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2021 UCF Women’s History Month Honorees

Mar 02

UCF Names 30 Under 30 Alumni Award Winners

Feb 22

UCF Nursing Students Step Up to Support Community Vaccination Sites

Feb 12

UCF Funds Second Round of $1 million SEED Initiative to Support Faculty Research

Feb 10

2 Teams Awarded 2020 Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Arts and Wellness Innovation Awards

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UCF College of Nursing sees spike in applications during the pandemic

Feb 26

News13: UCF Instructional Design Staff Keeps Online Learning Fresh During Pandemic

Jan 26

UPDATE: UCF Nursing Instructor Uses Her Cancer Battle to Teach Students

Dec 02

Fox 35: UCF student contact tracers work to stop spread of COVID-19

Oct 16

WMFE: Here’s How Hands-On Nursing Education Went Online During the Pandemic

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Mar 5 8:30 am

Continuing Education Opportunity: CHSE Blueprint Review Course (7 CEUs) Virtual

Mar 11 9:00 am

Online Information Session for UCF's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program Virtual

Mar 18 10:00 am

UCF/SSC Concurrent Virtual Information Session, BSN degree (via ZOOM) Virtual

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Spring 2021 Graduation Celebration | University of Central Florida - Orlando, FL

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Spring 2021 Graduation Celebration | University of Central Florida - Orlando, FL 👩‍🎓 Graduating this semester? Read ⬇ this update from UCF and RSVP your option by March 19!

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Check out the upcoming information sessions on the Bachelor of Science in @UCF_Nursing and learn about the unique admission requirements for each BSN program track. https://t.co/eZGqCH8ip5 1 Retweets

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Spring 2021 Graduation update ‼️
This spring, we'll have two #UCFGrad celebrations to recognize your accomplishments and celebrate with family and friends in-person. You will have the option of either participating in Grad Walk or an In-Person Commencement.
RSVP by... 42 Retweets

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For , UCF is honoring 31 faculty members throughout the month for their impact on students and t....

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For #WomensHistoryMonth, UCF is honoring 31 faculty members throughout the month for their impact on students and the campus community.
Today we are celebrating Dr. Mindi Anderson 👏, a #healthcare #simulation expert and a trusted mentor to #nursing students and ... 2 Comments

Edgar Hoyt Incredible leader. One of the most motivating and challenging teachers I’ve ever loved. Pushes me outside my comfort zone where ...

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🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Mindi Anderson on being named a @UCF 2021 #WomensHistoryMonth honoree👏
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2021 Women’s History Month HonoreesSponsored by LIFE@UCF Each March, Faculty Excellence honors 31 women for their impact on students and UCF's campus community. This year, as we continue to charge on during a pandemic, our women faculty have not wavered in their commitments as mentors, role models, friends, researchers and teachers. This blog post…
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Considering a ? Our application deadline has been extended to April 1, 2021.BSN to PhD: Faster, ....

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Considering a #NursingPhD? Our application deadline has been extended to April 1, 2021.
BSN to PhD: Faster, affordable way to a #NurseResearcher ➡️ https://t.co/o0H7Sv3UOo
Online PhD: Florida's 1st for #NurseScientist ➡️ https://t.co/yNSxVN4PAP https://t.co/W0nfB2RBCa 4 Likes 1 Retweets

⏳ One day left to register for this ⬇ opportunity in .Details and registration:

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⏳ One day left to register for this ⬇ #professionaldevelopment opportunity in #healthcare #simulation.
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⌛️ One day left to register for this ⬇️ online #healthcare #simulation #professionaldevelopment opportunity
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CHSE Blueprint Review Course - UCF College of NursingOnline Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) Blueprint Review Course on March 5 led by UCF's healthcare simulation experts.
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👀 Look who volunteered to join us again this week to administer 💉 ➡ Linda Hennig, found....

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👀 Look who volunteered to join us again this week to administer #covidvaccines 💉 ➡ Linda Hennig, founding associate dean of undergraduate affairs, pictured here in the center with faculty Donna Breit and Geraldine Luzincourt.
#covidvaccine #FridayShoutOut 2 Comments

Lydia La Mott Hi Dr. Hennig! ❤!

Ariana Gross Dr. Linda Hennig.. wonderful nurse and leader

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On @WFTV #Pandemic plays role, adds inspiration in 26% spike in @UCF_Nursing applications this year; interest in online advanced degrees also up #makingadifference https://t.co/zuhbFCJohO 2 Retweets

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Just a few days left to submit a research or project abstract for consideration the virtual 2021....

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Just a few days left to submit a research or project abstract for consideration the virtual 2021 Theta Epsilon Scholarship Day. Details ⬇️ 3 Likes

UCF Names 30 Under 30 Alumni Award Winners | University of Central Florida News

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UCF Names 30 Under 30 Alumni Award Winners | University of Central Florida News Congratulations to nursing alumnae Kimberly Bogers ’18BSN and Sara (Ponte) Piscitello ’13BSN who were named among the 30 Under 30 Award Winners for 2021! 🏆 🙌🎉 1 Comments

Ariana Gross Congrats Sarah Anne Piscitello, so proud of this accomplishment!

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A #research request ⬇️ from one of our nursing PhD students and national McKnight Doctoral Fellowship awardee #DissertationResearch

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🎉🙌 Congratulations to Kimberly Bogers ’18BSN and Sara (Ponte) Piscitello ’13BSN who were just named by @UCFALUMNI among the 30 Under 30 Award Winners for 2021! 🏆

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.@UCF_Nursing is leading the charge when it comes to student nurses administering shots in Central Florida. Listen tomorrow @MorningEdition @wmfeorlando https://t.co/41xiUYeBYT 1 Retweets

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Photos from UCF College of Nursing's post Another week in the history books as our nursing students continue to help administer the COVID-19 vaccine from Daytona to Cocoa to Orlando where Kate Dorminy, internship experiences coordinator, was able to give her mom the vaccine! 💉💛🖤
We are ... 5 Comments

Mary Lou Sole Such great experiences for all of our students across three campuses. Thank you all very much thanks to all the ...

Richard King As a current DNP student and MSN alumni, thank you to all UCF CON faculty and students for your efforts ...

Edgar Hoyt Amazing heroes!!!

Ali Payan UCF nurses are the best 💕

Brian Peach Excellent job students and faculty!

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Hundreds of UCF nursing students help administer COVID-19 vaccines

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Hundreds of UCF nursing students help administer COVID-19 vaccinesHundreds of student nurses from the University of Central Florida are stepping up to help give out vaccines. 2 Retweets

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UCF Nursing Students Administer COVID-19 Vaccine

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UCF Nursing Students Administer COVID-19 Vaccine Caring for our community 🖤💛
200 UCF College of Nursing students are administering the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible members across Central Florida.
We're proud to be joining the American Association of Colleges of Nursing in the national effort involving nursing ... 2 Comments

Trish Celano Proud of our Amazing Knight Nursing Students!

Brian Peach This is fantastic! I need autographs from Mrs. Dorminy, and these students before they graduate.

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Scholarship Helps BSN Student Fulfill Purpose

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Scholarship Helps BSN Student Fulfill Purpose "Understanding the impact that nurses made to both Marlie and my brother inspires me everyday...I hope to be able to help kids like (them) in the future." - Trysten Altamirano, BSN student and recipient of the In Memory of Marlie ... 17 Likes

Fellow Nursing UCF Alumni 🩺⚔️Plan to attend this month's virtual meeting 👇 for an enga....

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Fellow Nursing UCF Alumni 🩺⚔️
Plan to attend this month's virtual meeting 👇 for an engaging conversation on diversity, inclusion and equity in organizational culture led by Barbara Thompson with the UCF Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
Tuesday, February 16
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UCF College of Nursing Valerie Lapp The link above will allow you to register and receive a link! Let us know if you have ...

Valerie Lapp UCF College of Nursing I registered and didn’t receive the link.

UCF College of Nursing Valerie Lapp I see your registration and the issue - I'll send you a private message!

Valerie Lapp UCF College of Nursing thank you!

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Photos from UCF College of Nursing's post It's #WearRedDay across the college from campus to home offices to a #covidvacccine clinic with AdventHealth.
Proud to support the American Heart Association and #GoRedForWomen to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease and promote heart healthy behaviors. ❤️
#UCFNursing #OrlandoGoesRed #HeartMonth ... 20 Likes

New opportunity 👇Learn from our experts to gain the knowledge and confidence to become a Cer....

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New #ContinuingEducation opportunity 👇
Learn from our experts to gain the knowledge and confidence to become a Certified #Healthcare #Simulation Educator (CHSE).
CHSE Blueprint Review Course
Friday, March 5
7 #CEUs | Online 💻
Space is limited. Details and registration ... 2 Likes

Abingtons native's medical setbacks fuel passion for nursing career

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Abingtons native's medical setbacks fuel passion for nursing career “The nurses that I had... I would not be where I was without them. I want to do for other people what they did with me." - senior BSN student Madison
👀 Read the inspiring story on how this future ... 9 Comments

Ariana Gross Amazing determination and drive, thanks for sharing your story. You are going to be a great nurse

Kim Rathbun So proud of you Maddie!💛

Kelly Allred You make us proud Maddie!! 💛🖤💛

Mary Lou Sole Madison, thanks for sharing your journey.

Heather Davis Peralta That’s my Maddie! 🖤💛🖤💛

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Photos from UCF College of Nursing's post This week six senior BSN students from UCF Cocoa / Palm Bay Campus helped administer #covid19 vaccines 💉 at Health First Viera Hospital to associates, spouses and volunteers age 65 and older.
A shoutout to faculty member Nancy Duckworth for ... 1 Comments

Alexander Leonidas Yesss Professor Duckworth!

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UCF Ranked Among Nation’s Best Online Nursing Programs - UCF College of Nursing Why is our online MSN Nurse Educator ranked among the Top 10 in the nation? It's accessible, convenient and has a unique option to expand your career options in an emerging field.
"The ability to complete internship and practicum hours ... 18 Likes

Don’t forget to join us this afternoon for this 👇 opportunity.

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Don’t forget to join us this afternoon for this 👇 #continuingeducation opportunity. 3 Likes

Continuing Education Opportunity 👇Thanatology veteran and UCF alumna Dr. Darcy Harris '81 wil....

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Continuing Education Opportunity 👇
Thanatology veteran and UCF alumna Dr. Darcy Harris '81 will lead a timely conversation around cultivating compassion as #healthcare providers in the midst of grief.
Training in #compassion has demonstrated enhanced ability to tolerate distress, maintain ... 6 Likes

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Photos from UCF College of Nursing's post Helping protect the community. Our BSN students had a successful clinical day yesterday helping AdventHealth as volunteers to administer #COVID19 vaccines 💉
#UCFNursing #COVID19Vaccine #covidvaccine2021 8 Comments

Brian Peach Well done students and Mrs. Dorminy!

Debbie Weaver Thornton Thank you so much! My 92 year old father was one of the vaccine recipients at this Advent Health site ...

Linora Joyce Dolly I see my beautiful daughter Samantha Dolly.

Edgar Hoyt That’s our heroes! Thank you Ms. Dorminy and Dr. Allred for your important role in making our community safer!

Trish Celano 💕 Knight Nurses!

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New year, new career in ?If you're planning to apply to our accelerated Second Degree BSN progra....

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New year, new career in #nursing?
If you're planning to apply to our accelerated Second Degree BSN program, the deadline for applications and TEAS scores is this Friday, January 15. ⏱
Admissions details are available here 👉 https://nursing.ucf.edu/admissions/bachelors-degrees/#second
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First Day of Spring '21 Today is the first day of the Spring 2021 semester! Welcome back - and welcome new #NursingStudents 😀
We're excited and ready to help you achieve your #nursing education goals so you can #ChargeOn and change lives as #KnightNurses ⚔🩺
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