College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines

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You can help provide the Tools for Nursing Success

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A nursing student in green scrubs leans over a patient simulator maniken in a hospital bed.

A lifetime of impact is boosted with every gift that provides tools and resources for UND students to succeed. You are contributing to opportunities that allow students to put support into action. This is especially true for one of the newest support programs at the UND College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines: Scrubs and Scopes. […]

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Nourish to Serve | UND Nutrition & Dietetics celebrates National Nutrition Month

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Illustration of a green heart on a bed of fruits and veggies. Inside the heart are the words, "I Nourish to Serve"

Nourish to Serve is a month-long celebration showcasing how UND Nutrition & Dietetics alumni, students, preceptors, and community partners use the power of Food as Medicine to nourish communities, promote health, and make a difference during National Nutrition Month. What is “Nourish to Serve”? Nourish to Serve is a month-long celebration of the many ways […]

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CNPD Honorees Recognized at UND Founders Day

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Headshots of Founders Day Award Recipients Jessica Parlato and Valerie Bauer

During this year’s Founders Day celebration at the University of North Dakota, the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines proudly celebrated two outstanding team members. Jessica Parlato, Academic Advisor & Recruiting Specialist, received the VPAA Award for Outstanding Professional Academic Advising. In her nomination, a student shared, “Usually I have a plethora of questions that […]

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Social Work Month Spotlight: Uplift. Defend. Transform.

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Photo collage of SW Month Feature member profile pictures

March is Social Work Month, and this year’s theme — Uplift. Defend. Transform. — highlights the powerful role social workers play in strengthening individuals, families, and communities. Throughout this spotlight series, we are proud to feature faculty, leaders, and initiatives within the UND College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines who embody this mission every day […]

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UND launches Gero-STARR to tackle rural nursing shortage, improve older adult care

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A group of UND Gero-STARR students pose for a photo

by Walter Criswell for UND Today Scholarships, other incentives help UND recruit nursing students with strong interest in practicing in rural North Dakota   The first cohort of the Gero-STARR, a federally funded program designed to support eldercare in rural North Dakota. Photo contributed by Jen Koller/CNPD. The University of North Dakota’s College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines has […]

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CNPD Research News | January – February 2026

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CNPD building in snow

Recent Research & Scholarship Activities Reported activities can also be found on the CNPD Publication & Scholarly Work Website Reported as of January 28, 2026. Congratulations! Dr. Yi-Ping Hsieh will present at the 2026 Annual Conference of the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR) in Washington, DC. The presentations show work with co-authors and […]

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Pack the Pantry unites UND against food insecurity

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person holding a boxfood, text on lid says "Pack the Pantry Campus Challenge"

January 22, 2026 by Walter Criswell for UND Today   College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines challenge rallies UND community, addresses issue that affects up to one-third of UND students The College of Nursing & Professional Discipline’s Pack the Pantry challenge will return Feb. 19 to March 5, 2026 to support UND’s Food for Thought pantry. […]

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CNPD Event Addresses Food Insecurity

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A person holds a box of food. "Feeding Futures" on white text on green background

The College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) invites faculty, staff, and students to attend Feeding Futures, a presentation highlighting the impact of food insecurity on UND students. Through a series of short presentations, CNPD faculty and student leaders from Nutrition & Dietetics, Nursing, and Social Work will explore how food insecurity affects student well-being, […]

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Advance Your Career with UND’s Full-Time Online Advanced Generalist MSW

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A family and two social work students sit on a green mat on the floor

The University of North Dakota Department of Social Work is expanding access to graduate education with the launch of a new, full-time online option for the Advanced Generalist specialization in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program, beginning Summer 2026. Designed for motivated students seeking a faster pathway to advanced generalist social work practice, this […]

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New Semester, New Stories from UND Nutrition & Dietetics

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Presenter Dr. Nathaniel Johnson stands on a stage

In its latest alumni and friends e-news, the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics is excited to share its top stories, highlighting the impact of its programs, research, and community initiatives. 💌 Alumni: Stay in the loop! If you aren’t receiving these updates, make sure your contact information is current. Update your info here: UND Alumni Update Your Information […]