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Cizik School of Nursing established the first Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program in Texas, and its more than 400 alumni serve as chief nursing officers, informatics experts, nurse practitioners in various roles, deans of other nursing schools, and in a host of other leadership positions from the bedside to the boardroom. Learn more.

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Two PhD students take home prestigious awards

Abby Kaler, MS, APRN, FNP-C, and Fiona Smith, MS, BSN, RN, were recently recognized for their leadership in the fields of oncology nursing and stroke prevention.

Dean Starck and Cizik School of Nursing alumna honored by Nurses With Global Impact

Dean Emerita Patricia Starck, DSN, RN, FAAN, and alumna Margaret Moss, PhD, JD, RN, FAAN, were among 13 people honored by Nurses With Global Impact, Inc., during the International Nurses Day event at the United Nations.

U.S. Treasurer delivers commencement address to nursing graduates

U.S. Treasurer and Chief of the Mohegan Tribe Marilynn Malerba, delivered the 2023 commencement address to Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston graduates on May 11 at Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land.

Stellar UTHealth Houston Nurses celebrated at 2023 'Salute to Nurses' Luncheon

From the classroom to the clinic, 12 nurses with UTHealth Houston were recognized Tuesday, May 2, at the Houston Chronicle’s annual “Salute to Nurses” luncheon. The event, held as part of observances for National Nurses Week, is dedicated to honoring the Top 200 nurses who have done exemplary work in the Houston area.

NINR director emphasizes nurse researchers’ unique perspective during Cizik lecture

National Institute of Nursing Research Director Shannon N. Zenk, PhD, MPH, RN, FAAN, delivered the keynote address at the 2023 Jane and Robert Cizik Lecture and Reception.

Noted photographer focuses on women at 2023 PARTNERS Spring Luncheon

National Geographic photographer Annie Griffiths delivered the keynote address at the 2023 PARTNERS Spring Luncheon, which raised more than $214,000 for nursing scholarships and research.

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