CIZIK NURSING BY THE NUMBERS - 2021
DEMONSTRATING EXCELLENCE
Cizik School of Nursing's key metrics include increases in our already impressive first-time NCLEX pass rates.
LOOKING PAST THE PANDEMIC
THE GROWING ROLE OF NURSES IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE
Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston students demonstrate a virtual reality simulation that teaches de-escalation techniques for inpatient psychiatric/mental health environments. Learn more about our innovations in psychiatric/mental health nursing.
NURSES NEED HELP, TOO
THE STRESS OF EMERGENCY NURSING
Clinical Instructor Christian Paige Owen explores the stress of carrying for traumatized patients.
DYNAMIC DNP DUO
GOAL TO SERVE HISPANIC MENTAL HEALTH NEEDS
Andrea Ancer Leal and Miguel De La Mora study and work together to make their big dreams a reality.
LEARNING ABOUT LGBTQ
PHD STUDENT DISCUSSES CULTURAL COMPETENCE
PhD student Aaron Loeb publishes paper about coping techniques used by older LGBTQ adults.
Leading DEI
Assistant Dean Builds on Strengths
Dr. Elda Ramirez leads diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives throughout UTHealth Houston.
"Combo Sim"
BSN, FNP STUDENTS LEARN TOGETHER
Simulation prepares nursing students at different points in their education for their next steps.
FIGHTING STRENGTH
Army officer earning DNP
Lisa Kasper brought her her nursing skills to the United States Army, which is helping her take the next step in her education.
SCHOLARSHIP TIP
NAVY VETERAN SAYS TO JUST APPLY!
Bruce Gillespie couldn't believe he had received a full-ride scholarship from the Houston Livestock Show and RodeoTM.
GROWING THE PRACTICE
NURSE-LED CLINICS ON THE MOVE
New leadership, new clinic space in store for UT Health Services, Cizik School of Nursing's nurse-led primary care clinics.
A PURPOSE TO HELP
DONORS CREATE ANNUAL LECTURESHIP
Series teaches health care workers and community members how to identify and assist victims of domestic violence.
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS!
Contributions support mission
Steadfast supporters enrich nursing excellence year after year.
A POWERFUL “THANK YOU” TO OUR PARTNERS
VIRTUAL SPRING LUNCHEON
Event raises almost $150,000 for student scholarships and faculty research at Cizik School of Nursing.
LIGHT THE WAY FORWARD
PLANNED GIVING
Support scientific discovery, education, and patient care at Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston.
STROKE CARE DISTRUPTED
THE PANDEMIC’S EFFECTS
Aggarwal looks at in-patient rehabilitation; Beauchamp studies data from hospital admissions.
STROKE AWARENESS
RESEARCHERS PROPOSE SPANISH ACRONYM
Nursing leads development of Spanish-language acronym for awareness of stroke signs and symptoms.
“A TEACHER’S TEACHER”
DR. MARIANNE MARCUS BUILT ON A TMC LEGACY
Professor Emeritus Marianne Marcus remembers the early days of nursing education at UTHealth Houston.
50 YEARS OF SUCCESS!
HELP US CELEBRATE IN 2022
Calling all alumni, students, supporters, retirees, staff, and faculty! Share your memories, mementos, and photographs.
SALUTE TO NURSES
HONOREES SHARE BACKGROUND IN MENTAL HEALTH
Congratulations to Dr. Chukwudi C. Ekwemalor and recent graduate Lance Edwards.
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
CURRENTLY FUNDED STUDIES
Ongoing research projects aim to help kids experiencing cancer, youth experiencing homelessness, and new nurses transitioning into the workforce.
THE CLINICAL TRACK
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR SHARES HER JOURNEY
"With determination and focused goals, you can progress to the next level," said Dr. Nitha Mathew Joseph.
NURSES IN THE OUTFIELD!
A COMMENCEMENT HOME RUN
The 2020-2021 graduates of Cizik School of Nursing celebrated in-person commencement at Minute Maid Park.
FACULTY HONORS
RUPPERT AND ROZMUS HONORED IN 2021
Congratulations to our award-winning faculty members honored this year!
WELCOME AND FAREWELLS
NEW AND RETIRING FACULTY
in 2021, Cizik School of Nursing welcomed new faculty and leadership, and celebrated our retiring faculty.
FACULTY OPPORTUNITIES
HIGHLIGHTED POSITIONS
Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston offers enriching opportunities for faculty to grow their careers.