Ashley Austria says she has experienced more growth and confidence in herself while studying in the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program in the College of Nursing. Now, she graduates with peace of mind knowing her tuition has been covered and she will begin working at Baptist Memorial Health Care after graduating, through the… Read More
“We are in a good place and moving in a good direction,” Chancellor Peter Buckley, MD, told members of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Advisory Board Friday during their summer meeting in Memphis. With many new leaders now in place and joining already committed colleagues to forge a more-cohesive team across all four Health Science Center campuses, the… Read More
When the Center for Student Success officially opened its doors last September, students had one place to go for help with any issues that might derail heir progress. Food insecurity, housing, academic issues, and other personal situations are potential roadblocks to graduation. However, the Center for Student Success is designed to be a comprehensive resource… Read More
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s Advisory Board will meet Friday, August 9, at 11 a.m., in the Mooney Library, 875 Monroe Ave., on the Memphis campus. On the agenda: Chancellor’s report Updates from the deans Financial update Special presentation – Chief Wellness Officer While the meeting will be conducted in person, it will… Read More
Tori Johnson, a pre-PA student from Mississippi State University, said her time in the Pre-Health Scholars program at UT Health Science Center was transformative. “The hands-on experiences, insightful panels, and supportive community have solidified my passion for health care and prepared me for the future, and I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity,” Johnson said.… Read More
Assistant Professor Christie Manasco, PhD, RN, CNE, has been named Assistant Dean of Student Affairs for the UT Health Science Center College of Nursing, effective July 1, 2024. In her position as Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Manasco will report directly to College of Nursing Dean Wendy Likes, PhD, DNSc, APRN-BC, FAAN, FAANP. Her… Read More
The Associate Dean of Research at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Nursing has received a two-year, $421,188 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to improve cognitive screening in people who suffer from a devastating type of stroke called aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH). Professor Ansley Stanfill, PhD, RN, FAAN, has… Read More
The list of the 2024 Health Care Heroes finalists released this week by the Memphis Business Journal underscores the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s extensive clinical impact in the Memphis community. Of the 26 finalists, 17 are associated in some manner with UT Health Science Center. “The UT Health Science Center has an abundance of… Read More
