General News

A Dynamic Duo in Nursing Twins Re’lyn and Reyna Harper will complete bachelor’s degrees from the School of Nursing this weekend. And then the dynamic duo will start their professional nursing careers working at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist in Winston Salem, North Carolina; Re’lyn in medical-surgical and Reyna in the NICU. Learn more about these […]

The School of Nursing proudly continues to collect accolades, illustrating our commitment to excellence in education and service. We are excited to announce that several members of our faculty and staff have been recognized by the College Nominations, Awards, and Elections Committee (CNAEC) for their contributions to our department and the College of Health and […]

We’re thrilled to announce Melinda Pierce as the recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award from the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing Alumni Chapter. Her professional journey stands as an inspiration for current and future nurses, reflecting our values as an institution. Melinda expressed deep gratitude for the honor, calling it one of the highlights […]

We’re excited to share that UNC Charlotte Junior, Jalen London, has been chosen for the prestigious Amgen Scholars program. This summer, Jalen will continue his research at Harvard University, building on his work from last summer under the mentorship of Professor Suzanne Walker. London said his love for biochemical research began his freshman year at […]

We’re thrilled to announce Ashton Atmore as one of UNC Charlotte’s Staff Employees of the Year for Innovation. His dedication to fostering innovative spaces has made a profound impact on our campus community. Reflecting on his journey, Ashton considers his greatest achievement to be the moment he witnessed the lightbulb in students’ heads go off […]

We are thrilled to announce a historic achievement for the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing! For the first time, every student from the December graduation cohort passed the NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) on their first attempt! This milestone marks a significant moment in our program’s history. The NCLEX exam is renowned for its rigor […]

We’re excited to announce our new Collaboration with DaVita Dialysis Centers of Mecklenburg County! Approximately 20 centers will be sending nurses and patient care technicians to our Learning Resource Center for advanced simulation training. This collaboration aims to equip up to 100 DaVita employees with the critical skills to respond to emergency dialysis patients. The first live […]

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Jyotsana Parajuli as the Editor of the Southern Connections, the official newsletter of the Southern Nursing Research Society (SNRS). Dr. Parajuli’s tenure is set for two years, spanning from 2024 to 2026. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the society’s commitment to fostering excellence in […]

Exciting news for UNC Charlotte! The university has once again solidified its position among the top-tier institutions for online education. According to U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Online Bachelor’s Degrees rankings, UNC Charlotte ranks No. 7 in the nation, marking its third consecutive year in the top 10. This recognition highlights UNC Charlotte’s […]

We are excited to congratulate  one of our School of Nursing faculty members, Dr. Kelly Powers! Kelly Powers PhD, RN, CNE has been approved as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice (NAP) in Nursing. Recognized for her outstanding achievements in the field, Powers is set to join the Class of 2024 at […]