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2020-2021 Academic Year

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CELEBRATING OUR EMPLOYEE GRADS

CSUF HRDI 6/28/2021

Among the many Titans who graduated this year, many of our own Titan employees also graduated with a degree in higher education. Vicky McLeod, Budget Specialist for the School of Nursing earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Services. Congrats

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SON ANNUAL PINNING CEREMONY

SON YOUTUBE 6/9/2021

On Wednesday, June 9, 2021, the School of Nursing joyously celebrated our graduating students during the first ever virtual Pinning Ceremony. A recording of this virtual Pinning Ceremony can be viewed on our SON YouTube Channel..

Ruth Mielke

NURSING FACULTY NAMED EMERITI

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 10/5/2020

Ruth Mielke was one of eight faculty and staff members that were honored with emeriti status during the period July 1-Sept. 30. Mielke was recognized for 10 years of service to the state university..

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Lian Magaña

TRIPLE TITAN GRADUATE IS THE 24TH NURSE IN HER FAMILY

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 6/18/2021

Joining the Class of 2021, Lian Magaña achieved her third Cal State Fullerton nursing degree.

Roxanne Aguirre.

A VIRUS HITS HOME

TITAN MAGAZINE 12/15/2020

She recovered from COVID-19, but her grandmother didn't. Becoming a nurse brings new meaning to nursing student, Roxanne Aguirre.

nursing programs

TITANS OF THE FRONT LINE

IT TAKES A TITAN 12/8/2020

CSUF’s nationally-ranked nursing programs have been preparing future generations of nurses to take on any challenge with the strength of a Titan. 

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Taja Garcia,

LATINX AND NATIVE AMERICAN GRADS RECOGNIZED FOR ACHIEVEMENTS

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 6/17/2021

Taja Garcia, who earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing, said “As a Latina and first-generation bachelor’s degree recipient, I am proud to be a Titan and am very blessed to have had an amazing experience.”

Class of 2020

COMMENCEMENT AT LAST!

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 6/15/2021

On June 15, about 3,000 graduates from the Class of 2020 and 7,000 Titans from the Class of 2021 were finally able to take a celebratory walk across the commencement stage. Nursing faculty member, Shelly Burke, who earned her doctorate degree in nursing.

Nursing School

U.S. NEWS NAMES CSUF NURSING SCHOOL MASTER’S PROGRAM AS NO. 5 IN CALIFORNIA

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 5/27/2021

Cal State Fullerton’s Nursing School graduate program is fifth in California and No. 63 of 574 schools nationwide in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Nursing Schools: Master’s programs announced in the spring of 2021.

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CSUF celebrates

HIGH-ACHIEVING STUDENTS FIND HOME IN PRESIDENT’S SCHOLARS PROGRAM

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 6/2/2021

CSUF celebrates the 14 President’s Scholars who are graduating in the Class of 2021, including two nursing students. The President’s Scholars Program is a merit-based program for high-achieving students that offers experiences and opportunities in academics, leadership, service and mentorship.

Fullerton faculty and staff

CSUF EXPERTS PUBLISH, PRESENT AND ARE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR WORK

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 5/17/2021

Cal State Fullerton faculty and staff shared their expertise on subjects including Manal Alatrash, assistant professor of nursing, who authored “Determinants of Breast Cancer Screening in Three Arab American Women Subgroups” in the Journal of Transcultural Nursing.

Austin Nation

STUDY: ORANGE COUNTY’S LGBTQ COMMUNITY SEEKS SAFE, COMPASSIONATE HEALTH CARE

OC REGISTER 3/22/2021

Austin Nation, assistant professor of nursing at Cal State Fullerton, is conducting a study exploring the experiences and needs of the LGBTQ population in Orange County when they are accessing health care and mental health services.

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Cindy Greenberg

NURSING PROFESSOR NAMED INTERIM DEAN OF COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 5/12/2021

Cindy Greenberg has been appointed interim dean of the College of Health and Human Development, effective June 1, 2021. Greenberg serves on a national committee for the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, chairs the governing board of Placentia-Linda Hospital, and volunteers at health clinics for underserved and homeless.

EMBRACE Grant

INCLUSION AND ENGAGEMENT EFFORTS FOR DIVERSE STUDENTS

SON YOUTUBE 5/5/2021

Through the EMBRACE Grant, the Diversity Support Team (DST) was created to oversee interventions with faculty and students and tocreate initiatives to support a more inclusive environment within our School of Nursing. It is comprised of a dedicated group of students, staff, and faculty who are committed to removing barriers to success for underrepresented nursing students.

 faculty and staff were awarded

CAMPUS RECEIVES NEARLY $3.8 MILLION IN GRANTS, CONTRACTS IN Q3

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 4/27/2021

Cal State Fullerton faculty and staff were awarded close to $3.8 million in funding during the period January to March 2021. Stephanie Vaughn, professor emeritus of nursing and project director of EMBRACE was awarded $494,061 from Health Resources and Services Administration for the “EMBRACE: Enrichment Markers of Better Relationships, Academics and Cultural Enhancement” project.

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CSUF faculty participated

FACULTY PUBLISH RESEARCH AND SHARE EXPERTISE IN PRESENTATIONS

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 3/8/2021

CSUF faculty participated in various presentations and published research on topics ranging from COVID-19’s impact on childhood obesity to how teaching micro-aggressions can promote cultural competencies.

ICU Nurse

KATE BAYHAN ON MOTHERHOOD AND NURSING DURING THE GLOBAL HEALTH CRISIS

CSUF YOUTUBE 5/12/2021

ICU Nurse and faculty member Kate Bayhan shares her thoughts on motherhood, teaching, and nursing during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Learn about her story and experience her interview for Nurses Week 2021.Fullerton.

Rose Sakamoto

FACULTY RECOGNIZED FOR SERVICE TO CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 12/17/2020

Rose Sakamoto was one of 78 full-time faculty members honored for their outstanding record of service to students, the university and the community at the annual (and virtual) Faculty Recognition Awards this semester.

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Sharrica Miller

DR. MILLER ANNOUNCED AS CECA AWARD RECIPIENT

CASEY FAMILY PROGRAMS 1/14/2021

Sharrica Miller is one of the 2021 Casey Excellence for Children Award recipients in recognition of her outstanding work and dedication to improving child and family well-being in the United States. Dr. Miller’s experience in foster care drives her to be a passionate educator and advocate and to serve as a strong voice for youth in care and those transitioning out of foster care.

Titan Family

TITAN VOICES: MANY OF OC’S WHITE-CAPED HEALTH CARE HEROES HAVE TITAN PEDIGREE

OC REGISTER 2/18/2021

Since joining the Titan Family, my admiration for Orange County’s white-caped health care heroes has only grown, particularly as I have come to know the incredible faculty, staff, students, and alumni of Cal State Fullerton’s School of Nursing" states CSUF President Fram Virjee as he congratulated the next generation of OC nurses during the 2021 White Coat Ceremony.

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NURSING GRADUATES REFLECT ON THEIR PROFESSION DURING A GLOBAL HEALTH CRISIS

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 6/13/2021

This year’s graduates participated in a virtual pinning ceremony, marking the completion of their bachelor’s degrees in nursing. Anna Tada says finishing nursing school is one of the most difficult things she’s ever done. But she’s proud of herself and fellow graduates in Cal State Fullerton’s Class of 2021 for crossing the finish line to join one of the hardest-hit professions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Beverly Quaye

TITAN FACULTY SHARE RESEARCH AND RECEIVE HONORS

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 10/1/2020

Beverly Quaye and Manal Alatrash, assistant professors of nursing, co-authored "Changes in Knowledge, Attitudes and Beliefs in BSN Students After SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment) Education and Practice in Home Health" in the Journal of Professional Nursing.

 School of Nursing proudly

SON ANNUAL WHITE COAT CEREMONY

SON YOUTUBE 1/23/2021

On Saturday, January 23, 2021 the School of Nursing proudly recognized our Accelerated BSN Class of 2022 and Traditional BSN Class of 2023 as they transitioned from classroom learning to clinical practice. A recording of this virtual White Coat Ceremony can be viewed on our SON YouTube Channel.

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$3.25 MILLION GRANT TO INCREASE PIPELINE OF NURSES IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 8/31/2020

Amid deep health disparities illuminated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Cal State Fullerton's School of Nursing has been awarded a five-year, $3.25 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration to increase the pipeline of graduate-level nurses in underserved communities.

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Nursing students created a Kudoboard

SON KUDOS BOARD

8/28/2020

Nursing students created a Kudoboard to thank SON staff and faculty for their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. The online messages of thanks and appreciation have been extremely uplifting. Their heartfelt appreciation is much appreciated by SON.

Nursing students

NURSING STUDENTS ADMINISTER COVID-19 VACCINATIONS AT ORANGE COUNTY PODS

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 3/2/2021

Nursing students experienced elation and gratitude as they helped to administer COVID-19 vaccines at the Disneyland and Soka University points of dispensing (PODs) in February.

Kicking off the fall semester

UNIVERSITY WELCOMES NEW ADMINISTRATORS AND DEPARTMENT CHAIRS

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 8/17/2020

Kicking off the fall semester, Cal State Fullerton welcomes several new administrators and department chairs, including the School of Nursing's Dr. Penny Weismuller.

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Vaccination

BLACK COMMUNITY FACES VACCINATION BARRIERS

THE DAILY TITAN 3/22/2021

Vaccination efforts have increased across Orange County, but recent health reports have showcased a disparity in communities of color, specifically the Black community, when it comes to vaccination. Dr. Austin Nation, an assistant professor for School of Nursing, speaks on this inequality.

Nursing's Peggy Luna

UNIVERSITY CELEBRATES FACULTY AND STAFF AT 2021 UNIVERSITY AWARDS CEREMONY

CSUF NEWS SERVICE 4/15/2021

Nursing's Peggy Luna was selected to receive a Titan Excellence Award, one of CSUF’s highest honors! This well-deserved recognition reflects her passion for and dedication to student success and the advancement of our mission, particularly regarding her work in distance and online programs in SON.

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