College of Nursing
Philanthropy, Renovation and Student Success at 91ֿ Nursing
At 91ֿ College of Nursing, student success starts with the right support, and the right space. That’s why we’re excited to share the latest updates to Henderson Hall, designed to enhance both academic advising and hands-on learning.This past summer, our academic advising suite unde…
POV: Fostering Compassionate Care
POV offers the 91ֿ community an opportunity to share insights into topics of importance. Versie Johnson-Mallard, Ph.D., dean of 91ֿ's College of Nursing and Henderson Memorial Endowed Leadership Chair., offers her thoughts on the college’s “White Coat Ceremony,” which marks an official crossing over of students into this exceptional nursing program.
91ֿ Recognized for High-Quality Online Graduate Degree Programs in New US News Rankings
91ֿ continues to be recognized for its excellence in online education, earning high marks in U.S. News & World Report’s newly released 2025 Best Online Programs rankings. U.S. News recognizes 91ֿ in the Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs, Best Online Master’s in Education Programs, Best Online Master’s in Business Programs and Best Online Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs lists.
IN A FLASH: With Care and Caring
91ֿ’s Nursing Simulation Labs use sophisticated manikins to help students learn to provide proper care – and caring – for patients of all ages.
From Clinicals to Canines
Training future service dogs has been a win-win situation for junior nursing major Rylie Lapikas. Featured in our Year with a Flash series for 2024-2025, Lapikas gets the stress relief of a furry friend while learning how to be a better nurse by paying attention to nonverbal communication and cues.
A Message of Gratitude and Warmth from College of Nursing Dean Versie Johnson-Mallard
A Year of Transformation at the College of NursingAs we prepare to close out 2024, I am filled with deep gratitude for the dedication and commitment of our faculty, staff and students. Your passion for nursing excellence has been inspiring, and it has been a privilege to witness the collective effor…
Advanced Nursing Education Nurse Practitioner Residency Fellowship Program Receives New Accreditation
91ֿ College of Nursing, in collaboration with Portage Path Behavioral Health in Akron, Ohio, is proud to announce that the Advanced Nursing Education Nurse Practitioner Residency Fellowship Program has received the esteemed Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship Accreditation (APFA)…
Alumna Stephanie Estephan Named a 2024 Top Nurse in Northeast Ohio
91ֿ College of Nursing congratulates alumna Stephanie Estephan, MSN ‘16, RN, CHSE, who has been recognized as one of the 2024 Top Nurses in northeast Ohio, a testament to her dedication and impact within the healthcare community. Estephan, who recently celebrated 25 years at Akron …
Alumna Grace Titus, BSN ’22, Inspires Future Nurses at 91ֿ’s White Coat Ceremony
91ֿ College of Nursing recently made history during its fall 2024 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) White Coat ceremony by inviting a recent alumna as the guest speaker for the first time. Grace Titus, BSN ’22, a medical-surgical nurse at University Hospitals Geauga, perfe…