Proud to Be a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education
The School of Nursing had to demonstrate excellence across all programs to fulfill the criteria for promoting the pedagogical expertise of faculty.
Issue: Fall 2024
A Message From Our Dean
As a Center of Excellence, the School of Nursing is focused on developing a diverse nursing workforce, fostering connections among students and sharing solutions for integrating evidence-based practices in clinical settings.
Giving Tomorrow’s Nurses a Helpful Head Start
The LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Nursing offers two student programs through the $1 million Nursing Workforce Diversity Grant.
School of Nursing Welcomes Two Associate Deans
Meet the two new associate deans at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Nursing.
Closed COVID POD Still Influences Education and Planning
Lessons learned from the closed COVID-19 point of dispensing site are now integrated into nursing students’ education, and the School of Nursing continues to monitor infectious disease news.
A New Approach to Welcoming Nursing Students
New students at the LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Nursing had opportunities to connect with faculty, experienced students and each other at the 2024 orientation.
Supporting Veteran and Military-Connected Students in Achieving Their Greatest Potential
The School of Nursing’s Student Veterans of America chapter provides awareness and education about community resources that students otherwise wouldn’t have exposure to.
Reducing the Time Between Evidence Generation and Practice Change
The School of Nursing was one of several JBI affiliates and centers conducting sessions designed to help health professionals implement evidence-based practices in their clinical settings.
Dean Named FNINR Ambassador, Recognizing Exceptional Contributions to Nursing Research and Advocacy
Dr. Demetrius Porche, Dean of the LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Nursing, was named to the seventh cohort of Ambassadors by the Friends of the National Institute of Nursing Research.
Advancing Nursing Education With Cutting-Edge Technology
The School of Nursing’s Anatomage Table revolutionizes nursing education by providing advanced 3D anatomical visualization, allowing students to explore complex systems and perform virtual dissections with precision and flexibility.
Presentations, Publications, Awards & More
The School of Nursing proudly showcases the accomplishments of its faculty, highlighting their promotions, national conference presentations, publications, and numerous awards, including recognition from the Great 100 Nurses and the DAISY Extraordinary Faculty Awards.
Celebrating Alumni Achievements
The School of Nursing is proud to recognize the remarkable contributions of its alumni.
White Coat Ceremonies and Awards Highlight the Path to Nursing Excellence
The School of Nursing celebrates its students’ achievements, from White Coat Ceremonies that welcome future nurses into clinical practice to awards for academic and clinical excellence, recognizing their dedication to the future of health care.