A Passion for Nursing, A Heart for Students
For the past 15 years, Karen Mascolo, DNP, RN, a Kent State University College of Nursing professor, has helped prepare future nurses to lead with confidence, navigate challenges and make meaningful differences in the lives of others. Whether she is teaching...
Kent State’s RN-to-BSN Program Expands Career Opportunities
For many nurses, earning a bachelor’s degree is more than just another credential; it’s the beginning of opportunities they never imagined possible. For Kent State College of Nursing alumna and faculty member, Lisa Davis, Ph.D., MSN, CMRSN, taking a chance and...
Kent State Nursing Student Builds Community While Earning Degree
For many nursing students, inspiration begins at home. For Kent State University College of Nursing junior Quren Jarvis, that inspiration came from her mother, whose LPN career sparked Jarvis’ own interest in healthcare. In high school, Jarvis completed an LPN...
Jachimike Peter-Afunanya Advocates for Nursing Students as USG Senator
International senior nursing student Jachimike Peter-Afunanya has learned that leadership, like nursing, is rooted in listening, compassion and intentional action. Born in Nigeria and now studying at Kent State University, she brings those values to her role as the...
Eva Resek Gains Meaningful Experience Supporting Individuals with Down Syndrome Through PALS Program
For Kent State University’s nursing student, Eva Resek, compassion isn’t just a part of her education; it’s the heart of it. As a third-year student from Columbus, OH, she came to Kent State drawn by the university’s renowned nursing program and opportunities to learn...
From the Hospital to the House: Kent State Nursing Students Step into Policy
At the Kent State University College of Nursing, we learn what it means to advocate for our patients in every setting – from right at the bedside to the boardrooms of hospitals. As nursing students, we are trained to make decisions that are backed by evidence-based...
Preparing for a Future in Nursing and Mental Healthcare
Destiny Nash, a student in Kent State University’s Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN-BSN) program, is set to graduate in fall 2025. With a clear focus on mental healthcare, Nash is already looking toward her future in nursing, determined...
A Future in Trauma and Cardiac Care: Marquiez Jennings’ Journey in Nursing, Diversity and Leadership
Marquiez Jennings, a student in Kent State University’s College of Nursing Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, is preparing to take on the nursing world with a unique perspective shaped by his diverse background and experiences. Set to graduate in May...
Interdisciplinary Teams Are Key to Effective Healthcare Policy
Katie Murray is a junior at Kent State University, majoring in nursing with a minor in healthcare systems management. She is also a member of the Honors College at Kent State.Q: Why did you choose Kent State University? A: I chose Kent State because of its incredible...