School of Nursing showcases research excellence, new partnerships at Research Day

February 12, 2026

  More than 100 attendees convened for the School of Nursing’s 2026 Office of Nursing Research and Scholarship (ONRS) Research Day on Jan. 30. The annual event is now in its fourth year since the program’s launch in 2023. Strengthening the School of Nursing’s research culture, catalyzing interdisciplinary collaboration and elevating the visibility of faculty […]




Center of excellence helps dental students achieve and succeed

January 30, 2026

  A center of excellence at the School of Dentistry is helping recruit dental students from underserved communities in South Texas and retain them with programs to bolster their educational success. “As the only dental school located in South Texas, we help provide oral healthcare to the region through student clinical rotations and by training […]





Medical sciences bachelor’s program prepares students for graduate programs

January 30, 2026

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences program, offered through the School of Health Professions, provides a rigorous science curriculum, clinical practicums and personalized support to help students prepare their applications to graduate medical, dental, physician assistant and other health science professional degree programs.