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At the heart of Frontier Nursing University is a talented and diverse community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, Couriers and preceptors. Our blog features members of the FNU community who are focused on the mission of educating nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners to deliver quality health care to underserved and rural populations. This is also where we keep you up-to-date on the latest news and upcoming events. Welcome and check back often!
If you have news to share with FNU, please send it to us at FNUnews@frontier.edu. If you have a specific idea for a blog or podcast, please submit it through our form here. If you are a student or graduate and are interested in sharing your story with us please submit your story here. Read more about recent events, our mission and future goals in our FNU publications.
Frontier Nursing University Names Dr. Nancy Pesta Walsh as Clinical Director of the Department of Family Nursing
Frontier Nursing University has announced that Dr. Nancy Pesta Walsh, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP- BC, has accepted the position of Clinical Director for the Department of Family Nursing. Dr. Walsh has been a faculty member at FNU since 2010. “We are very excited to announce Dr. Pesta Walsh as our Clinical Director for the Department of Family Nursing,” said FNU Dean of Nursing Dr. Joan Slager, CNM, … [Read More...]
Student Spotlight: Ashley Parker selected for SAMHSA Minority Fellowship Program
At the heart of Frontier Nursing University is a talented and diverse community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, couriers and preceptors. Spotlight blogs feature members of our FNU community who are focused on the mission of educating nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners to deliver quality healthcare to underserved and rural populations. Frontier Nursing University student Ashley … [Read More...]
Winter 2024 Quarterly Bulletin Celebrates Preceptors and Their Vital Roles in Educating Frontier Students
The Winter 2024 issue of the FNU Quarterly Bulletin features a special 8-page section celebrating preceptors. A message from FNU Dean of Nursing, Dr. Joan Slager, CNM, DNP, FACNM, FAAN, explains why precepting is so important to Frontier students and how the experience benefits the preceptor as well. The special section also includes answers to all the frequently asked questions about precepting, … [Read More...]
FNU Student Ainsley Stone Issues Day of Giving Challenge
During FNU’s second annual Day of Giving, nurse-midwifery student Ainsley Stone (no relation to FNU President Dr. Susan Stone) issued a $7,500 Day of Giving challenge to inspire others to give back to the university. Ainsley’s challenge that 20 gifts be made to the Annual Fund was met early on in the 24-hour giving event. The Annual Fund (unrestricted dollars) supports the areas of greatest need … [Read More...]
Student Spotlight: Makayla Howard, RN, finds herself at home within the FNU Community
At the heart of Frontier Nursing University is a talented and diverse community of students, alumni, faculty, staff, couriers and preceptors. Spotlight blogs feature members of our FNU community who are focused on the mission of educating nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners to deliver quality healthcare to underserved and rural populations. For Frontier Nursing University student MaKayla … [Read More...]
If you have news to share with FNU, please send it to us at FNUnews@frontier.edu. If you have a specific idea for a blog post, please submit it through our form here. If you are a student or graduate and are interested in sharing your story with us please submit your story here.
Conferences and Events Calendar
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Kentucky Association of Nurse Practitioners & Nurse-Midwives (KANPNM)
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) LIVE Q&A Session
Are you interested in learning about FNU's Post-Master's DNP program? Join us for a Q&A session. Register
Nurse-Midwifery/Women’s Health LIVE Q&A Session
Are you interested in learning about FNU's Nurse-Midwifery program or Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner program? Join us for a Q&A session. Register
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Learn more about the work of our alumni, students, faculty and staff in our annual President’s Report and Quarterly Bulletins.