University of Southern Indiana College of Nursing and Health Professions

09/02/2026

Great conversations and a strong turnout at this week's Imaging Sciences Q&A! 👏

Student representatives from Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Diagnostic Medical Sonography connected with pre-radiology and pre-sonography students, answering questions about admissions, student life, academics and balancing school, work and personal commitments.

Pictured (left to right) are this year's officers of Lambda Nu Theta Chi National Honor Society for radiologic and imaging sciences students: Michaela (Treasurer), Mallory (Vice President), Kaitlyn (Secretary), Nori (President) with Lambda Nu members Claire and Madison.

We love seeing these students mentor future cohorts of health professionals!

09/01/2026

Could sleep apnea be the missing link in heart failure care? Join us for "Heart Failure and Sleep Apnea: The Missed Diagnosis that Breaks the Heart."

Designed for nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals, this virtual Lunch and Learn session explores how undiagnosed sleep disorders can impact cardiovascular health and patient outcomes. Learn why recognizing the signs of poor sleep is essential for improving care and quality of life.

October 7 | Noon–1 p.m. CST

Register today to uncover the hidden connection between sleep and heart health.

https://www.usi.edu/Virtual-Lunch-&-Learn

08/31/2026

Reminder! You don't want to miss this Lunch and Learn on Wednesday this week!

Breathlessness and anxiety often go hand in hand. Join our Virtual Lunch and Learn on Dyspnea-Anxiety Integration Programs to explore a multidisciplinary approach that addresses both the physical and psychological aspects of dyspnea.

📅 September 2 | Noon–1 p.m. CST

Register now to learn practical, patient-centered strategies: https://www.usi.edu/Virtual-Lunch-&-Learn

08/30/2026

Looking for a healthcare career path with a more predictable schedule while continuing to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes? USI's online Case Management program equips nurses and healthcare professionals with the skills to coordinate care, advocate for patients and families and navigate complex healthcare systems.

Designed around the Case Management Society of America Standards of Practice, this flexible program helps participants develop the knowledge and confidence needed to implement effective, ethical and collaborative care coordination practices and prepares them for a certification exam.

Learn more at https://usi.edu/ce-casemanagement

08/28/2026

Love to see our alumni in action! USI Dental Assisting

✨Looking to achieve your dream smile with convenience and without the limitations of wires and brackets? We offer personalized Invisalign treatment options!
🦷Check out our website or give us a call at (812) 402-3485 to schedule your complimentary consult today!

08/28/2026

🦷 📦 It's like Christmas in August for our junior Dental Hygiene students! Yesterday, they unboxed their very own instrument kits they purchased to use throughout their educational journey in the program. Each kit includes the professional instruments required for coursework and clinical training, along with a typodont (manikin mouth and teeth) that helps students practice and refine essential skills before working with patients.

We're excited to see these future dental hygienists use this essential investment to begin building the hands-on skills that will serve them throughout their careers! 🪥✨

08/25/2026

Start the semester by saving lives! USI will host a blood drive with Versiti Blood Center of Indiana from noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday, September 1 at Carter Hall in the University Center.

Shelly of Versiti says, “Blood supply is teetering on a critical shortage, and we need to fill as many of these slots as we can.”

Ask a friend to donate at the same time. You can support each other and do twice as much good!

Make an appointment here: https://conta.cc/4irus4S

08/24/2026

Thinking about applying to the Radiologic and Imaging Sciences or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program? Second-year students with these majors will give you an inside look at the application and interview process during an engaging Q & A Session.

📅 Monday, August 31
🕒 5:30-7 p.m.
📍 Health Professions Room HP 1006

You'll be able to ask questions about student life, classes, clinicals and more.

This session is hosted by USI's Theta Chi chapter of Lambda Nu, a national honor society for radiologic and imaging sciences.

08/21/2026

🩺 ❤️ Nursing is more than treating illness. It's about supporting the whole person.

This week, USI faculty members Dr. Katelyn Russell and Christina Buxton led Mental Health First Aid training for our nursing students to help them learn how to recognize signs of mental health concerns, offer support and connect individuals with appropriate resources.

We're proud of these future nurses for investing in skills that will help them care for patients, families and communities with compassion and confidence.

08/20/2026

This week, Southwest Indiana Area Health Education Center, hosted at USI in the Kinney College, was honored to present the 2026 Outstanding Preceptor Award to Sally Bodensteiner, MD FHC, a provider at the Family Health Center in Vincennes.

Krista Kercher, Clinical Coordinator with Southwest Indiana AHEC, says Dr. Bodensteiner has demonstrated an "exceptional commitment" to medical education. "Year after year, she consistently welcomes students into her practice, providing them with meaningful experiences and opportunities to learn, grow and connect with the vulnerable population she serves," she says. "Her dedication goes beyond teaching medicine. She serves as a mentor, role model and advocate for our students, helping them better understand the importance of community-based care and the impact they will have on rural and underserved communities."

We are incredibly grateful for Dr. Bodensteiner's continued partnership with AHEC and her unwavering dedication to our future medical professionals.

Southwest Indiana AHEC, one of nine regional centers of the Indiana AHEC Network, has a mission to improve health by recruiting, educating and retaining healthcare professionals in underserved communities.

Learn more at https://www.usi.edu/southwest-indiana-area-health-education-center