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In the News: Emily Fitzgerald on Birthright Citizenship
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas clinical nursing professor and certified nurse-midwife Emily Fitzgerald recently wrote an op-ed for the Minnesota Star Tribune about the importance of preserving birthright citizenship as the U.S. Supreme Court considers the issue. In the piece, Fitzgerald argues that ending birthright citizenship would have far-reaching consequences for maternal and child health, public health, and…
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In the News: Melissa Lundquist on Father’s Day Complexities
In the NewsMelissa Lundquist, an associate professor in the School of Social Work and director of the undergraduate social work program at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about the complex emotions Father’s Day can bring. Lundquist discussed how holidays often evoke both joy and grief, encouraging people to acknowledge the layered experiences of… -
Twin Nursing Graduates to Start Careers at Mayo Clinic
In the NewsThe first class of University of St. Thomas students with bachelor’s degrees in nursing (BSN) crossed the commencement stage at Lee & Penny Anderson Arena May 23, capping off three days that also included the inaugural BSN pinning ceremony and marching out of the Arches. Many of the nearly 50 graduates are preparing for the… -
In the News: MayKao Hang on Celebrating 5 Years of Morrison Family College of Health
In the NewsDr. MayKao Y. Hang, vice president and founding dean of the Morrison Family College of Health, spoke with WCCO-TV about the University of St. Thomas’ rapid growth in health education. In just five years, the college’s nursing program has nearly doubled in size, reflecting its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the community. -
In the News: Melissa Lundquist on the Emotional Challenges of an Empty Nest
In the NewsMelissa Lundquist, an associate professor in the School of Social Work and director of the undergraduate social work program at the University of St. Thomas, sat down with MPR News host Catharine Richert and Allina Health psychologist David Nathan to discuss the emotional mix of pride, grief, and rediscovery that comes with an empty nest… -
In the News: Tanya Rand and Bob Shoemake Op-Ed on Older Adults Published in MinnPost
In the NewsUniversity of St. Thomas School of Social Work Clinical Faculty and Coordinator of Aging Services Tanya Rand, along with Selim Center for Lifelong Learning Director Bob Shoemake, recently co-wrote an op-ed for MinnPost on supporting older adults as society ages. From the story: When “Older Americans Month” was established in 1963 by President John F.… -
In the News: Dr. MayKao Hang and Melanie Ferris on Minnesota’s Health Care System
In the NewsVice President and Founding Dean of the Morrison Family College of Health Dr. MayKao Hang and Director of Health Equity Program Development Melanie Ferris recently published an op-ed in MinnPost on how deep disparities in Minnesota’s health care system still leave too many behind, but that there is a fix. From the article: Where you… -
In the News: Annette Hines on Nursing Shortage Improvements in Minnesota
In the NewsAnnette Hines, executive director of the Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing at the University of St. Thomas Morrison Family College of Health, recently spoke with KARE 11 about the significant drop in vacancy rates in Minnesota's hospitals for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. From the story: Annette Hines is… -
In the News: St. Thomas School of Nursing Graduates Inaugural Class
In the NewsAnnette Hines, executive director of nursing at the University of St. Thomas Morrison Family College of Health, recently spoke with KSTP-TV and KARE 11 about the first graduating class of nurses from St. Thomas and the difference they will make through whole-person care and advancing health equity. From KSTP: The inaugural class of the new… -
In the News: Annette Hines on the Inaugural School of Nursing Graduation
In the NewsAnnette Hines, executive director of the Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing at the University of St. Thomas, recently spoke with WCCO Radio about the upcoming commencement for the first class of nurses at St. Thomas and the importance of diversity within the nursing profession. From the interview: Host: Annette Hynes, director of the University…