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Every day our students, faculty, and alumni are finding new ways to impact our communities through innovative research, scholarship, and service. Explore the latest stories, news, and announcements from the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing.
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Loyola Nursing launches new master’s degree for career changers
Program is the first and only of its kind in Illinois
Helping Latino families navigate end-of-life care
Loyola Nursing PhD candidate Fabiola Magaña studies end-of-life care experiences among Latino communities.
At Commencement, a reminder of nursing as ‘a force for equity’
The Class of 2026 graduated on National Nurses Day
'Supporting our tiniest patients'
Researcher awarded National Institutes of Health grant to help premature infants
'Set your heart ablaze'
Faculty in Loyola Nursing's graduate and undergraduate programs offer advice to the Class of 2026
The value of nursing science
The 2026 Palmer Research Symposium focused on the economic and societal benefits of nursing research.
Loyola Nursing featured in Wall Street Journal article
Dean Lorna Finnegan and a student spoke to the national paper about nursing as an economically promising career.
Loyola Nursing DNP climbs in latest rankings
Loyola Nursing's Doctor of Nursing Practice degree ranks among the top DNP programs nationwide.
President's Medallion: Arianna Moen
Arianna Moen is the 2026 recipient of the President's Medallion for the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing.
‘Nursing is so much more’
Dean encourages first-year students to embrace their roles as health care leaders
Loyola Nursing launches new research speaker series
Loyola Nursing is launching a new speaker series highlighting its research strength.
'A degree that sets you apart'
Learn how a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Loyola Nursing helped one recent alum.
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Early career Loyola Nursing scientist honored
Sueyeon Lee studies nurse-led health promotion and chronic disease management.
Advancing Loyola Nursing Science: Meet Todd Ruppar
Todd Ruppar leads Loyola Nursing's team of nurse scientists.
Loyola Nursing receives third HEED Award
National award is a "powerful affirmation" of Loyola Nursing's work
Loyola Nursing, Proviso East partnership provides DNP opportunities
A Doctor of Nursing Practice student's project made an impact at an area high school
Loyola Nursing welcomes largest-ever BSN class
The growth is tied to a new nursing-science building opening in 2028
Loyola Nursing grad is new Miss Illinois USA
Nikolina Vujcic, BSN '24, is a pediatric emergency room nurse
Pursuing a New Path with Purpose
Grant Alex, BSN '25, recalls pivot to a new career in pediatric nursing.
Saban named Endowed Chair for Research
Three-time Loyola Nursing alum Karen Saban holds the position.
'Through grief, I unexpectedly found purpose'
Kate Heneghan, BSN '25, recounts her nursing school journey.
A career of service
Regina Conway-Phillips, MSN ’94 and PhD ’11, reflects on a career defined by her commitment to social justice.
Illinois Department of Public Health Funds School of Nursing’s School-Based Health Center
Congratulations Nursing instructor Amy O’Malley and Professor Diana Hackbarth for receiving a grant from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Division of School Health Programs.
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Connor receives Jesuit nursing faculty award
Loyola Nursing's Jorgia Connor has been honored for embodying Jesuit values in nursing education
Finnegan recognized in Crain's
Dean Lorna Finnegan was recognized as one of Chicago's 2024 Notable Leaders in Health Care by Crain's Chicago Business.
Faculty honored for research
Loyola Nursing faculty were honored for research at the 2024 Midwest Nursing Research Society Conference.
Nowak receives MNRS early investigator award
Others from Loyola Nursing were honored at the annual conference.
Challenging the status quo
The Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing held its inaugural Inclusive Excellence Day on Sept. 26, 2023, highlighting Loyola Nursing's expanding emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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The Art Of Nursing
Jasmine Mirabelli uses artistic talent to express her passion for health care.
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New pathways to new opportunities
Leaders from both Arrupe and Loyola Nursing met and developed the BSN Pathway program, with funding support from the Hearst Foundations. In Fall 2019, the program admitted its first students.
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DNP student named Tillman Scholar
Currie Tighe has been named a 2024 Tillman Scholar by the Pat Tillman Foundation.
Driving Change and Advancing Equity in Healthcare
Loyola DNP alum Re’Jahnique Matthews is building a career dedicated to advancing equity in healthcare.
Nursing alumna honored among women veterans
Diana Hackbarth participates in Illinois’ first all-woman veterans flight to Washington, D.C.
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Loyola Nursing receives $4M gift from local order of nuns
Sisters of the Resurrection establish endowment to support scholarships for nursing students from diverse backgrounds
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Nursing career takes Loyola alumna around the globe
It was Loyola University Chicago's Nursing curriculum, dedicated faculty, and mission that attracted Meg Ryan to the Loyola Nursing BSN.
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The Power of Nursing Leadership has honored two School of Nursing faculty: Karen Saban for her mentorship of nurse scientists and Regina Conway-Phillips for advancing health equity.
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Loyola Nursing ranks #31 in U.S. News & World Report’s first-ever ranking of undergraduate nursing programs
U.S. News & World Report ranks Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing's BSN program 31st (tied) out of 694 U.S. programs.
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Palmer highlights evidence-based practice
The keynote speaker at the annual Palmer Research Symposium highlighted the importance of generating research to support evidence-based practice.
Searching for the ‘unsung heroes’
Several retired faculty and a University archivist are seeking to honor Loyola Nursing military veterans by collecting their stories.
President's Medallion Winner: Marty McNaughton
Marty McNaughton started a group to teach students health literacy.
Transforming nursing education
Loyola Nursing's second annual Inclusive Excellence conference addressed challenges diverse nursing students and faculty face.
Loyola Nursing senior receives state honor
Marty McNaughton was named the American Nurses Association-Illinois’ 2024 Student Nurse of the Year.
Dean elected to national board
This appointment reflects Dean Lorna Finnegan's commitment to creating more accessible pathways to nursing.
Loyola Nursing receives second HEED Award
The award is the latest national honor for the school’s Inclusive Excellence program.
'A model for transgender-affirming health care'
A National Institutes of Health grant is funding research behind the school’s “Trans*forming Care” program to educate nursing students on best practices for providing transgender and gender nonconforming care.
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Loyola Nursing earns #26 ranking
The U.S. News & World Report ranking is the highest ever for Loyola’s BSN program.
Solving the puzzle of preterm birth
Alexandra Nowak's NIH-funded research addresses high rates of preterm birth among Black women.
MNSON receives national award for inclusive excellence
The school's DEI initiatives have been called a "model" for other schools.
Ridosh to join AAN
Monique Ridosh is one of two Loyola faculty who will be inducted into the American Academy of Nursing.
Preceptors honored
Loyola Nursing preceptors connected with others performing the same vital work at a recent workshop and were honored at a reception following the event.
Congratulations, Class of 2024!
The Class of 2024 included 225 students who earned undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Meet our 2024 commencement speaker
Bridgette Rice, a nurse scientist who studies vulnerable populations, will be the keynote speaker at Loyola Nursing's 2024 commencement ceremony.
Palmer keynote announced
Bernadette Melnyk, a youth mental health expert, will be the keynote speaker at the 2024 Ruth K. Palmer Symposium.
Loyola Nursing launches new strategic plan
The five-year strategic plan prioritizes academic excellence, research, and diversity.
Nursing receives diversity award
Loyola Nursing has received a prestigious national honor that ranks its inclusive excellence efforts among the best nationwide.
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BSN maintains top status
Loyola Nursing placed 31st among undergraduate nursing programs nationwide, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
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President's Medallion Winner: Grace Nelson
Senior Grace Nelson said, "Loyola has helped me know how to talk to patients and let them know I'm going to be their advocate."
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‘A healthcare hero’
The descendants of Helen Sundall Goyer, a 1923 nursing school grad who treated tuberculosis patients before contracting the disease herself, have established a scholarship fund for first-generation students.
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A nursing pioneer's legacy
Nursing pioneer Barbara Brodie, a 1957 graduate of the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, left a gift to the school that reflects her commitment to nurse education.
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The Martino Scholars
A new $2.5 million gift from Rocco (MBA '78) and Roxanne Martino will fund Loyola nursing degrees for Arrupe College graduates.
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Mindfulness for African Americans Postpartum
A new study to improve mental health and mother-infant bonding
Associate Professor Carol Kostovich Awarded AACN Faculty Scholars Grant to Develop Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Toolkit for Simulation
Associate Professor Carol Kostovich to Develop Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Toolkit for Simulation
Seth Hawkins Huisenga, School of Nursing's 2023 Presidential Medallion Awardee
Meet Seth Hawkins Huisenga, the 2022 awardee of the Presidential Medallion for the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing
Loyola Nursing screens "The Loyola Project"
The captivating story is surprisingly relevant to today’s continued struggle for equality.
Loyola Nursing ranks #29 in U.S. News and World Report's most recent ranking of undergraduate nursing programs
Second highest scoring BSM program in Illinois
Investing in a proud family tradition
The Imburgia family continues their nursing tradition by supporting the Arrupe Pathway to Nursing program.
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Carrying on the ministry of healing
The Sisters of the Resurrection hope their mission will live on through the students they support with these scholarships.
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A guiding light at Loyola Nursing
Power of Nursing Leadership honors Lee Schmidt with SAGE award.
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Faculty Spotlight: Monique Ridosh
Monique Ridosh discusses research and impact of K01 award
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President's Medallion 2021-22
Cecilia Crane recognized for leadership, scholarship, and service.
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Supporting the Loyola Nursing – Arrupe College Pathway Program
Learn more about the Arrupe College Pathway program that allows students an alternate route to completing their BSN degree from Loyola University Chicago Nursing.
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Students Gain Primary Care Experience
Students gain primary care experience working in medically underserved communities during COVID-19
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Loyola Nursing receives $2.2M in federal funding
Grant will support School’s efforts to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion in the nursing workforce
Building the pipeline to a more diverse nursing workforce
Karen and Bob Desjardins' passion for opportunity equity motivates their support of the BSN Pathway program.
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Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Amanda Peacock
Amanda Peacock named to the Illinois Nurses Foundation's 2021 list of 40 under 40 Emerging Nurse Leaders.
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Understanding the true meaning of patient care
Alumna’s transformational experience prompts her gift to Loyola Nursing
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Watch and Learn
Future nurses are learning the fundamentals of examining a patient during in-person lab classes this fall.
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Addressing problems before they begin
Prior to returning to Loyola for her MSN, Nikitovic worked in a transplant center that provided service to people living in under-served communities.
READ MOREAmanda Peacock recognized as Distinguished Educator in Gerontological Nursing
Among this year’s Distinguished Educators in Gerontological Nursing is Assistant Professor Amanda (Mandy) Peacock.
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Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing offers personalized advising to graduate students.
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Loyola University Chicago's Nursing Class of 2020 - Dedication to the Profession.
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Kristamae Masiclat
Learn more about Kristamae Masiclat's research project: Cultural influence on second-generation Filipino nursing students.
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Radia Daud
Radia Daud a nursing student projected to graduate in 2020, talks about her research project.
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From Diagnosis to Distinction
How a Graduate Nursing Student Changed Her Career Path and Found Her Passion for Oncology.
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Alumna reflects on starting her nursing career during the coronavirus pandemic
Nina Herkert (BSN ‘19) was only months into her first nursing job when the coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic hit.
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Social distance teaching & learning
Angela Mahaffey publishes article exploring social distance teaching and learning
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