School of Nursing Achieves Largest Enrollment in History

The School of Nursing is celebrating a historic milestone as its fall 2019 enrollment has reached an all-time high with 1,778 students.

The School’s enrollment features a 17 percent increase (54 students) in master’s and doctoral level candidates, totaling 374 students. The total does not include an additional 30 undeclared graduate students, who are taking nursing classes. Its undergraduate enrollment saw a 2 percent increase (27 students), totaling 1,404. The School's Class of 2023 comprises 173 outstanding students with an average admission GPA of 3.358 (3.000 minimum) and an ACT of 24.

Online Nurse Educator Graduate Program Ranked Most Affordable in Illinois, #5 in Nation

The School of Nursing is nationally recognized for its affordable, competitive and high-quality online nurse educator master’s program. The School’s program ranks #1 in Illinois and #5 in the nation for affordability, according to Affordable Schools’ list of 25 Best Affordable Master’s of Nursing Education Online Degrees 2019.

Affordable Schools’ ranking methodology considered average cost of attendance, student-to-faculty ratio, and U.S. News and World Report’s college ranking.

Learn more about the ranking and Affordable School's list.

School of Nursing Program #6 Nationally

The School of Nursing’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Program has been ranked sixth nationally by registeredNursing.org, a nursing advocacy organization. DNP programs were assessed on several factors which represent how well a program supports students during school, towards licensure and beyond.

Learn more about the Top DNP Programs ranking.

Dr. Cheryl Killion Inducted to Alumni Hall of Fame

On Friday, Sept. 27, eight remarkable graduates were honored at the 2019 SIUE Alumni Hall of Fame ceremony, “A Night Among the Stars."

Among the honorees is Dr. Cheryl Killion, nurse and medical anthropologist. The focus of her research, teaching and service has been to prevent and eliminate health inequities.

School of Nursing Hosts Rep. Rodney Davis

The School of Nursing hosted U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (IL-13th District) on Monday, June 18. Davis toured the School’s facilities in Alumni Hall, watched one of the simulation scenarios in the School's simulation lab, and spoke with students and faculty.

Davis expressed his dedication to addressing the nursing shortages in Illinois and encouraged the School to continue to do all it can to reverse those trends.

Health, Wellness and Innovation, Oct. 10

SIU System Technology and Innovation Expo: Health, Wellness and Innovation

Thursday, Oct. 10
Chicago
2-5 p.m. Main Program
5-8 p.m. Evening Program

Keynote "Transforming Healthcare with Machine Learning"
Sarah Robinson, Developer Advocate, Google

For more information and to register please visit the Technology and Innovation Expo Website.

SIUE Alumni News and Events

A Night In The Stacks: Celebrating 50 Years of the MRF

Displays of Mississippi River Festival (MRF) memorabilia, an auction featuring amazing getaway and experience packages and more will be included during the evening, all in support of Lovejoy Library.

Saturday, Oct. 19
Live music from The Ralph Butler Band
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Tickets: $65/person, $480/table of 8 includes hors d'oeuvres and buffet dinner

Get tickets by registering online.

Personal and Professional Development Opportunities

Check out the Educational Outreach Website to view our new offerings on the personal and professional development side for the fall semester, including the release of the 2019 fall catalog. Exciting new offerings for the fall semester include:

Observational Astronomy, Composting: How to Manage Food Waste and Feed Your Garden
Batman: The History of the Dark Knight
Lifelong Learning Speaker Series
Information about April in Paris: A Lifelong Learning Travel Abroad Learning Experience

New professional development offerings include the 37th Annual Hospice Conference. Sign up to receive a copy of our catalog by emailing outreach@siue.edu.

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