Stories

After choosing nursing over basketball at TCU, Ella Hamlin thought her playing days were over. But when injuries left the women’s team short-handed, she joined as a walk-on. A year later, her dedication paid off—TCU surprised her with a full scholarship. Now, she’s living both dreams, balancing Division I basketball with a rigorous nursing program.

Harris College’s Davies School of Communication Sciences and Disorders (COSD) hosted a Professional Development Day, bringing together local school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) to address real-world clinical challenges. Organized by COSD Ph.D. students and tied to Project INTERSECT, a U.S. Department of Education-funded initiative, the event focused on bridging research and practice.

On Thursday night, the junior nursing cohort celebrated their biannual White Coat Ceremony, marking their introduction to clinical labs. Families and friends gathered to express their pride and support for the students.

Technology is transforming health care, and TCU’s Physician Associate Studies program ensures that students are prepared for this tech-driven future.

At TCU, the Physician Associate Studies program is dedicated to developing health care professionals who excel not only in medical knowledge but also in compassionate, patient-centered care.

The role of a Physician Associate (PA) is vital in modern health care, offering a bridge between doctors and patients through collaborative care. Unlike other health care professions, PAs are trained for versatility, capable of diagnosing illnesses, creating treatment plans and prescribing medications, all while working under a physician's guidance.

In ‘Nontoxic dry-cleaning: Avoid cancer-causing chemicals while the EPA ban goes into effect,’ Galbadage explains how PERC emissions contaminate indoor air and groundwater, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations.

TCU’s new Doctor of Occupational Therapy program is poised to make a significant impact on the healthcare landscape by addressing critical gaps in access and specialized care. Student, Sage Gideon, shares what excites her about being in the inaugural cohort.

Harris College’s TCU Nursing summer camp returns, offering two sessions. This camp is open to high school juniors and seniors who are interested in learning what a career in nursing is really like.