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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

RAIN Students Kick Off Fall 2024 at UND CNPD August marked the start of another exciting semester at the University of North Dakota’s College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD). As part of the tradition, the Recruitment & Retention of American Indians into Nursing (RAIN) program hosted a welcome-back luncheon for new and returning RAIN […]

In early August, the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) hosted a pinning ceremony to honor the remarkable achievements of the summer RN to BSN program graduates. Among those celebrated were three dedicated Recruitment & Retention of American Indians into Nursing (RAIN) students: Alyssa Horn, Latoya Poitra, and Crystal Azure, who completed their Bachelor […]

By Jenn Lukens / Thursday, February 22, 2024 Program supported by Clifford Circle member Chord Energy creates pathways for American Indian students at UND’s College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines. As a child, when Barb Anderson, ’10, visited her clinic on the Turtle Mountain Reservation in north-central North Dakota, she rarely saw people in scrubs […]

The 2023 Staff Recognition Luncheon and Awards Ceremony, honoring staff with anniversaries of continuous years of service to the University of North Dakota, was held on Tuesday, May 9, in the UND Memorial Union. We are proud to recognize these staff members who have achieved major employment milestones! Staff Meritorious Award Congratulations to Angie Novak, who received […]