One of the best things about my job is getting to talk to UMHB students and alumni who are doing amazing things. Whether they are creating a food pantry for hungry students, or serving on…
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Preparing for Success in Health Professions
Are you considering applying for a graduate health professions program? If so, someone has likely advised you to keep your grades up, take all of the prerequisite courses, learn as much as you can about…
Learning: More than a Grade
Students often struggle with placing more importance on a grade rather than the learning itself. Learning is more than a grade; the purpose of learning is gaining deep understanding and integrating new knowledge with previous…
Tips for Pre-Health Majors
As the competition for coveted spots in medical schools has intensified, Pre-Health majors are increasingly common at universities across the country. Colleges often offer several different majors designed for students interested in pursuing admission into…
Serving Jesus through Nursing
The church I attend on a regular basis has a mission statement; part of it is to know Jesus intimately, to serve Jesus passionately and to share Jesus globally. The mission of the Scott and…
See One, Do One, Teach One
“See one, do one, teach one” is a phrase that is believed to have been coined by William Halstead, MD. Dr. Halstead created the first surgical residency-training program in the United States at John Hopkins….
Tips for Getting into Medical School
Are you interested in health professions? If you are considering going to medical school, then here are some tips that will help you as you prepare. Research Medical schools don’t “require” chemical research, but it can…
The Art & Science of Nursing
The portrayal of nursing is often as the doctor’s helper, those who empty bedpans, or give you a shot. The profession of nursing is much more than that. Registered Nurses (RN) are the core of…
10 Tips to Prepare You for the Fall Semester
Summer is almost over, and it is time to get into study mode. Before you know it, you will be facing the dreaded exams.With all you have to do as an active college student, it’s…
Interested in Medical Missions with the College of Nursing?
How would you like to fly halfway around the world to Africa, India or South America with faculty and a bunch of nursing students to care for under served populations? On our trip to Africa,…
8 Tips for Landing a Great Nursing Job
Seek the best match Match your skills, experiences, and values with the agency’s philosophy/mission statement. Carefully read the job description. Seek advice from a current employee (if you know one). Write a professional cover letter…