2020 News Archive

State Nursing Institutions Collaborate to Spark Change

When it comes to college colors, traditions, and many times collegiate sports, the nursing deans of UofSC, Clemson, and MUSC may not root for the same team. However, on a deeper level, Deans Jeannette Andrews (UofSC Nursing), Linda Weglicki (MUSC), and Kathleen Valentine (Clemson Nursing) are all team, South Carolina.

Calming the Chaos Around Us: A Resource for Caregivers

COVID 19 has brought on significant challenges for families across America and globally. With the mounting demands on parents and caregivers, professionals at the University of South Carolina offer guidance and support you in your parenting and caregiver journey.

Tools for School

The current pandemic has only heightened the financial burden of costs associated with basic school supplies, textbooks being a critical one. Serving as the foundational education tool, textbooks are the gateway to successful learning.

After a 44 Years of a Nursing Career Comes a Well Earned Retirement

Carole Plyler Bundy graduated with her BSN in 1977! After more than 40 years of an accomplished nursing career, Carole decided to retire this past October. We spoke to Carole about her nursing journey and the many adventures she has had in healthcare.

Unwavering Gamecock Spirit

Barbara and Earl Lovelace's story began as two spirited Gamecock students on campus in the mid-1960's. Barbara Huitt was a nursing student and a cheerleader when she met Earl Lovelace, a basketball player, and history major.

He Won a National Title at UofSC: Now He's Working as a Nurse

A couple of weeks ago, in between 13-hour nursing shifts and innumerable diaper changes, Thomas found a little time to reminisce. His mother texted him that the SEC Network was re-airing the 2010 and 2011 College World Series championships, which featured South Carolina defeating UCLA and Florida, respectively.

Alumna & Nurse Leader Elected Richland County Coroner

Naida Rutherford is the first female and African American to serve as Richland County Coroner.

Alumni Spotlight- Nikita Pete

My proudest moment as a DNP student was completing my DNP project and presenting my defense. It was that moment during my presentation that I felt proud and thankful to have chosen UofSC again for my DNP.

Rising to the Challenge: Excellence in Nursing Education During a Pandemic

Since the beginning of COVID-19 we have remained steadfast in our commitment to quality and excellence. The past months have not disrupted our vision to be a preeminent College of Nursing of distinction that pioneers innovation, leadership, and excellence.

Supporting The Future of Nursing

Charles B. "Chuck" Chitty continues his family's philanthropy legacy with the Mary Seymour Kittrell Scholarship.

Getting Involved In Student Organizations

Student organizations within the College of Nursing provide professional development, leadership, and networking opportunities for students.

Remembering Your Clinical Experience

We recently asked our alumni on Facebook to share their memorable clinical experiences. A walk down memory lane showed us the impactful lessons that mentorship clinicals provide to nursing students.

Alumna Serves as UN Liason

Janice Hawkins was recently chosen as a Sigma Theta Tau International United Nations Liaison.

Breastfeeding Awareness Month With Dr. Tisha Felder

Dr. Tisha Felder, founder of Mocha Mamas Milk (MMM®) talks about breastfeeding education and support.

CON Health Centers Highlight

All of our centers provide nurse leaders with tools to innovate, research, plan, and implement.

Finding The Why

BSN student, Caroline Guynn did her summer externship at the Brain Injury Unit at Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA.

Return to Grad School

When deciding on a school for my master's, I don't remember ever entertaining the idea of a school other than UofSC. I loved that I already knew and had relationships with some of the faculty and professors, knew what their expectations of us were, how they utilized blackboard and other virtual resources.

Thank You To Our CON Military

We salute our College of Nursing military students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our country. We spoke to current, retired, and future military to learn about their experiences and celebrate their leadership.

Gamecock Nursing Students Lead Campus Return

As part of UofSC's three-phased return plan, the College of Nursing is among a select few Health Science programs to transition back to face-to-face instruction.

We will make changes together

A Message from Dean Jeannette Andrews and Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Coretta Jenerette.

Frontline Gamecock

MSN student and Clinical Instructor for UofSC's Undergraduate Pediatric Course shares her experience on the frontlines.

Men's Health Month

The goal of Men's Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.

World Sickle Cell Awareness Day

My initial interest in sickle cell health management is personal, I have family members with the sickle cell disease.

A Message from Dean Andrews: We must work together to heal our nation.

Our core values of diversity, inclusivity, commitment, caring, integrity, respect, and professionalism are the heart of Gamecock Nursing Nation.

Cancer Stories on National Cancer Survivors Day

CON faculty & cancer survivors share their life-changing journey of surviving cancer.

Women's Health Month

As I began to reflect, it was clear to me the importance of recognizing women's health and healthcare issues, not only as an individual, but the impact that women's healthcare issues have on families, communities, and populations.

Mental Health Month

Feelings of distress are reasonable responses to crisis. Focus on things that you can control.

DNP: Evidence-based Projects Into Practice

DNP students work with a mentoring team of CON faculty and project site champions on their chosen quality improvement projects.

I was a nurse on the front lines of Ebola

Nurses on the front lines of a pandemic need education, training, and institutional support.

Nurses Week and the Class of 2020

A message from Dean Jeannette Andrews honoring all nurses.

International Midwifery Day With Dr. Rhonda R. Johnson

Certified Nurse Midwife Ronda Johnson speaks about her experience as a midwife and the common myths of midwifery.

Make every second count

Rosina Fadul, 2015 BSN, shares her experiences as a nurse on the frontlines in New Jersey during COVID-19.

A Legacy of Nursing

Nursing runs in the family for Daniella Kucherina, a senior student in the BSN program at South Carolina.

Going strong: Fourth cohort touts 100% NCLEX pass rate

The BSN class of December 2019 is the fourth consecutive cohort at UofSC Nursing to recieve a 100% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX.

National Public Health Week

In the midst of the most challenging public health crisis of our lifetimes, it's more important than ever to celebrate public health.

4.3.20 COVID-19 Update From Dean Andrews

My message today is simply, thank you.

Faculty Essay- Look for Nurses

Little by little the world is starting to SEE nurses - not the TV character version, but the real deal. The smart, dedicated, skilled, caring, professional nurse. The nurse who cares for patients who are really, really sick.

Frontline Gamecocks

We hear from our alumni and students on their experiences working on the frontlines during COVID-19.

LGBT Health Awareness Week with Dr. Liam Hein

Dr. Liam Hein discusses health disparities affecting LGBT people.

Stronger Than Ever Before

Faculty share words of encouragement and how they are adjusting to their new normal amid covid-19.

COVID-19 Update From Dean Andrews

A message from Dr. Jeannette Andrews, Dean of the College of Nursing.

Personal Journey Connects With Patients

"I want to share my story and be the inspiration for someone to find their confidence to accomplish a goal" says Amster.

Focus On Rural-Urban Health Continuum

As a UofSC College of Nursing faculty member and South Carolina resident, Dr. Demetrius Abshire works and lives in a state with the 14th highest adult obesity rate in the nation.

Faculty Creativity Expands CON Innovation

A recap of the 2019 Helen Gurley Wolford Creativity Grants and their impact.

African American Impact on Nursing

The CON talks with African American alumni, students, and faculty to discuss barriers, successes, and more in the African American nursing community.

Fall 2019 honors list students

Congratulations to the following CON students who made the fall 2019 Dean's and President's Lists.

Faculty and Alumni Highlight- Heart Health

February is Heart Health Month. Read our Q&A with featured alumni and faculty.

Donor Spotlight - Carole Cato

Carole Cato grew up in rural southern Virginia where health and educational opportunities for women were scarce and often out of reach because of cost.

Faculty & Alumni Highlight - Cervical Health

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Read our conversation with two Nurses making a difference in cervical health care.

Serving in a Leadership Role

Katie Milo joined the Student Nurses Association her freshman year to meet fellow nursing majors and become involved in a community-based organization.

Table for three

We invited three alumni to join us for dinner at the College of Nursing for an evening of conversation and camaraderie. Pull up a chair and join us while we get to know them.

Servant leadership

Ruth Mustard, '96 MSN, has always encouraged life-long learning among her staff and serves as a role model for others in continuing her education alongside a demanding career.

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