Apr 11, 2024
USask NP Graduates Exceed National Average on Examination
USask NP graduates writing the 2023 American Academy of Nurse Practitioners exam score above national average.
Mar 26, 2024
The path to becoming a nurse is not always straight
Nursing student Zoe Henderson has found her love for nursing, but knows getting there isn’t easy.
Mar 19, 2024
Students launch Nursing Graduate Student Association
Students supporting students throughout their graduate nursing studies.
Mar 13, 2024
Championships and cherished memories
Kaitlin Willoughby (BSN’19) was a star on the first Huskie women’s hockey team in program history to win the Canada West Championship in 2014, en route to winning the bronze medal at the national championship. The nursing grad’s hockey journey has brought her to Toronto of the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) in a historic season for the women’s pro game.
Mar 11, 2024
Nursing Students Receive Indigenous Achievement Awards
Three College of Nursing students receive USask Indigenous Student Achievement Awards.
Feb 27, 2024
USask PhD student looks to provide mental health support for international students
Barbara Twum-Antwi is co-developing a project on mental health coping strategies for international students.
Jan 25, 2024
USask College of Nursing Expands Nursing Education in Saskatchewan
The College of Nursing offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at seven locations throughout Saskatchewan.
Dec 19, 2023
Strengthening communities of care for persons living with dementia
Living with dementia or being the person’s caregiver can be a daunting experience for all involved. University of Saskatchewan (USask) PhD student Mariana dos Santos Ribeiro hopes to find the best way to strengthen community support systems for a better quality of life for persons living with dementia and their families.
Dec 14, 2023
College of Nursing Celebrates 85th Anniversary
Province-wide celebrations mark 85 years of delivering nursing education.
Dec 7, 2023
World University Services of Canada Scholarship Brings Student to USask Nursing
Martha Korok reflects on her time so far as a USask Nursing student after arriving in Canada from Kenya.
Dec 6, 2023
‘A small difference can change the world’
A new USask College of Nursing course is inspiring students to advocate for environmental sustainability to improve the health of people and the planet.
Dec 4, 2023
USask Rhodes Scholar focused on rural health care reform
University of Saskatchewan (USask) nursing graduate Taron Topham will be heading to the University of Oxford next fall to pursue double master’s degrees, with an aim to spark change in rural health care systems.
Nov 28, 2023
More Nurses Will Benefit from Student Loan Forgiveness
The Government of Saskatchewan expands eligible communities under the Saskatchewan Loan Forgiveness for Nurses and Nurse Practitioners program.
Nov 23, 2023
Two new Rhodes Scholars make USask history
Two students from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are among only 11 from across the country to be awarded prestigious Rhodes Scholarships this year.
Nov 22, 2023
USask to deliver nursing program at Lloydminster’s Lakeland College
Students in Lloydminster will now be able to complete the entire USask Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at Lakeland College.
Nov 9, 2023
Learn Where You Live – USask BSN Expands to North Battleford
North West College and USask Nursing join forces to expand registered nursing education.
Nov 8, 2023
Historical Fall Nursing Convocation
History is made at USask Fall Convocation as the College of Nursing celebrates the largest class of Saskatchewan-based nurse practitioner graduates to date.
Nov 7, 2023
Celebrating Nursing students with over $288,000 in awards
Undergraduate and graduate nursing students awarded over $288,000 in scholarships and bursaries in 2023.
Oct 10, 2023
Time to Roll up Your Sleeves
Nursing faculty highlight the importance of vaccinations this cold and flu season.
Oct 5, 2023
Celebrating USask College of Nursing Huskie Athletes
Honouring six Huskie athletes from the College of Nursing for academic achievements.
Oct 3, 2023
College of Nursing receives program approval
Undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Nursing program receives seven-year program approval.
Sep 28, 2023
wahkohtowin Symbol Gifted to College of Nursing
Indigenous Research Chair in Nursing Dr. Holly Graham gifts wahkohtowin symbol to College of Nursing.
Sep 8, 2023
USask alumnus provides pediatric nursing care abroad
Alumnus Justin Eisenkirch (BSN’17) is providing lifesaving care globally for children with heart disease.
Aug 8, 2023
Combating diabetes using community strengths, aided by USask research
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) research team is working directly with Indigenous communities throughout Saskatchewan to improve methods for preventing Type 2 diabetes.
Jul 6, 2023
NURSE team presents at International Conference
College of Nursing research facilitator and coordinator present at National Organization of Research Development Professionals annual conference.
Jul 4, 2023
Celebrating Success
College of Nursing faculty celebrate tenure and promotion.
Jun 21, 2023
Video Series Highlights Indigenous Nursing Alumni
Video series featuring USask Indigenous alumni telling their stories about becoming registered nurses is now available.
Jun 15, 2023
Dr. Roslyn Compton Receives Provost’s Teaching Award
Associate Professor Dr. Roslyn Compton has been awarded a Provost’s College Award for Outstanding Teaching.
Jun 8, 2023
Celebrating Graduates!
Congratulations to the Class of 2023 College of Nursing spring graduates.
Jun 7, 2023
USask Nursing Makes Changes to Pre-Professional Year of Study
New pre-professional year courses better prepare students and create access for more students to consider studying nursing in Saskatchewan.
Jun 7, 2023
Roxanne Cossette Completes CBUS Program
Roxanne Cossette walked proudly across the stage at USask Spring Convocation on June 7th to celebrate the completion of her Certificate in Business from the Edwards School of Business.
Jun 6, 2023
From Nigeria to Canada; Calling Saskatoon Home
Spring graduate Ucheoma Oji came to Canada to take her nursing degree, but has decided to stay and work as a registered nurse in Saskatoon.
May 29, 2023
Nursing spring graduate competes in Olympic qualifiers
Alexis Ashworth pivots her focus from nursing studies at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) to Olympic weightlifting.
May 12, 2023
A Closer Look at Historical Nursing Artifact
The College of Nursing is home to the Florence Nightingale medicine chest dating back to the Crimean War.
May 11, 2023
Remembering a Devoted Patient Advocate
Nursing alumna Wanda Krauss is remembered as the nurse who always went the extra mile to advocate for patients.
May 11, 2023
USask College of Nursing intensifies research focus
As part of its Plan 2025 strategies, the USask College of Nursing is expanding its research impact.
May 10, 2023
Granddaughter becomes nurse to honour late grandmother’s memory
Taylor Cleveland goes to work every day as a registered nurse hoping to make her late grandmother and USask alumna Carol Cleveland proud.
May 9, 2023
USask nursing graduate looks forward to making a difference
Fourth-year nursing student Dilraj Singh is counting down the days until he joins the nursing workforce in Saskatchewan to make a difference in patients’ lives.
May 8, 2023
Let’s Celebrate National Nursing Week
Dean Dr. Solina Richter brings greetings for national nursing week.
Apr 11, 2023
Canadian nursing schools make Indigenous training part of curriculum
Indigenous Research Chair in Nursing Dr. Holly Graham collaborates with Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing to offer a series of five virtual workshops.
Mar 14, 2023
Nursing Students Receive Indigenous Achievement Awards
Three College of Nursing students receive USask Indigenous Student Achievement Awards.
Mar 13, 2023
USask nursing student aims to advocate for patients
Jenna Masey Bear was honoured for her leadership during the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony on March 9.
Mar 1, 2023
Becoming an International USask Nursing Student
Sharing the experience of two international USask nursing students.
Feb 9, 2023
Student leader reflects on Black History Month at USask
When he first arrived as a new student at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Tobi Bolaji-Joseph says he found community and a sense of belonging with groups such as the African Students Association.
Feb 6, 2023
Get your College of Nursing Clothing
The College of Nursing clothing and accessory sale is running February 13 - 24th.
Jan 19, 2023
Chief Nursing Officers Visit USask
Provincial and federal Chief Nursing Officers met with USask Nursing faculty, staff, and students.
Dec 20, 2022
USask initiative funds projects studying homelessness, housing security
The University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) donor-funded Pathways to Equity initiative has awarded funding to a trio of projects focused on housing security, renters’ rights, and homelessness.
Dec 20, 2022
USask Nursing Visits the Philippines
Dean Richter and Deputy Provost McDougall join mission to Philippines to explore partnerships and recruit nurses.
Dec 19, 2022
Recognizing Years of Service
College of Nursing celebrates faculty and staff years of service.
Dec 7, 2022
On a mission of hope – and help
USask alumna travels to war-torn Ukraine to support civilians
Dec 5, 2022
Helping Families Affected by Addiction
College of Nursing’s Dr. Geoffrey Maina launches substance use disorder education toolkit.
Nov 9, 2022
Congratulations Fall Graduates
History made at USask fall convocation as the College of Nursing celebrates the largest class of nurse practitioner graduates to date.
Nov 8, 2022
Nursing Students Receive Over $247,000 in Student Awards
Undergraduate and graduate nursing students were awarded over $247,000 in scholarships and bursaries in 2022.
Oct 25, 2022
A Focus on Research and Scholarship
College of Nursing hosts 2022 Research and Scholarship Day.
Oct 11, 2022
Celebrating Huskie Athletes from USask College of Nursing
Honouring three Huskie athletes from the College of Nursing for academic achievements.
Oct 3, 2022
Clothing Sale Now On
The College of Nursing clothing and accessory sale is running October 3rd – 14th.
Sep 20, 2022
Now Accepting Applications
We are now accepting applications for the Post-Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing option.
Sep 15, 2022
Now Hiring a CRC
The College of Nursing invites applications for a Tier II Canada Research Chair in Refugee and Migrant Health Promotion and Integration.
Aug 19, 2022
ADR Appointment
College of Nursing Associate Dean - Research and Graduate Studies Appointed
Aug 8, 2022
USask student wins silver medal in Commonwealth Games
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) student athlete is bringing home a silver medal after finishing second in women’s weightlifting while representing Canada at the Commonwealth Games - her first international competition.
Jul 27, 2022
Nursing in Ukraine
USask alumna provides nursing support in war-torn Ukraine
Jul 14, 2022
Making Friends
A pen pal program connects individuals from Crossmount Memory Café and students from South Corman Park School.
Jul 7, 2022
Celebrating Milestones
College of Nursing faculty celebrate tenure, promotion, and renewal of probation.
Jul 6, 2022
Students Supporting Students
Nursing students create the Alliance for Clinical Excellence in Nursing
Jul 4, 2022
ADA Appointment
College of Nursing Associate Dean - Academic Appointed
Jun 22, 2022
USask Research Minute with April Mackey
April Mackey looks at menstrual hygiene management.
Jun 9, 2022
Distributed Education Positively Impacts Northern Healthcare
Strategic partnerships result in the education and employment of more than 65 northern nurses.
Jun 9, 2022
Congratulations Graduates!
Congratulations to our Class of 2022 College of Nursing spring graduates.
Jun 7, 2022
Young Innovator
Social program investments affect disease incidence rates: USask research
May 16, 2022
Dr. Hua Li Receives Provost’s Teaching Award
Assistant Professor Dr. Hua Li has been awarded a Provost’s College Award for Outstanding Teaching.
May 13, 2022
Celebrating 25 Years of Nursing
Four nursing faculty look back on 25 years of nursing.
May 12, 2022
Florence Nightingale Medicine Chest
Historic medicine chest located at the University of Saskatchewan.
May 11, 2022
USask College of Nursing
Taking a quick glance at USask Nursing.
May 9, 2022
Celebrating National Nursing Week
College of Nursing Dean Dr. Solina Richter brings greetings for national nursing week.
May 6, 2022
Becoming a Nurse Researcher to Advocate for Change
Jordan Sherstobitoff is completing a Master of Nursing to create the change needed to achieve health equity.
Apr 5, 2022
Coming Together to Care for the Most Vulnerable
College of Nursing faculty and students work together with the Friendship Centre in Regina to purchase life-saving equipment.
Apr 4, 2022
Young Innovator
USask study helps build a new ‘normal’ for family planning in 2SLGBTQ+ communities
Mar 30, 2022
100% Success in SHRF Innovation Grant Competition
Three College of Nursing research teams celebrate SHRF grant success.
Mar 22, 2022
Type 2 Diabetes and Youth
Creating Indigenous community-led and culture-based Type 2 Diabetes education and self-management tools for youth.
Mar 17, 2022
NP Program Receives 7 Year Program Approval
Nurse practitioner program receives highest level of program approval while overcoming pandemic challenges.
Mar 10, 2022
Nursing Students Receive Indigenous Achievement Awards
Three College of Nursing students receive USask Indigenous Student Achievement Awards.
Mar 7, 2022
College of Nursing Update
Dean Dr. Solina Richter provides update on College of Nursing.
Mar 5, 2022
College of Nursing Update
USask Provost Airini provides update on College of Nursing.
Feb 7, 2022
Get Your Nursing Gear Today
The College of Nursing clothing and accessory sale is back February 7th – 18th.
Feb 2, 2022
USask Research Minute with Dr. Helen Vandenberg
Dr. Helen Vandenberg examines the history of Saskatchewan’s early hospitals.
Jan 28, 2022
The Redistribution of Nursing Seats
The distribution of USask nursing seats in the province will be changing come fall 2022.
Jan 25, 2022
Celebrating Research Success
Dr. Solina Richter publishes seven articles since joining USask College of Nursing.
Jan 20, 2022
Siblings Share Passion for Nursing
Alums Ethan and Madison Dusseault are siblings who work as Registered Nurses in Prince Albert and Northern Saskatchewan.
Jan 13, 2022
Nursing’s First Graduate Research Fellowship Award
Master of Nursing student Shawn Emard has received the first ever graduate research fellowship award in the College of Nursing.
Jan 11, 2022
Bringing Together Healthcare Providers and Family Caregivers
Researchers create digital educational tools for healthcare providers aimed at increasing the quality of care in long-term and assisted living settings.
Jan 4, 2022
New Year Greetings from Dean Richter
Dr. Solina Richter wishes everyone a Happy New Year and provides an update from the College of Nursing.
Nov 24, 2021
USask Researchers Pave the Way to Accessible Health Care for Those with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers from the College of Nursing and the College of Medicine are collaborating to improve the virtual care experiences of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in Saskatchewan.
Nov 12, 2021
Nursing Students Receive Over $216,000 in Student Awards
College of Nursing undergraduate and graduate students were awarded over $216,000 in scholarships and bursaries in 2021.
Nov 10, 2021
Congratulations Graduates!
Congratulations to our Class of 2021 College of Nursing fall graduates.
Nov 9, 2021
NP Alumna Hired at Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
Nurse Practitioner Margarita Bykova is creating her own path as the first NP employed by the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency.
Oct 26, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccination
College of Nursing faculty and staff share why they chose to get vaccinated.