UCLA School of Nursing

Meet Arneta Finney, one of many recipients of the Dean Linda Sarna Fellowship in Nursing for PhD students. Read more about her experience below, or to learn more about how to support students and alumni like Arneta, visit https://spark.ucla.edu/project/25744 This fellowship provided financial assistance for me to continue my research on exploring the nutritional status with individuals with a spinal cord injury with and without pressure ulcers. A subject that is near and de...ar to my heart. The fellowship allowed me more time and energy to enhance my research by having the time to submit for grants, present at research conferences, and volunteer in underprivileged communities rather than trying to work part-time. Receiving this fellowship not only allowed me to graduate from the prestigious UCLA in 2018 with my PhD, but assisted me with continuing my commitment to removing barriers for underprivileged populations. This fellowship has opened a door and the prospect of a brighter future and has played a key role in shaping me into a successful researcher and educator. I cannot express my gratitude enough, and I want you to know that your generous support helped me achieve my dreams. Visit https://spark.ucla.edu/project/25744 to learn more!

Congrats, Bruins! Check out the UCLA School of Nursing: 2021 In Person Celebration video here! https://youtu.be/NjjgTYtCNlQ

Congratulations, UCLA School of Nursing Class of 2021! We are so thrilled to celebrate you and your accomplishments this weekend! Go Bruins!

Dean Sarna’s career at UCLA spans 50+ years as a nursing student, faculty member, chair and member of the Academic Senate, and ultimately dean of the School of Nursing. She led the efforts to implement UCLA's tobacco-free policy, and at UCLA and beyond Sarna is recognized for her international scholarship promoting the role of nursing in tobacco control and for her research on the symptoms and quality of life of people with lung cancer. Dean Sarna’s career truly demonstrates ...that PhD nurses are at the center of patient care, healthcare research, advocacy, education, and leadership. Since its founding in 1949, the UCLA School of Nursing has revolutionized nursing education, improved the quality of care, and influenced healthcare policy. The PhD program in the School of Nursing develops innovative scientists prepared to be leaders in nurse-led research, academia, practice and health systems improvement. The Dean Linda Sarna Doctoral Fellowship in Nursing was established in 2015 by a group of alumni to honor Dean Sarna’s efforts and advocacy for the PhD doctoral degree designation in nursing. As she prepares to retire on June 30, 2021, please join us in celebrating Dean Sarna’s dedicated service to the UCLA School of Nursing and the nursing profession by making a gift in her honor which will help us permanently endow this fellowship in her name in order to provide at least one PhD in nursing student with a full fellowship annually for years to come. Learn more about how you can support doctoral nursing students by clicking https://spark.ucla.edu/project/25744

ICYMI: Nancy Blake, 2021 UCLA School of Nursing Distinguished Alumni Award winner and Chief Nursing Officer for Harbor-UCLA Medical Center was recently featured in a Today Show segment regarding states dropping mask mandates. Watch here: https://www.today.com//white-house-ships-vaccines-overseas

It was time to use my voice and privilege to work on dismantling systems contributing to disproportionately worse health outcomes for BIPOC and LGBTQ people. I stopped letting others dictate my journey & became a nurse. It's the best decision I've ever made." - James Simmons, DNP ‘20

UCLA School of Nursing is thrilled to welcome Dr. Shannon Zenk, Exec. Dir. of @NINR today. If you're interested in joining us, there's still time to register! --> bit.ly/2RLjLjA

TONIGHT at 6p PST: UCLA School of Nursing’s Dr. Kristen Choi will join Rep. Adam Schiff for a live Q&A on vaccine safety and COVID-19. To register for the event or for more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/3oNb96Q.

Who will be our next Distinguished Alumni Award honoree? The deadline to submit 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award nominations is this Thursday, Jan. 21! Please visit http://bit.ly/39Np07x and complete your nomination today! ... Go Bruins!

The time is always right to do what is right. We celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King for a single day, but we must be ambassadors of his message every day. (Photo credit: Clay Banks)

The connection between food and health can never be overstated. Our winter magazine highlights The Teaching Kitchen: where our students learn cooking + nutrition, so they can better serve future patients struggling with common, chronic disease. Read the full article here: http://magazine.nursing.ucla.edu/top-story/teaching-kitchen

Be merry. Be bright. Be safe. Be masked. Happy holidays from your friends at UCLA School of Nursing.

TONIGHT: Please join Dr. Kia Skrine Jeffers for a virtual screening of "Open Wounds, a documentary about the physical and mental health implications of structural racism as seen through the experiences of filmmaker Phil Allen and his family. Dr. Skrine Jeffers is featured in the film and will be moderating a discussion following the screening. This event is sponsored by uclablackalumni.org as part of their Road to Social Justice Initiative. ... The event kicks off at 6p and can be accessed here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1125298961221756/

In preparation for our upcoming CCNE accreditation visit, we created a brief welcome and tour video. We hope you like it! https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=cfnut_3fx6w

Congratulations to Dr. Mary Rezk-Hanna on her recent R01 research grant from National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). The award will support her innovative research on the effects of hookah smoking. Congrats to you and your team, Dr. Rezk-Hanna!

Huge thanks to our alumni panel for sharing their experiences working on the frontlines during COVID-19. We are so proud of all of you, and the work you are doing to heal the world!

Join us at 5p PST/8p EST for Health Disparities and COVID-19: Stories from Alumni on the Frontlines. This panel discussion will feature School of Nursing alums sharing their experiences from this unprecedented time in our lives. There’s still time to register https://ucla.zoom.us//5516002771/WN_f6DtQBQ8Tl-Q2wBJ9nNLwg

Congratulations to Michelle Aranda and Willie Dawson on their recent GoldenBruin Award! The Golden Bruin Award recognizes School of Nursing staff who go above and beyond in service to the organization. In the words of this year’s honorees:... Michelle says: None of my accomplishments are my own. At UCLA and in life, I feel we are better together. From Willie: My work has always been inspired by the fact that my colleagues treat each other like family. Thank you for all you do, Michelle and Willie! We are so honored to work with you!

Teamwork makes the dream work. Perfect kick off to the start of Fall Quarter. Lab packet pickup is complete! We can’t wait to welcome you back, Bruins!

https://tinyurl.com/BruinNurseNetworkingFB You are invited to our Bruin Nurse Networking Virtual Zoom Event on October 20th, 5:30pm - 6:30pm PST. Expand your networkmix, mingle, meet other nurses and enjoy the company of colleagues at this special virtual networking event. Please register to receive the Zoom Meeting login instructions. https://tinyurl.com/BruinNurseNetworkingFB

https://ucla.zoom.us//5516002771/WN_f6DtQBQ8Tl-Q2wBJ9nNLwg Please join us for a panel discussion with School of Nursing alumni, followed by a moderated Q&A. Link to register in our bio. Introductory Remarks:... Kia Skrine Jeffers, PhD, RN, PHN Assistant Professor, UCLA School of Nursing Historical Overview: Racism, Health Disparities and COVID-19 Hosted and moderated by the UCLA School of Nursing Council on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Deborah Koniak-Griffin, EdD, RNC, FAAN Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion UCLA School of Nursing Anita Bralock, PhD, RN, CNM Director, Council on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Director, Prelicensure Programs, Adjunct Associate Professor, UCLA School of Nursing Craig Kusunoki Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Director of Financial Aid, UCLA School of Nursing https://ucla.zoom.us//5516002771/WN_f6DtQBQ8Tl-Q2wBJ9nNLwg

We’re proud to be part of the #1 public university in the nation, four years in a row! Read the full article, below: https://newsroom.ucla.edu//ucla-no-1-us-public-university-

https://ucla.zoom.us//7015898222/WN_qZAnLPBgQgWZlmkxjJp_Kw Register for the Dean's Town Hall today! Today marks the 6th month since LA County enacted the stay at home order due to COVID-19. We hope that you are your family are well. Please join Dean Linda Sarna for a virtual update on the School of Nursing's current priorities and future plans, adapting to challenges presented by the pandemic, and steps the school is taking to address health equity and diversity. Joining he...r will be Dr. Karen Grimley, UCLA Health's Chief Nursing Executive and Vice Dean who will discuss nursing at UCLA from the practice perspective, and future changes in healthcare and nursing education. A moderated Q&A will follow. https://ucla.zoom.us//7015898222/WN_qZAnLPBgQgWZlmkxjJp_Kw

Holli DeVon, PhD, RN, FAHA, FAAN, Associate Dean for Research was recently inducted into the International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame by Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) at the 31st International Nursing Research Congress. The four International Nurse Researcher Hall of Fame videos are now available on Sigma's YouTube channel. Dr. DeVon’s session may be viewed here (click below). The conversation begins at 4:28 with Sigma President Richard Ri...cciardi. The first question going to Dr. DeVon regarding how nursing researchers can bridge the gap between research and clinical practice begins at 5:42. At 23:05 she discusses how researchers can be more collaborative globally. (YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Sam60TdVKk&feature=youtu.be) (Sigma Hall of Fame Link: https://www.sigmanursing.org//sigma-announces-2020-nurse-r) (Holli DeVon Faculty Profile Link: https://www.nursing.ucla.edu//faculty-directory/holli-devon)

Congratulations to Dr. Linda Sarna and Dr. Karen Grimley for their Nurses on Boards Founding Healthcare Leadership Organization Strategic Partner Spotlight on behalf of UCLA Health and UCLA School of Nursing! "The UCLA School of Nursing and the UCLA Health nursing organization are known for their commitment to nursing education, research and professional nursing practice and more importantly, the dedication to their patients and the communities they serve. As an Academic Health Center in one of the most populous regions in the nation..." (Read more by clicking on the article below) https://mailchi.mp/n/nobc-news-august-2020-making-an-impact

Full Names and Bios of 2020 Alumni Board of Directors is available here: https://www.nursing.ucla.edu//2020-2022-alumni-board-direc