Emily Lopez
Student Spotlight: Emily Lopez
Emily Lopez always knew she wanted a career in healthcare—one that allowed her to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Now, as she prepares to graduate with her Master of Nursing degree from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at ӰƵ, she reflects on…
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Celebrating National Nursing Week 2025: A look into the innovative nursing programs at CWRU
From advocating for patients to leading innovations in care, nurses are at the heart of health systems across the U.S. and around the world. The American Nurses Association (ANA) is dedicated to recognizing the unwavering dedication, expertise and compassion nurses bring to healthcare, and invites…
Ellie Pearson
Student Spotlight: Elizabeth Pearson
Elizabeth “Ellie” Pearson knew she wanted to be a nurse after spending time volunteering at the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. As an undergraduate earning her psychology degree, Pearson spent time in both the neonatal intensive care unit and pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) watching nurses…
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Nursing Research News : April 2025
Each month, the Center for Research and Scholarship at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing sends an internal research newsletter to faculty, staff, students and researchers. A recap is posted here. MNRS Distinguished Abstract Award Shemaine Martin, PhD candidate and legacy fellow at…
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Can germs from public spaces really find their way into your home? A nurse weighs in.
Can this simple practice keep you from getting sick? Or is it a waste of laundry? I have a bit of a routine that I only recently realized might not be the norm for everyone. In short, I have dedicated “outside clothes” and “inside clothes.” I can’t imagine lounging around the house in the…
Brittany Cordova
Student Spotlight: Brittany Cordova
Class Year: 2025 Program: Master of Nursing After spending years researching spider brains, conducting bone marrow transplants in mice and even swimming with sharks, Brittany Cordova felt like something was missing. “I realized I wanted a career that allowed for more human interaction,”…
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A nursing education makes all the difference when becoming a nurse, says Latina Brooks
It's possible to become a registered nurse in as little as two years, but there are several routes into this fast-paced, rapidly evolving career. They all start with nursing school, and they all require passing the National Council Licensure Examination, or NCLEX. The study of nursing takes a…
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Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing shows positive 2025 rankings with U.S. News
U.S. News & World Report’s Best Graduate Schools rankings, which were released in early April, show the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at ӰƵ slipped overall but gained in several speciality programs. Following widespread critiques of the criteria used in…
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Kylie Meyer's advice in how to hire a senior caregiver
Hiring a caregiver takes time and energy, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Simplify the process with this expert-backed advice. Hiring a caregiver is a process that requires time, energy and thoughtful preparation — but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. There are simple steps you can…
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Nursing Research News: March 2025
Each month, the Center for Research and Scholarship at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing sends an internal research newsletter to faculty, staff, students and researchers. A recap is posted here. A Message from the Associate Dean for Research Dear School of Nursing research…