Gordon: COVID-19 and the rising threat of substance abuse
I wanted to take a dive into why people use substances when they are stressed out, and what are the implications for people who currently have or have had problematic substance use. (More)
Health & Wellness
Nursing graduates ready to enter COVID-19 world
At one of only 170 accredited simulation centers in the world, UCCS nursing students are getting the training needed to join the response for the novel coronavirus. (More)
Kenny: It’s time to have the hard conversation
No one likes to talk about dying. (More)
Tips to manage anxiety during COVID-19
Kimberly Humphrey, a wellness promotion graduate student, shares three tips to manage anxiety and feelings of nervousness during rapidly changing times. (More)
GRIT creates toolkit to build individual, community resilience against COVID-19
Society’s sudden changes in response to COVID-19 can impact people differently. Through the UCCS National Resilience Institute, GRIT, the Greater Resilience Information Toolkit and Greater Resilience Intervention Team training, are free resources with information and supportive video content that empower individuals and communities to expand their capacity to build resilience, a person’s ability to cope with traumatic events. (More)
Challenge Gift from Lyda Hill launches National Institute for Human Resilience fundraising campaign
A lead challenge gift of $8 million from Lyda Hill Philanthropies will lay the initial groundwork for the creation of the National Institute for Human Resilience at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. (More)
Theatreworks Costume Shop shows how to sew face masks for health care workers
Theatreworks costume shop manager Pheobe Boynton demonstrates how home sewers can create and donate protective face masks for health care workers facing shortages. (More)
Tips for succeeding in online classes
As UCCS finishes the semester via remote learning and working, it can be challenging to make the transition to learning via online classes. Here are seven strategies to help you stay focused and productive. (More)
First cohort of UCHealth Memorial nurses to complete RN-to-BSN degrees in May
The first group of nurses at UCHealth Memorial to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees through a partnership with UCCS will graduate in May 2020, just as the second cohort started courses in January. (More)
Susan Garrett honored with Nightingale Luminary Award
Susan Garrett’s innovation, leadership and advocacy as an educator earned her recognition with the Nightingale Luminary Award at the 35th Annual Pikes Peak Nightingale Awards ceremony March 5. (More)