University of Colorado Anschutz College of Nursing

09/04/2026

In Colorado, September means fall sports, mountain hikes and start of a new season. Don't let the month trick you, the hot weather isn't going away any time soon, so it's important to stay safe when exercising on hot sunny days.

Did you know the two main ways our bodies cool off are sweating and redirection of blood flow?

CU Anschutz Nursing Professor Dr. Catherine Jankowski has spent her career researching exercise and aging. She gives insight into how the body functions during exercise, and provides prevention strategies for athletes of all ages.

Read the article to learn more!

Dr. Catherine Jankowski at the University of Colorado Anschutz College of Nursing explains what happens to our bodies we we exercise in high heat and prevention methods.

09/03/2026

A celebration of life for the late U.S. Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell will take place on Tuesday, September 8, from 2:30-5:00 p.m.

The University of Colorado Anschutz, Colorado School of Public Health, Colorado School of Public Health, and the Centers for American Indian & Alaska Native Health invite you to join them at the Nighthorse Campbell Native Health Building at the CU Anschutz campus for the event.

Colorado Congressman Jason Crow will give remarks, along with campus and CU leadership, native elders, and other community leaders.

Register here:
https://ucdenver.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cMAJO2Il1hjv4jA

09/02/2026

Way to go, CU College of Nursing Student Council! They met with some of our new BSN students at today's Welcome Wednesday at the University of Colorado Anschutz and connected with other members of the campus community (including an appearance by Dean Elias Provencio-Vasquez!) It was a great event, and we're excited to see what they'll accomplish this year as student leaders. ❤️

09/02/2026

Welcome Wednesday is TODAY! 👋💙

Come find STUCO at our table in Boettcher Commons at 11:30 AM! Come say hello, meet the team, and learn more about how you can get involved this year. ✨

We’d love to see you there! 🫶

09/01/2026

CU Anschutz Nursing faculty are taking steps to advance the nursing profession by connecting with local lawmakers. Drs. June Bryant, Brandi Farrell, Jill Marks, and Jennifer Rosen participated in the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners’ Hill Day at Home last week. They met with Diana Rodriguez from Senator John Hickenlooper's staff to advocate for legislation impacting pediatric nursing.

08/31/2026

New month, new info sessions! ➡️ Join us in September to learn about some of our programs (BSN, MSN, BS to DNP, and Post-Graduate Certificate). Whether you're starting your nursing journey or looking to earn a higher degree, there's an info session for you!

At an info session, you'll be able to:
🗣️ Ask questions
📍 Get a program overview
🤝 Meet faculty

Save your spot and view our events: https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/admissions/prospective-student-events

08/31/2026

A big THANK YOU to the CU College of Nursing Student Council, who hosted Burrito Day for their classmates on Friday! We love seeing our students take on leadership roles and bring their classmates together. 💕

08/29/2026

Reed Lawson is an emerging leader at CU Anschutz Nursing. He started in the college’s two-year BSN program in June, after taking prerequisites at Community College of Aurora. In only a few weeks, Reed has worked to organize social events, make connections, and form study groups for his classmates. He even creates practice tests for his classmates before exams! He says this is just the start of his goal to form a welcoming community with his peers.

Read the article to learn more about Reed!

CU Anschutz College of Nursing accelerated BSN student Reed Lawson came back to school later in life and has become a strong leader on campus.

08/27/2026

What does it really mean for a new nurse to be "practice ready"? A recently published study, led by CU Anschutz Nursing’s Assistant Dean of Clinical Simulation Science, Dr. Fara Bowler, found that nursing educators and healthcare employers don't always agree on which clinical skills new graduates should master before entering practice. The research identified 95 essential skills and aims to strengthen alignment between nursing education and real-world healthcare expectations, helping nurses transition safely and confidently into patient care roles.

Learn more here:

New research identifies essential nursing skills and helps align nursing education with clinical practice, preparing graduates for safe patient care.

08/27/2026

This month, we’re honored to highlight Lola Fehr, whose long history of leadership within Colorado’s nursing community has helped shape the Foundation from its earliest days.

Lola has contributed to the organization in countless ways, including her work on the original planning committee for what is now the Excellence Awards program. Her deep commitment to nonprofit nursing organizations continues to guide her service, and she remains energized by the ideas and momentum emerging from newer board members.

We’re grateful for her steady presence, her passion for advancing nursing, and the perspective she brings to our Board!
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