ASU-Beebe Nursing & Health Professions

10/04/2026

09/29/2026

🎙️ 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗧𝘄𝗼 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗢𝗪!

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Cindy Smith, Director of Nursing at ASU-Beebe, as she shares her journey into nursing and education, the growth and success of ASU-Beebe’s nursing programs, opportunities available to future nurses, and what makes preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals so rewarding. We also talk about Early College opportunities for high school students and ways experienced nurses can make an impact by joining the ASU-Beebe nursing faculty.

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09/28/2026

🌎💙 Day 5 — Our Final Day in El Salvador 🇸🇻🩺

Our final day of the Arkansas State University Beebe Nursing Learning Abroad experience took our students to the beautiful city of Ataco, where they immersed themselves in the sights, sounds, flavors, and culture of El Salvador.

Students explored the local street market, experienced traditional foods, visited with local residents, and had the opportunity to see everyday life through a different cultural lens. From the colorful streets and local artisans to the conversations and connections made along the way, our students experienced so much more than a destination. They experienced people, culture, and community. ❤️

As we look back on these five incredible days, it is hard to put into words just how much our students have experienced. They toured a university and nursing facilities, learned about another country’s healthcare system, compared nursing education and classroom experiences, visited a nursing home, explored historical and cultural sites, shared meals, made new connections, and stepped outside of everything familiar to see the world from a different perspective.

But perhaps the greatest lesson of all cannot be found in a classroom or a textbook. It is the lesson of understanding. Learning that healthcare may look different in another country, but compassion is universal. That the needs of patients may vary, but the importance of caring for others never changes. And that sometimes stepping outside of our own world allows us to return home with a greater appreciation for the people we serve.

We hope this experience stays with our students long after they leave El Salvador. We hope the people they met, the stories they heard, the places they experienced, and the lessons they learned become part of who they are. Not only as nurses, but as servants to their profession and to the people entrusted to their care. 🩺❤️ This trip may have lasted only five days, but its impact can last a lifetime.

🇸🇻 Thank you, El Salvador and UNICAES for welcoming our students, sharing your culture, and becoming part of their nursing journey.

And to our Arkansas State University Beebe nursing students, take what you have learned, carry it with you, and let it shape the nurse and the person you become. 🌎💙

09/27/2026

🌎💙 Day 4 of the Arkansas State University Beebe Nursing Learning Abroad Trip to El Salvador! 🇸🇻🩺

Today was another incredible day of learning, collaboration, and experiencing the beauty of El Salvador!

Our students had the opportunity to compare nursing education and learning environments between ASU Beebe and our Salvadoran partners. We discussed courses such as Nutrition and explored ideas for future collaboration between our students—including comparing nutrition labels and learning how food, culture, and health intersect in both countries. 📚🥗

These conversations remind us that while our classrooms and healthcare systems may look different, the heart of nursing education is universal: learning, caring, collaborating, and preparing students to make a difference in the lives of others. ❤️

After a morning of learning, we headed to the breathtaking Lake Coatepeque for lunch at Las Palmeras. 🌊☀️ And because learning abroad is also about making memories, our students enjoyed a little fun on the water with some jet-ski adventures! 🏝️😎

Of course, no day in El Salvador would be complete without ice cream! 🍦 We grabbed a sweet treat before heading back to the university, carrying with us another day full of new experiences, new friendships, and memories that will last far beyond this trip.

Day 4 was once again a great reminder that some of the best learning happens when we step outside the classroom and experience the world together. 🌎💙🇸🇻

09/26/2026

09/26/2026

🌎 Day 3 in El Salvador! 🇸🇻

Our Arkansas State University Beebe Nursing students continued their learning adventure today with a meaningful visit to Josefina Tentori Nursing Home in Metapán. 🩺❤️

The students had the opportunity to learn more about daily life and nursing care in a Salvadoran long-term care setting. Experiencing healthcare in another country provides our students with a unique perspective as they discover both the differences and the similarities in caring for older adults. Most importantly, they are seeing firsthand that compassionate nursing care transcends borders and cultures.

The group also enjoyed the beautiful scenery surrounding Lake Güija. 🌿🌊 The breathtaking views offered a chance to pause, take in the beauty of El Salvador, and enjoy time together outside of the classroom.

The day ended with a visit to a local shopping mall, where students enjoyed discovering familiar sights alongside new cultural experiences. From fast-food favorites like McDonald’s to electronics stores and other recognizable American-style businesses, they found some fun similarities to home while experiencing the local shopping culture of El Salvador. 🇸🇻🇺🇸

Another full day of learning, exploring, connecting, and making memories—and another reminder that some of the best learning happens when we step outside the classroom. 💙🩺🌎

09/25/2026

🌎💙 Day 2 in El Salvador! 🇸🇻🩺

Our Arkansas State University Beebe Nursing students continued their Fall 2026 Learning Abroad experience with a full day of learning, exploring, and experiencing the beautiful culture of El Salvador!

Today, our students had the opportunity to tour the Universidad Católica de El Salvador (UNICAES) campus and nursing facilities, giving them a firsthand look at nursing education in another country and allowing them to see both the similarities and differences in how nurses are educated and prepared for practice.

From there, we ventured into downtown Santa Ana, where our students experienced the sights, sounds, and energy of the local street markets. 🛍️🌺 It was a wonderful opportunity to step outside the classroom and experience Salvadoran culture up close.

We also traveled to the Tazumal Mayan archaeological complex, where history came alive as our students explored one of El Salvador’s most important archaeological sites. What a special reminder that learning can happen in so many places—and sometimes the best classroom has no walls at all! 🌎✨

And, of course, we couldn’t end the day without sharing an absolutely delicious meal together! ❤️🍽️ Good food, great conversation, lots of laughter, and memories being made along the way.

Day 2 was filled with learning, culture, history, friendship, and experiences our students will carry with them long after they return home.

We can’t wait to see what Day 3 brings! 🇸🇻💙🩺

Arkansas State University Beebe Nursing — learning beyond borders and growing nurses who understand that caring for others knows no boundaries.

09/24/2026

Arkansas State University Beebe nursing students are experiencing an incredible Learning Abroad opportunity in El Salvador this Fall (2026).

The purpose of this international experience is to broaden our students’ understanding of the world around them while exploring El Salvador’s culture, communities, and healthcare system. Through cultural immersion and meaningful learning experiences, students have the opportunity to compare healthcare practices, gain a deeper appreciation for global health, and recognize both the similarities and differences in healthcare delivery across countries.

Experiences like these extend nursing education beyond the classroom, helping our students develop a greater understanding of the diverse populations they will serve as future nurses. We are proud to provide our students with opportunities to learn, serve, and grow both personally and professionally. 💙🌎

We are grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside the people and communities of El Salvador!

09/16/2026

Our Fundamentals II cohort took learning to the next level by teaching each other about urinary assessment and care. Peer-to-peer learning helps strengthen knowledge, build confidence, and encourage teamwork. We are proud of the engagement, collaboration, and dedication each student demonstrated.

09/10/2026

Arkansas State University Beebe nursing faculty and students attended the Arkansas Forensic Nurses Association conference, which highlighted important issues requiring greater awareness, education, and advocacy. We learned from survivors, healthcare professionals, law enforcement, and legal experts about topics including human trafficking, victim care, and the role nurses play in investigations and the justice system.

One of the most powerful lessons was the importance of education. Nurses are often in a unique position to recognize warning signs, support vulnerable individuals, and connect them with needed resources. The knowledge we gain not only makes us better clinicians but also stronger advocates.

We are grateful to the professionals, survivors, and organizations who shared their experiences and expertise. As educators and future nurses, we are committed to bringing this knowledge back to our classrooms and communities because knowledge is where change begins. 🤍

Arkansas State University Beebe would like to thank the Arkansas Forensic Nurses Association (AFNA) for allowing our students to attend and for providing such a great experience.