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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 Case Western Reserve University’s Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing 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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Recent awards and recognitions
Bader G. Alreshidi, PhD, RN (GRS '22, nursing) received the Midwest Nursing Research Society's Dissertation Award from the Acute and Critical Care Across the Lifespan Research & Implementation Interest Group. Lisa Brannack, a PhD student, received the Donna Algase Dissertation Award from Frances…
Rankings report
Case Western Reserve University’s health-related graduate and professional programs continued their prominence in this year’s  U.S. News & World Report rankings, with Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing demonstrating its lasting renown.  The overall Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree…
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Master of Nursing program info session
Interested in entering nursing, but don’t have educational experience in the field? Join Case Western Reserve University’s Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing Monday, July 18, from noon to 1 p.m. for a webinar on its Master of Nursing program. Specifically designed for those without a…
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Spartan Showcase: Takiyah Smith
Major: Master of Science in Nursing / Doctor of Nursing Practice Year: Rising third year As a Grey’s Anatomy superfan, Takiyah Smith has spent a lot of time admiring her favorite fictional physicians and surgeons as they’ve interacted with patients at their most intimate moments.  When she…
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Master of Nursing online information session
The Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing will host a webinar on the Master of Nursing program Tuesday, June 21, from noon to 1 p.m. During the session, Master of Nursing Program Director Molly Jackson will provide an overview of the program and lead a Q&A session. Register to attend.
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The Marian K. Shaughnessy Nurse Leadership Academy finds a new home
Academy’s grand opening ceremony pays tribute to the alumna who catalyzed the program Ten years after its namesake first wrote about her vision for an institute to develop nurse leaders, the Marian K. Shaughnessy Nurse Leadership Academy gained a permanent home at the Health Education Campus of…
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Eight outstanding members of the 2022 graduating class share their stories
After several years of adjusted plans due to pandemic-related health and safety protocols, the Case Western Reserve University community will gather once again this year for fully in-person commencement events. The Class of 2022's accomplishments will be celebrated in ceremonies on May 14 and 15,…
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5 things to know about… nursing
May is National Nurses Month, a time to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of various medical professionals in nursing who are dedicated to keeping our communities healthy. To learn more about the diversity of the field of nursing, The Daily sat down with Evelyn G. Duffy, the Florence…
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Doctoral student Braveheart Gillani investigates COVID-19's impact on the mental health of gender diverse patients in recent article
Braveheart Gillani, a doctoral student at the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, recently released a new publication about “Telehealth in Trans and Gender Diverse Communities: the Impact of COVID-19,” published by Springer Link in April 2022. Gillani worked alongside MetroHealth physician…
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Alumna’s $5.5 million commitment to provide scholarships to support nurse anesthetist students
A decorated Air Force officer, Case Western Reserve University alumna Cheryl E. McRae-Bergeron, DNP (NUR ‘94), has spent a lifetime advancing the critical role of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) in healthcare.  Today, through a transformative $5.5 million estate commitment to the…