Check out how CHBS is involved with Valley Scholars! jmu.edu/news/2023/05/1…

A back-breaking bike accident didn’t stop Kinesiology major Tim Thome (’22) from reaching for his diploma. Read more about his long road to recovery and his participation in this May's Commencement ceremony: bit.ly/3Odtha6

Nursing graduate Jason Fred ('23) shares the importance of civic engagement to the nursing profession and encourages others to get involved with issues they are passionate about.
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In the news: In an overview of the national shortage of mental health providers, graduate psychology professor Amanda Evans writes about JMU's efforts to address the crisis in rural and underserved areas through its grant-funded RISE-UP program. fal.cn/3ycz8

A message from JMU deans to the 2023 graduates: youtu.be/IIs4cx91VMc

Health Sciences professor Kristi Lewis gave students an opportunity to complete independent studies through her participation in JMU's Professors in Residence Program. Read More: bit.ly/44Ki1YB

JMU's Center for Assessment & Research Studies has been a leader in assessment for over 30 years. Part of what makes the center so successful is its work with doctoral students who are in the JMU Assessment & Measurement Doctoral Program. Read more: bit.ly/3niWfdQ

A partnership between the Gus Bus and the National Park Service has brought hands-on lessons to local elementary schools about the importance of pollinators. Read more: bit.ly/41CoKC0

Health Sciences faculty Catherine Zeman, Iulia Fratila and Sherri Wilson, junior Health Sciences major JaNiece Woodson and Jakeh Traylor (’22) presented on the disparities in healthcare and how book club sessions can educate people on the topic. Read more: bit.ly/3V5y9Q3

The School of Nursing will transition to a holistic admissions process starting in fall 2024 in hopes of increasing the diversity of the student body. The new process will take into consideration more than a student's GPA. fal.cn/3xzI4

Congratulations to Sharon Maiewski, 2023 recipient of the Alger Family Faculty Award! Sharon integrates scholarship and service in her classroom by providing students with opportunities for real-time patient care. JMU College of Health & Behavioral Studies

Look at all the FUN going down in the photo booth at today's School of Nursing 'LabFest' event!

HSA majors Katie Antonucci and Grayson Crow found a way to pair their healthcare-related major with skills learned in their business minor. They are assisting The Suitcase Clinic with their marketing for the upcoming Great Community Give.
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Faculty within the CHBS are encouraged to take time during the Wellness and Wellbeing week to Celebrate a Moment of Pause and reflect on what self-care means to you. Follow the link below for more details!
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Several students and faculty from the Department of Graduate Psychology partnered with colleagues in the JMU Division of Student Affairs to present two sessions focused on outcomes assessment at the NASPA annual conference. Read More: bit.ly/3KiJ4ko

In the news: Health sciences professor Catherine Zeman stresses the importance of hand washing in an interview with @BuzzfeedNews. fal.cn/3x9HK

The final Madison Vision Series event of the 2022-23 academic year featured JMU alumnus and CNN anchor Jim Acosta (’93) and Dr. Anthony Fauci, one of the country’s foremost experts on infectious diseases. Fauci was interviewed by Acosta and Health Sciences major Hugh McFarlane.

DNP alumna, Missy Ring ('22) has been promoted to Chief of Compliance and Quality at Capital Caring Health.  Read more about how JMU's School of Nursing helped her on her professional path: bit.ly/3TYRfXC

Don't miss this event! Speaker - Linda Villarosa
March 23, 2023 6:30 - 8:00pm - Wilson Hall Auditorium
Livestream Available: youtube.com/live/3OAaIvEwU…
More details: chbs.jmu.edu/villarosa-04-2…

We all deserve to be included! March is National Disability Awareness Month! JMU's Kinesiology Department put on a Paralympic Sports Lab to allow students to learn more about adaptive sports. Hear students share their take-aways from participating in the lab. JMU PHETE (Physical & Health Education Teacher Ed)