Josh Lawler, a BSN to DNP student, was interested in studying criminal justice until he joined the Army Reserve in 2005 as a 91W Combat Medic. When Lawler’s recruiter presented him with three job options – combat medic, truck driver or water sanitation specialist. Lawler chose the healthcare route. This was the small stone that started a rockslide into his nursing … [Read more...] about From the Army Nurse Corps to graduate school
Crowder President, Dr. Glenn Coltharp and Missouri State Provost, Dr. Frank Einhellig signed a “2 Plus 2” transfer plan and an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) transfer agreement last Friday on the Crowder College campus in Neosho. Missouri State University is committed to working with community colleges to establish seamless … [Read more...] about Crowder College and Missouri State University sign articulation agreements
Grad School Hub recognized Missouri State University’s online doctor of nursing practice (DNP) as third-best in the United States. Missouri State stood out because of a previous ranking with U.S. News as number 106 among best universities in the Midwest. MSU’s low tuition also encouraged the ranking. How the ranking is determined Grad School Hub looked at accreditation, … [Read more...] about Online doctor of nursing practice receives top three ranking
For nurses, the registered nurse first assist (RNFA) credential opens doors. Starting this November, Missouri State University will offer the registered nurse first assist (RNFA) graduate certificate. The RNFA program features advanced training and skills for registered nurses or advanced-practice registered nurses, preparing them to assist in surgery. The one-year … [Read more...] about Missouri State offers new RNFA certificate
The School of Nursing is pleased to welcome Dr. Stephen Stapleton to Missouri State University as the new Director of the School of Nursing. Dr. Stapleton will assume the position this month as Dr. Kathryn Hope officially retires after nearly 20 years of service. Dr. Stapleton earned his doctoral degree from the University of Illinois College of Nursing in 2010 after 28 … [Read more...] about Welcome Dr. Stephen Stapleton!