Stories
OTD Initiative Provides Hands-On Skills, Community Outreach
The Harris College Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program has kicked off their fieldwork curriculum with an opportunity to sharpen participation skills for young adults with Down syndrome in our community.
The Future of Nursing Education: How TCU's DNP-to-Ph.D. in Nursing Bridge Program Prepares Leaders to Shape Tomorrow's Health Care
By developing nurse educators who are prepared to lead, TCU is not only addressing the current nursing shortage but also ensuring that healthcare education—and by extension, patient care—remains robust and forward-thinking.
Bridging the Gap: How TCU's DNP-Ph.D. in Nursing Program is Solving the Nurse Educator Shortage
The nurse educator shortage in Texas is a pressing issue that threatens the future of health care in the state. However, programs like TCU’s DNP-Ph.D. bridge offer a solution by preparing advanced practice nurses to transition into educator and leadership roles.
Interprofessional Student Mixer Fosters Unity and Empowerment
This annual event brings together students from Harris College and pre-health majors in TCU’s College of Science & Engineering, providing them with an opportunity to network, build community and leave empowered as future health care professionals.
Celebrating Our First-Gen Students
TCU has been supporting first-generation college students through its TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) since 1997. Some of Harris College’s First-Gen students share encouragement and advice to others navigating their First-Gen journey.
Effective Teams Lead to Improved Health Care Outcomes
During the 2023 Premier Green Honors Chair lecture, Eduardo Salas, Ph.D. expresses that effective teams require defined goals and purpose; role clarity, timely and efficient communication; and a supportive leader set the foundation for effective teamwork.
One Family's Heart for Harris College
Harris College has a vision to transform global health. Our team of dedicated students, faculty, and staff realize this vision with the help of supporters like the Albanese family from San Jose, California.
Uncover the Secret to Teamwork Success
In collaboration with the College of Science and Engineering at TCU, Harris College is proud to host Premier Green Honors Chair Eduardo Salas, Ph.D., Allyn R. & Gladys M. Cline Chair Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychological Sciences at Rice University and recipient of the 2023 American Psychology Association Gold Medal Award for Impact in Psychology.
Studying Global Perspectives on Health in Spain
Annelyse Macias, a nutrition major, recently visited Sevilla, Spain with Harris College as part of our summer study abroad course, “Global Perspectives on Health in Spain.” Learn in her own words how the exploration of food preparation and produce availability enhanced her learning and growth at TCU.
An Occupational Therapy Program is Coming to TCU
The new OTD program will meet a critical need for rehabilitation professionals in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, the state and the nation.