News Archive
With as many students and faculty active in education, practice, policy and research as we have at GW Nursing, it can be difficult to capture all of their stories. These are just some examples of the work going on here — work done by dedicated students and top-tier faculty alike — that help this school continue to grow and flourish.
![Erin Athey (left) with a community member and team member in one of the C3 Cares clinics.](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-07/60dcc74c-70bb-49d7-8062-70f4bf1cbfa7.jpeg?h=137ce18e&itok=6UVPf67R)
D.C. Public Housing Units Become Health Care Hubs
July 23, 2024
GW School of Nursing adjunct professor Erin Athey’s company has established four clinics offering convenient care access in wards 6, 7 and 8.
![Dr. Hee Jun Kim headshot article photo](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/jun-kim_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=vD3axuuB)
First R21 Grant Awarded to Primary PI at GW Nursing
May 31, 2024
The National Institute of Nursing Research has awarded Dr. Hee Jun Kim, a grant to address chronic pain disparities among Asian Americans in the community.
![School of Nursing Faculty & Staff Excellence Awards 2024](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/event_excellence_awards_2024_1080_x_720_px.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=B0zqxIsI)
Winners of the 2024 GW Nursing Faculty & Staff Excellence Awards
May 30, 2024
On May 15, the GW School of Nursing hosted its annual Faculty and Staff Excellence Awards Celebration at GW’s City View Room.
![Global Food Institute promo image](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/gfi_article_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=HR4a5Tbo)
Bridging Health Policy and Food Security: School of Nursing Faculty Members Join Global Food Institute
May 3, 2024
The Global Food Institute (GFI) at George Washington University is proud to announce the addition of two distinguished faculty members: Drs. Wallington and Yang.
![GW Research Showcase](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/gw-research-showcase_article_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=4128garU)
Three Students in the Spotlight at GW Research Showcase
May 3, 2024
GW Nursing boasted three participants at the George Washington University annual Research Showcase, a celebration of scholarly endeavors across disciplines.
![Chevy Cargol posing with Daisy Award along side Dr. El-Banna and Dean Kelly-Weeder](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/cargol-chevy_article_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=QRMSiNTi)
Charting a Path From Spanish Teacher to Clinical Oncology Nurse
May 3, 2024
After a journey spanning continents and careers, Chevy Cargol, a recent GW Nursing graduate and recipient of his cohort’s DAISY Award, has found his calling
![Braden Renke smiling on rooftop with her grandfather](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/renke-braden-w-grandfather_article_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=XFlbAcHf)
A Commitment to Community Leads Alumna to Navy Nurse Corps
May 3, 2024
Braden Renke had always carried within her the spirit of service and a deep-rooted commitment to her community and country.
![Christine Thomas headshot](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/thomas-christine_article_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=VNL0cUhs)
Revolutionizing Nursing Education Through Simulation
May 3, 2024
With 37 years of nursing experience and 30 years as a nurse educator, Dr. Christine Thomas brings a wealth of expertise to her role at GW Nursing.
![Jennifer Walsh headshot](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/walsh-jen_article_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=cHuwsQNw)
Jen Walsh Selected as NurseTRUST Emerging Leader Fellow: A Gateway to Leadership
May 3, 2024
Clinical Assistant Professor Jen Walsh, was recently chosen as a 2024 NurseTRUST Emerging Leader Fellow, marking a significant milestone in her career.
![Keesha Holmes standing at podium in graduation regalia](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/holmes-keesha_article_1080x720.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=BI27lqK3)
Nursing Legacy Fuels Keesha Holmes' Path to Leadership and Education
May 3, 2024
In the rich tapestry of nursing, personal narratives often shape professional trajectories. Keesha Holmes, DNP, FNP, NE-BC, embodies this truth.
![Maria Smilios portrait with Black Angels book cover](https://nursing.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs4501/files/styles/d03_traditional/public/2024-05/smilios_black-angels-author.png?h=3dbd9eac&itok=bNgxUyyo)
Acclaimed Author of The Black Angels to Speak at GW School of Nursing Graduation
May 2, 2024
The GW School of Nursing is proud to announce that Maria Smilios, will be the keynote speaker at this year’s graduation celebration.
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GW Nursing Student Research Day Winners
April 26, 2024
DNP and PhD students took part in the school's Student Research Day showcasing the research and evidence-based projects of our doctoral students.