Drexel University’s Office of the President, College of Nursing and Health Professions (CNHP), Office of the Vice Provost for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Office of Research & Innovation have announced an opening in the application cycle for the 2024-25 HBCU-Drexel Health Science and STEM Partnership Pilot Research Awards competition.

This month, the College of Nursing and Health professions is excited to showcase the unique student organizations that align with our diverse range of majors. With over 300 unique student organizations at Drexel, this list is intended to highlight some of the organizations that offer the potential to enhance one’s academic journey, foster community and strengthen career readiness in the fields of nursing and health sciences.

CNHP’s graduation feels so long ago. As we prepare for the new academic year to start, here’s a reminder of what we are all working towards.

Alexa Fredo and Alexa Blankenbiller have been selected to receive a $15,000/year scholarship until their graduation.

Congratulations to the 2024 Rubert graduates!

May is National Nurses Month and May 6 through May 12, Nurses Week.

It’s a time to celebrate nurses, nursing students and nurse educators who dedicate their lives to providing outstanding, compassionate care. We asked graduate nursing students some questions about their lives and the programs they are in and have created this series to highlight some of the folks we heard from. We will be sharing these throughout the month here and on social media.

May is National Nurses Month and May 6 through May 12, Nurses Week.

It’s a time to celebrate nurses, nursing students and nurse educators who dedicate their lives to providing outstanding, compassionate care. We asked graduate nursing students some questions about their lives and the programs they are in and have created this series to highlight some of the folks we heard from. We will be sharing these throughout the month here and on social media.

May is National Nurses Month and May 6 through May 12, Nurses Week.

It’s a time to celebrate nurses, nursing students and nurse educators who dedicate their lives to providing outstanding, compassionate care. We asked graduate nursing students some questions about their lives and the programs they are in and have created this series to highlight some of the folks we heard from. We will be sharing these throughout the month here and on social media.

May is National Nurses Month and May 6 through May 12, Nurses Week.

It’s a time to celebrate nurses, nursing students and nurse educators who dedicate their lives to providing outstanding, compassionate care. We asked graduate nursing students some questions about their lives and the programs they are in and have created this series to highlight some of the folks we heard from. We will be sharing these throughout the month here and on social media.

"[The PA Profession] allows me to give back to the community, foster impactful relationships with patients and to help in a multitude of settings in the continually changing landscape of medicine."

"[M]y own heart nearly leapt from my chest with excitement as I watched a vascular surgery PA harvest the greater saphenous vein during a life-saving CABG procedure.

May is National Nurses Month and May 6 through May 12, Nurses Week.

It’s a time to celebrate nurses, nursing students and nurse educators who dedicate their lives to providing outstanding, compassionate care. We asked graduate nursing students some questions about their lives and the programs they are in and have created this series to highlight some of the folks we heard from. We will be sharing these throughout the month here and on social media.

Current students and a recent BSN alumnus discuss how DUSNA impacted their Drexel Experience.

Tara Duggal, an art therapy and counseling student, talks about her journey into art therapy and how she uses art as a healing technique for her clients’ mental health and wellbeing journey.

Dance and movement are not just for entertainment and exercise; they are also techniques therapists use as a form of expression in therapy. We talked with dance/movement and counseling therapy student, Genevieve Hargrove, to dive into the world of dance and its impact in therapeutic spaces.

Maddy Larkin, a student in Drexel University’s Master of Science in Human Nutrition program, was always interested in pursuing a career in health care, but it wasn’t until she focused on nutrition that she knew she’d found her specialty.

The PhD in Creative Arts Therapies program at Drexel University is at the forefront of training the next generation of researchers and leaders in creative arts therapies.

CNHP’s PA department teaches their students about health disparities and how social determinants impact health outcomes. Cassie Job completed one clinical rotation in an emergency room in the Navajo Nation.

I think everyone’s time is valuable, and because I felt both passionate and certain about the path I had in mind for myself, I pursued it aggressively!

When I was transitioning towards the medical field, I initially wanted to be a doctor. But with the funny way life happens, every turn I took towards becoming a doctor kept pointing me towards the PA profession.

Patrick Ihejirika was inspired to become a physician assistant after realizing that access to health care is very limited if you don’t have money for treatment in his home country of Nigeria. He hopes to return to care for the people in his community.

More than 40 students along with Dr. Bobby Hand participated in the adaptive surfing event produced annually by Life Rolls On.

Nursing is a family affair for Damien Boham, whose mom, sister and aunt are also nurses. After earning his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from East Stroudsburg University, Boham worked six years as an ICU nurse for Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Ryan McDermott had the support of his family, professors and classmates when he chose nursing as a second career.

The nursing field is woman-dominated, and the misconception that caregiving roles must be filled by women, remains. But Richard Evans, a student in the Nursing Accelerated Career Entry Program (ACE) BSN program, is proof that helping people has no gender.

On Friday, June 16, over 1,200 students graduated from the College of Nursing and Health Professions witnessed by their faculty, professional staff, families, loved ones, friends and honored guests.

Despite nerves and being the only undergraduate student, Rebecca Burke committed to an intensive course abroad (ICA) in Ghana, and the payoff was unexpected and very rewarding.

Congratulations on the graduation of the William and Theresa M. Rubert Memorial Scholarship Trust recipients.

As President of the Drexel University Student Nursing Association, Camryn Amen is prepared to lead.

Sharon Moenga '24 and Patrick McGuire '23 explain why they want to become PAs and why they chose Drexel.

Drexel University Student Nursing Association attends the 2023 NSNA Convention in Nashville, TN.

An advocate for building professional connections in healthcare, Vaibhavi Bharadwaj is a Pre-PA track Health Sciences student with a passion for connection.

Alexis Moise is passionate about holistic health and making nutrition counseling accessible to all.

Grace Schuler is a current student in the Hospitality Management program and co-founder of Drexel Hospitality Society.

Nutrition Sciences student, Sofia Weingarten, inspires ambition and community on campus.

Ivy Tong shares why she chose to pursue Creative Arts Therapies and sheds light on current research in the field

Emily Maminski envisions a future where nutrition education and services are accessible to all.

A passionate advocate for mental health, Reggie Howard wants to create change in his field to serve his community.

Drexel DPT Students of Color held first ever Q&A panel event to discuss racial justice in their profession 

Charlise Williams is passionate about food and dreams of opening her own farm-to-table restaurant.

Alexis Robinson understands the value of exploring your academic options.

Metchersa Smith is building a career as a maternal-child health practitioner and advocates for inclusive community on campus. 

Tiggle is committed to addressing health care gaps, health disparities and health inequities. To do so, she plans to specialize in bedside nursing for marginalized populations.

Earlier this year, students enrolled in HSAD 335: Health Care Policy had the unique opportunity to visit city officials at Philadelphia’s City Hall and gain real time experience. During their visit, students observed full Council sessions on budget hearing and public testimony on proposed bills.

Jose Cuadro '22 and Cassie Job '23 share a passion for advocating for their patients, improving health care access and delivery — and Rihanna.

CNHP has a new degree program to offer students in the Health Science Department — a BS in exercise science — and Zach Jordan is one of the first people to sign up.

Raquel Ramos, a health sciences student, is leaving her mark on Drexel University. She worked with Drexel leadership to get the land acknowledgement included at University events, and this one day emergency physician assistant is making it a mission to advocate for non-English speaking people.

Students in "Garden to Table Cooking” (CULA T280) aimed to tackle sustainability and innovation by preparing dishes to present to a real-world partner of the University — Longwood Gardens.

A love of art, a passion for mental health and a comfort in expressing his Mexican heritage, master's student Jason Valdez, BFA `20, found a path to his perfect career as an art therapist and counselor.

Sona Diallo, a Nutrition Sciences bridge student, always intended a career in health care. Where she thought medical school was her path, she found a passion for nutrition.

Drexel University Men's Wrestling team member Antonio Mininno landed in the right program after starting as a nursing student. Interested in health policy and impacting the challenges in health equity, degrees in Health Administration is the path he chose to do that.

Two students at Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions are each a recipient of a $10,000 scholarship from the William and Theresa M. Rubert Memorial Scholarship Trust. The Trust provides financial awards for qualified persons who wish to attend Drexel University's College of Nursing and Health Professionals. Students must be full-time and academically qualified BSN co-op pre-junior, junior or senior with financial need to be considered.

Carly Campbell is a student in the MS in Complementary and Integrative Health program at Drexel's CNHP. She is looking at ways for her patients to experience their best, most comfortable lives.

From scholarships to volunteering, check out what our current students are up to.

Both Justin Judilla and Amanda Rogers knew they wanted to work in medicine from a young age - find out why they chose to become physician assistants!