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Deans Shogren and Wittie sit down to plan the homecoming tailgate

VIDEO: Dean Shogren and Dean Witte make CNPD + CEHD Homecoming tailgate plans

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Deans Shogren and Wittie sit down to plan the homecoming tailgate

The Deans Have a Plan! The College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) and the College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) are teaming up for this year’s CNPD + CEHD Homecoming Tailgate, and our deans are already making plans for a day! Join us before UND Football takes on Murray State for lunch, good […]

Graphic of UND hawk pointing up next to text saying Nursing, Social Work, Nutrition & Dietetics: College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines Homecoming Week Events

Celebrate Homecoming 2026 with the CNPD

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Graphic of UND hawk pointing up next to text saying Nursing, Social Work, Nutrition & Dietetics: College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines Homecoming Week Events

Join us in celebrating Homecoming 2026 with the University of North Dakota’s College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines! UND Homecoming Week is scheduled for Sept. 28 – Oct. 3, 2026. We have a series of exciting events lined up to reconnect with our alumni and supporters. CNPD Homecoming Events Saturday, October 3 – CNPD’s Sweet […]

RAIN Director Barb Anderson hugs a graduate

Celebrating Success: The 2026 RAIN Traditional Meal & Honor Ceremony

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RAIN Director Barb Anderson hugs a graduate

  On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the Recruitment & Retention of American Indians into Nursing (RAIN) program hosted its annual Traditional Meal & Honor Ceremony at the UND Memorial Union. Held annually since 1990, this event recognizes the incredible achievements of our Native American nursing graduates while celebrating vital cultural values, honor, and mutual support. […]

RAIN alumni staff and faculty gathered together

RAIN marks 35 years with keynote by alumna Teresa Brockie

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RAIN alumni staff and faculty gathered together

by Walter Criswell for UND Today For decades, UND’s RAIN program has supported American Indian students, as distinguished alumna Teresa Brockie confirms RAIN alumni, staff and faculty gathered together at the Time Out Wacipi Powwow following the 35th Anniversary Celebration. Photo by Shawna Schill/UND Today.   Before Teresa Brockie began her keynote at the Gorecki […]

Reflecting on a Year of Community and Impact

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As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a year marked by growth, momentum, and meaningful impact across the University of North Dakota College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines. From program expansion and new opportunities for students to continued engagement in research, scholarship, and service, 2025 has been a year of […]

A collage of pictures from 2025

CNPD 2025 Highlights

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A collage of pictures from 2025

Each year, the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) celebrates the accomplishments of our faculty, students, staff, and alumni who advance learning, research, and service across North Dakota and beyond. From impactful research and innovative teaching to community engagement and national recognition, 2025 was another year that reflected the strength and dedication of our […]

Maridee Shogren, Quinn Packineau and Chantel Vasquez

RAIN Honor Ceremony celebrates graduates, culture, community

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Maridee Shogren, Quinn Packineau and Chantel Vasquez

May 22, 2025 by Walter Criswell for UND Today Traditional meal, Friendship Dance, sense of belonging reflect culture of caring that makes UND’s RAIN program stand out College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines dean Maridee Shogren (left) and RAIN Nurse Mentor Chantel Vasquez (right) present Quinn Packineau (center) with a Star Quilt. Packineau was joined by […]

UND president Andy Armacost hands an award to Barb Anderson

RAIN’s Barb Anderson among those Honored with UND Meritorious Service Award

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UND president Andy Armacost hands an award to Barb Anderson

The University of North Dakota celebrated dedication and excellence at its annual Staff Recognition Luncheon on May 13, hosted by the Office of Human Resources in the Memorial Union Ballroom. Among the highlights of the event were the presentation of 11 Meritorious Service Awards—each honoring individuals who exemplify UND’s core values through their performance, relationships, […]

blue ribbons for diabetes awareness and inset image of Challsey Scallon

Challsey Scallon: Making an Impact on Diabetes Awareness in Native Communities

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blue ribbons for diabetes awareness and inset image of Challsey Scallon

As we recognize American Diabetes Month, we’re taking the opportunity to highlight the work of Challsey Scallon, MSN, RN, a University of North Dakota (UND) Recruitment & Retention of American Indians into Nursing (RAIN) program nursing alum. With over a decade of experience in diabetes education, Scallon has significantly impacted her community, particularly in diabetes […]

Maridee and Chantel

UND student and RAIN nurse mentor Chantel Vazquez awarded SAMHSA fellowship

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Maridee and Chantel

College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines Dean Maridee Shogren and student and RAIN Nurse Mentor Chantel Vasquez. Submitted photo from CNPD. Chantel Vazquez, a registered nurse, enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, current UND student in the College of Nursing and Professional Disciplines (CNPD) and nurse mentor with UND’s Recruitment & Retention of […]