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09/14/2026

This Friday, September 18, is National Concussion Awareness Day. National Concussion
Awareness Day was established to create awareness about concussions: how they
happen, what their symptoms are, and what to do if you suspect you have one. Our Concussion Center at TU is spreading awareness about concussion signs and symptoms this Friday with our community partners.
Learn more here about concussion awareness here:
https://biausa.org/concussion-awareness

09/11/2026

What's the difference between an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)? 🤔

Both are degrees for aspiring nurses, but one may bring more career benefits in the long run.

Click below to learn what sets these two degrees apart. ⬇️

What’s the difference between an ADN and a BSN? Learn about these nursing degrees, and discover the right one for you.

09/08/2026

Today is International Literacy Day! 📚

Literacy goes beyond the ability to read and write. It extends to health literacy and patient education.

Here are just a few ways nurses support health literacy every day:

💊 Reviewing prescription drug instructions with patients
🍎 Sharing recommendations for healthy lifestyle behaviors
🖥️ Showing patients how to access online health records
🔁 Translating medical information for patients who speak English as a second language (ESL)

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸 Today, we're especially grateful for the healthcare workers who keep communities healthy and strong.

09/03/2026

These grad students are doing great things on campus and beyond! Meet some of the talented students in our Speech-Path program:

09/03/2026

What careers can you pursue with a bachelor's degree in nursing? You might be surprised by just how many there are.
From public health to travel nursing and nonclinical positions like recruiting, BSN careers range from hands-on nursing to non-bedside positions.

08/31/2026

It's the last day of National Wellness Month! 😴

How you choose to unwind after a long shift can help you feel more rested the next day and throughout the week. Next time you need to decompress after work, try this routine:

♫ Listen to calming music on the way home
🚿 Take a warm shower or draw a bath
🕯️ Light a candle with a soothing scent
🧘🏻‍♀️ Do some light body stretches
🍵 Prepare a cup of herbal tea

What are your go-to ways to unwind after work?

08/28/2026

Getting adjusted to your first nursing role may take some time. When in doubt, invest in self-care with the T.U.L.S.A. method:

🇹 Take breaks
🇺 Unwind
🇱 Lean on support
🇸 Stay active
🇦 Appreciate moments

Head over to our blog post to get more tips for new nurses:

Examine various tips for new nurses to use to reduce anxiety and mitigate the potential of nurse burnout.

08/26/2026

Today is National Women's Equality Day! 💪

Here's to the powerful women who've made their voices heard in the fight for gender equality.

08/24/2026

It's week four of National Wellness Month! 💃 Work-life balance is the first line of defense against burnout. What's your go-to hobby?

🧘‍♀️ Weekly fitness class
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family activities
🎮 Games at home
🤝 Volunteer work

Drop your favorite fun activity in the comments.