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Listening from the Front Lines

Annaliese Meistrich (BSN '26) translated her frontline EMT and clinical experiences into a Distinguished Majors research project examining behavioral health crisis response models, emphasizing collaborative, human‑centered care and the need for stronger mental health collaboration among frontline responders.

by Christine Thalwitz

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From the Dean

As the School of Nursing marks 125 years, this issue highlights the people, priorities, and progress shaping its future across education, research, and care.

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Steeped in History

As part of its 125th anniversary, the School of Nursing honored faculty emeriti at an afternoon tea celebrating their lasting contributions to the School.

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Mapping Care with the Community

For a growing number of patients, primary care no longer requires a trip across town—it comes to them.

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Johnny Fever Has Entered the Chat

A patient named Johnny Fever is changing how students practice care by asking questions and reacting in real time, showing how AI is shaping hands-on learning.

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CCI's Yoga In Scrubs

Between classes and clinics, busy students, faculty, and staff come as they are to pause, relax, and find a sense of grounding.

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In Her Own Words

I Am the Spider is a personal essay about resilience and compassion by Mekhla Raina (DNP '26).

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