Stories
Graduate Nursing Students Support Cleanup of Glenwood Park for TCU Day of Service
As we approach Day of Service 2026, we're taking a look at the impact TCU Nursing students and community volunteers have had at a local park year over year.
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.
Traveling Grannies Inspire Students with Global Adventures at 80+
At 81, these best friends have taught TCU students—and the world—that life’s greatest adventures are always just beginning.
TCU Nursing Professor Honored with Dementia Education Advocate Award
The James L. West Center for Dementia Care in Fort Worth has presented its Dementia Education Advocate Award to Michelle Kimzey, Ph.D., RN, an associate professor of nursing, honoring her passion and innovative work in dementia care.
Nursing Students Enhance Their Clinical Knowledge Through Mayo Clinic Externships
Senior nursing students Jenna Koeneman and Hannah Le share insights from their practical experiences during externships at the renowned Mayo Clinic.
TCU Unveils Transformative Pathway to Empower Future Nurse Educators
The new Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)-to-Ph.D. in Nursing bridge program offers DNP-educated nurses a streamlined pathway to earning a doctoral degree in nursing.
Diversity in Nursing Education: Harris College's Taskforce Leads the Way
TCU Nursing’s Diversity in Nursing Education (D.I.N.E.) Taskforce brings awareness to current issues and finds ways to address and encourage personal and collective growth.
TCU Week on NPR's Academic Minute
Texas Christian University researchers will be featured on NPR’s “The Academic Minute” podcast, a prestigious platform that highlights significant academic studies on pressing issues of the day.
Nursing Alumna Returns to Harris College to Take On New Role
Charity Gates ’11, a proud TCU Nursing graduate, takes on a new role at Harris College where she aims to impact nursing education through her expertise in critical care and patient safety.