Thanks to a new course from The University of Texas at Arlington, rural health organizations in Texas are learning how to make their voices heard in the world of fundraising.

UTA’s Center for Rural Health and Nursing teamed up with Timothy Ponce, assistant professor of instruction in the Department of English and grant writing expert, to offer an online, self-guided course that teaches rural health professionals how to excel in grant writing.

Read more here.

The Smart Hospital hosted a workshop this summer with Reynolds Materials, a company that deals in silicon, rubbers, and ballistics to create different moulage. In simulation, those elements could come to life as suture pads, wounds, prosthetics, and much more. Attendees included members of the simulation staff and Master of Athletic Training staff. At the end of the workshop, each person was able to cast their own thumb. We are on our way to “thumbs uping” each semester!  

Earlier this month, UTA CONHI’s Erica Hinojosa, a Simulation Technology Manager in the Smart Hospital, was announced as the new president of SimGHOST.  This international, non-profit organization was established to support individuals and institutions using healthcare simulation technology through hands on training, online resources and professional development. The goal of SimGHOST (GHOST is an acronym for “Gathering of Healthcare Simulation Technology Specialists”) is to empower our community to increase adoption and better utilize simulation technologies to improve learning and patient care outcomes. Congratulations Erica!

Congratulations to Dr. Kreis, Dr. Holmes and Dr. Wyman! We are pleased to announce your proposal titled, Modified Medication Administration Safety Assessment Tool (Modified MASAT) – an update to reflect evidence-based safety practices and validate student nurse competency in simulated medication administration during summative skills evaluation, has been selected for funding through the Maverick Advantage Faculty Engagement Program (MAFE) in the amount of $5,000.00.

Exploring Relationships between Dating Apps and Risky Sexual Behaviors among College students: An Exploratory Pilot Study

Jada Reeves attended and presented at The International Union against Sexually Transmitted Infections (IUSTI), which is the oldest international organization in the field (founded in 1923). The IUSTI STI & HIV World Congress' object is the achievement of international cooperation in the control of sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV infection. IUSTI is especially concerned not only with the medical aspects but the social and epidemiological aspects of the control of sexually transmitted diseases and increasingly HIV/AIDS. IUSTI is on the Roster of the United Nations Economic and Social Council and is an Official Non-Government organization in Consultative Status with the World Health Organization. 

Volunteers at National Kidney Foundation booth this summer at Fair Park

Nicole Hawkins, Assistant Clinical Professor-Complex Needs, and Dionne Williams, Alumni of CONHI, volunteered earlier this month with the National Kidney Foundation booth at Fair Park. They along with other nurses and nursing students were on hand to serve the public via several medical booths. The stations were as follows: Intake, Blood Pressure (Dionne & Nicole), Urine Collection, and Consultation.  

Nicole stated, "Overall, I had a wonderful time at this event, and it was nice to connect with a variety of people that were eager to learn more about their kidney health."

Student Orientation

Arlington Nursing Students' Association (ANSA) participated in the JR I Orientation to introduce incoming nursing students to the vibrant UTA CONHI Community, and to showcase how joining our official student organization chapter can unlock unique resources and professional opportunities at local, state, and national levels.

"Through our presence, we aim to inspire the next generation of nursing leaders
and demonstrate the invaluable networking, education, and advocacy benefits we offer throughout one's student nursing journey at UTA and beyond," stated
Klade Rodriguez.

Top row (Left to Right): Neal Patel, Britny Krol, Nicole Amequito, Jasmine Reid, Klade Rodriguez
Bottom row (Left to Right): Krystal Craft, Keira Byno, Joan George, Modupe Orekoya, Andrea Medina

Temple University ALS Postmortem Core ALS Hope Foundation Newsletter features a different researcher and research project working with our ALS Postmortem Core. 

Dr. Jingsong Zhou, Ph.D is featured for her research focuses on ways that muscle cells repair themselves and maintain connections to motor neurons at “neuromuscular junctions” (NMJs).

Our CONHI Staff Retreat was well attended.  The dean's council attended for a Q and A session. LaToya Oduniyi, UTA Wellness Coordinator, also presented at our Staff Retreat, providing wellness and mindfulness tips. Faculty and staff de-stressed with fun activities, games and snow cones! 

2nd Annual Rural Health Conference

Hosted by The University of Texas at Arlington Center for Rural Health and Nursing.
This exciting event will bring together rural health peers throughout Texas
to discuss rural health challenges and solutions. An array of speakers from rural hospitals,
clinics and organizations across Texas will provide valuable insight.

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