The Pulse of IU Nursing
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From the Dean
Robin Newhouse
PhD, RN, CNS, NEA-BC, FAAN
Dear Friends,
Nurses from around the globe gathered this May in Eldoret, Kenya, for the AMPATH Global Nursing Conference “Advancing the Role of Nurses in Global Health.” Led by AMPATH Global, the conference sought to address issues impacting global populations through the lens of nursing practice. IU School of Nursing faculty member Dr. Jane von Gaudecker led the planning and implementation efforts on the conference committee.
For two days, presentations and discussions focused on the most pressing issues of our times – health disparities, heart disease, cancer, and smoking among others. Dr. Rebecca Ellis presented "Engaging Students in Improving Patient Safety and Quality Outcomes: The Harm Prevention Partners Program,” and I had the honor of delivering the keynote address for the second day of the conference. What began with robust conversations led to the germination of strategies that will now spread to communities around the world.
There are few opportunities for students and faculty to engage with developing countries. One of the most amazing experiences at the conference was witnessing the students, from IU and other global universities, unite to bloom and grow. These reciprocal and dynamic exchanges of knowledge and cultural understanding benefit everyone and often prove to be lifechanging. You’ll see that in alumna Amie Bockstahler’s story below.
Nursing fundamentally connects all of humanity. We have a key role to play in addressing global health issues, preparing students to lead in all communities, and building the bridges that lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for all.
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"It's what I've wanted to do my whole life"
More than 20 years ago, Amie Bockstahler, MSN ‘11, RN, made her first medical mission trip to Guatemala. Today, she’s a missionary nurse living in Guatemala City providing support to U.S. surgical teams that volunteer their time to perform surgeries for Guatemalan children.
Learn more about Amie's journey![Photo of Dr. Barb deRose and Jennifer Fuentes](../../../../images/news-events/fuentes-jennifer-square.jpg)
Well worth the trip
One of nine IUSON students to study abroad in Spain last summer, Jennifer Fuentes learned valuable lessons about nursing. “The experience improved my understanding of what it’s like to care for patients from different cultural backgrounds.”
Learn more about Jennifer and her experiences at IU School of Nursing![Charlotte Carlley](../../../../images/news-events/carlley-charlotte.jpg)
Experience in Saudi Arabia inspires gift
From navigating the language barrier to learning about a new culture, Charlotte Carlley’s work experience in Saudi Arabia made a lasting impression. Years after her retirement from IU School of Nursing, Dr. Carlley established a fund for continuing nursing student education in global health.
Learn more about Dr. Carlley's career and why she gives back![IU School of Nursing MSN, DNP, and PhD graduates clap during the 2024 Graduate Recognition Ceremony.](grad_recognition.jpg)
Congrats Class of 2024!
Congratulations to all of the graduates who completed their Traditional and Accelerated BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD studies at the IU School of Nursing this spring!
See more photos here![Attendees at the AMPATH Global Nursing Conference pose for a group photo.](ampath-1.jpg)
AMPATH Global Nursing Conference
IU School of Nursing faculty and students traveled in May for the first AMPATH Global Nursing Conference in Eldoret, Kenya.
See photos from the conference