Category Archives: College & Campus News

When alumna Dr. Darcy Harris ’81BSN was a student at UCF, Florida hospital had openings for student nurses. She was placed in the oncology department, and she said she felt immediately it was a fit. “I was not afraid to talk with people about dying and I wasn’t afraid to be with people who were […]

Top 10 in Nursing Education and Top-ranked MSN in Florida     Once again U.S. News & World Report has ranked UCF among the best online programs in the nation for both undergraduate and graduate nursing degrees. In the 2021 Best Online Programs rankings, UCF is ranked No. 8 for Best Online Nursing Education Master’s programs, […]

As the pandemic continues, more college students are turning to online classes for the knowledge and skills they’ll need to graduate. At UCF, instructional design staff help make sure teachers and students can get creative – such as Dr. Desiree Díaz in the College of Nursing healthcare simulation graduate program. Read More  

U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked UCF among the Best Online Bachelor’s programs in the nation — this time, coming in at No. 14.     “Our high rankings are a testament to the terrific work of our talented faculty and instructional designers who produce engaging, high-quality courses that support our students’ success […]

Private philanthropy is helping nursing students make it through COVID-related financial crises.   Next week, when the Spring 2021 semester begins, senior nursing student Josée Etienne will return to UCF to complete her clinicals, coursework and honors thesis. But for Etienne and several other nursing students, the semester almost didn’t happen.   Last year, at […]

  This past weekend 227 nursing students received their degree from UCF. For the Fall Class of 2020, the achievement was no easy feat. Not only did these graduates complete the rigorous degree programs, but for many, they did so while simultaneously working as nurses during COVID-19 pandemic.     BSN Graduates Among the 188 […]

Update: Joyce DeGennaro ’03 ’09BSN ’13MSN passed away on Sunday, Nov. 29 after a five-year battle with breast cancer. She was a wonderful mother and wife, and a beloved faculty member and friend. She was an inspiration to everyone who knew her and will be greatly missed. Read her inspiring story, which she shared in […]

  College of Nursing Associate Professor Christopher W. Blackwell ’05PhD was among this year’s inductees. The honor recognizes faculty who have made a national and international impact through their research, teaching and service.   Read More

National Expert to Teach Strategies for Thriving in Turbulent Times in Free Online Lecture Hosted by Orlando Health and the UCF College of Nursing   To help nurses thrive in the turbulent times of COVID-19 and beyond, Orlando Health and the UCF College of Nursing are hosting a free online lecture with national resilience expert […]

After overcoming many challenges, Marlee Rose Linnell is following in both of her parent’s footsteps to pursue a career in nursing. By her side is a four-legged pup who is also learning to care for others.   Growing up, Marlee Rose Linnell would visit the hospital where her mom worked the night shift as a […]