Center for Oncology Education & Research

The goal of TCU’s Center for Oncology Education & Research is to provide opportunities for interdisciplinary, collaborative learning and research between university faculty, students and community partners regarding cancer care and survivorship concerns.

Undergraduate and graduate nursing oncology curricula and certification
Interdisciplinary research by TCU faculty and students
Continuing education of oncology nurses and the public regarding cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship

TCU Nursing is the only nursing program in the nation with a designated Oncology Emphasis track.

History

The Center for Oncology Education & Research was established in 2007, in part with a gift from UT Southwestern Moncrief Cancer Foundation. Since its founding, the center has had a significant impact on students, research and patients.

More than 300 undergraduates have completed its programs
More than 2,000 health care professionals and more than 1,000 community members have been educated on cancer-related topics
Supports faculty in oncology research
Hosts and participates in cancer-related programming, such as the Annual Cowtown Oncology Nursing Symposium
Partners with national cancer research teams on state and national studies

For more information about the Center for Oncology Education & Research, please contact:

Suzy Lockwood PhD, MSN, RN, OCN, FAAN
Director, Center for Oncology Education & Research
s.lockwood@tcu.edu
817-257-6758