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KCON collaborates with Dublin City University
January 14, 2020
Dianne Conrad, associate professor of nursing, and colleagues at Dublin City University collaborated on a global learning experience for Kirkhof College of Nursing doctor of nursing practice students and peers in Ireland.
GVSU, nonprofits launch initiative to aid homeless youth
December 16, 2019
Nurse practitioners from the GVSU Family Health Center provide primary care for teens and young adults through the Comprehensive Health Initiative (CHI) designed to interrupt the cycle of youth homelessness.
The Lansing State Journal features KCON MSN CNL alumna in inspiring article
December 12, 2019
Kimberly Henry is a nurse at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She has worked her way up from a housekeeper to a nurse.
KCON Students Share Knowledge at Bodies Revealed Exhibition
November 22, 2019
About 20 nursing students volunteered at the Grand Rapids Public Museum November 16, interacting with guests at the Bodies Revealed exhibition during its opening weekend.
KCON Night at the Museum with Bodies Revealed
November 14, 2019
Join us Thursday, December 5, 2019, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Grand Rapids Public Museum, to see graduate nursing students from Grand Valley State University's Kirkhof College of Nursing (KCON) present posters in conjunction with Bodies Revealed.
Get Involved During National Nurse Practitioner Week
November 11, 2019
National Nurse Practitioner Week celebrates these exceptional health care providers and reminds lawmakers of the importance of removing outdated barriers to practice so NPs can practice to the full extent of their education and experience.
Dr. Kathy Moran Shares Update on Advanced Nursing Education Workforce Grant Supported by HRSA and HHS
October 9, 2019
During a WGVU Morning Show interview, Moran describes how KCON works collaboratively with McLaren Health Care and Mercy Health Muskegon to educate nurse practitioners who will provide primary care in rural and underserved areas.
Grand Valley's dean of nursing, Cynthia McCurren, named to Crain's Notable Women in Education Leadership
September 25, 2019
Notable Women in Education Leadership report were selected by a team of Crain's Detroit Business editors based on their career accomplishments, track record of success in the field, contributions to their community and mentorship of others.
Flu Clinics for Faculty, Staff, Students and Retirees Begin Next Week
September 25, 2019
The GVSU Family Health Center, operated by the Kirkhof College of Nursing, will staff multiple flu shot clinics for the campus community throughout October.
Northern Michigan Nurses Receive Grant to Pursue DNP Degrees
September 20, 2019
9 & 10 News story - With the help of a federal grant, Grand Valley State University partnered with McLaren Hospitals in an effort to improve health care in rural areas.