News from Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing

August 12, 2024
UC Davis nursing professor awarded $1.25 million training grant

Professor Leigh Ann Simmons received a Ruth L. Kirschstein Institutional National Research Service Award from the National Institutes of Health to train doctoral students in health equity research.
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August 05, 2024
UC Davis nursing school welcomes Betty Irene Moore fellows for fifth annual convocation

Nearly 60 fellows from five groups gather in Sacramento for the largest gathering of the Betty Irene Moore Fellowship for Nurse Leaders and Innovators.
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July 19, 2024
UC Davis nursing school’s high school program earns national STEM award

The Summer Health Institute for Nursing Exploration and Success at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing is recognized for making a difference for underrepresented groups.
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June 14, 2024
UC Davis nursing school celebrates 108 graduates

The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis lauded the accomplishments of more than 100 master’s-degree students and six doctoral candidates at its 2024 commencement on June 13.
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May 29, 2024
UC Davis nursing school announces 2024 Betty Irene Moore Fellows

The fifth cohort of 16 Betty Irene Moore Fellowship for Nurse Leaders and Innovators fellows features 16 diverse nurse scientists from around the U.S.
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May 28, 2024
Documentary highlights how UC Davis nursing school creates equity-minded nurses

A new national documentary features how the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing confronts bias and racism in nursing education.
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May 02, 2024
Most caregivers are ill-prepared for their own hospitalization

New research shows that for caregivers of someone with dementia are not prepared for their own hospital stay.
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April 26, 2024
Moore Foundation invests $3 million in future UC Davis nursing scientists

A $3 million investment from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation aims to support Doctor of Philosophy students at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis.
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April 15, 2024
Physician assistant student pinpoints undiagnosed heart issue

A physical exam simulation became a real-life lesson for a UC Davis physician assistant student who trusted his gut and spoke up.
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April 09, 2024
UC Davis nursing school remains a top 25 graduate nursing program in latest U.S. News & World Report rankings

The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis has been ranked No. 24 among the 2024 Best Graduate Schools in nursing by U.S. News & World Report.
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March 12, 2024
UC Davis nursing faculty receive seed grant for work in Kenya

UC Davis School of Nursing faculty have received a $20,000 grant to help support global clinical work and interprofessional-education simulation training in Kenya.
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February 27, 2024
Street medicine team improves lives of unhoused patients

Twice a week, providers from UC Davis Health board Sacramento County’s mobile health clinic to care for patients in and around homeless encampments.
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February 16, 2024
UC Davis nursing dean re-elected to national nursing board

Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing Dean Stephen Cavanagh is among 14 directors for national association that serves as the voice for academic nursing .
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December 15, 2023
Newest class of Betty Irene Moore nursing graduates celebrates pinning

Newest class of Betty Irene Moore nurses celebrates pinning
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December 12, 2023
UC Davis nursing school co-founder Betty Irene Moore dies at age 95

Betty Irene Moore, the namesake and co- founder of the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis died Dec. 12 at the age of 95. She is remembered as an advocate for patients and families, a champion of nursing and a pioneer for improving health care. She is credited for founding a school to transform health care.
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November 20, 2023
Family caregivers share common job but diverse experiences

A new report from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing details the diverse experiences of caregivers in California.
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November 17, 2023
UC Davis Health team travels to Kenya to help improve chronic disease management

A group of UC Davis Health providers from different specialties traveled to Kenya to help train providers and improve disease management for local Kenyans.
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November 08, 2023
When isolation increased, telehealth use went down for older adults. Why?

A new study sheds light on disparities in telehealth access and use among older adults, particularly concerning social isolation and loneliness.
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November 07, 2023
Mini Medical School registration open for 2024 program

Registration for the 2024 Mini Medical School: A Healthy Aging Education Series Program opens online Nov. 7. Classes begin Feb. 3, 2024.
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October 23, 2023
‘One Health’ team cares for people and their pets

Volunteers from the UC Davis veterinary and nursing schools partner to care for pets and residents of the Knights Landing community.
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October 12, 2023
UC Davis medical and nursing schools receive national diversity award for second time

The UC Davis School of Medicine and Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing are recognized among the nation’s top higher education institutions for diversity.
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October 11, 2023
UC Davis nursing school receives national honor for diversity

The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing received the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award, which shows an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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October 06, 2023
What is a physician assistant?

National P.A. Week, which is celebrated Oct. 6-12, offers the chance to learn more about this growing health care profession.
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September 20, 2023
P.A. graduates take oath upon completion of program

The physician assistant Class of 2023 from the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing gathered recently to recite the professional oath.
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September 12, 2023
Advanced practice programs at UC Davis Health earn accreditation

The Nurse Practitioner Residency Program and the Advanced Practice Fellowship Program recognized for the highest standards of rigor and quality.
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August 21, 2023
UC Davis program inspires area students for future in nursing

Students at the Summer Health Institute for Nursing Exploration and Success program learned about the nursing profession and how to prepare for a successful future.
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August 16, 2023
10 nurses were chosen for a national leadership program. 3 are from UC Davis Health

Nurses chosen for 12-month program that invests in future generations of nurse leaders, health care influencers, entrepreneurs and innovators.
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August 10, 2023
Mock drill prepares UC Davis nursing students for public health emergencies

Second-year nursing students at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing gain exposure to what it's like to be nurses at an evacuation shelter.
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August 01, 2023
Betty Irene Moore Fellows gather at UC Davis nursing school for fourth annual convocation

The 2023 Convocation marked largest ever gathering of fellows, national advisory council members, nurse leaders and program faculty.
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