CHBS News

New faculty join the School of Nursing

New School of Nursing faculty are from all around the globe, have diverse backgrounds and each bring something unique to JMU.  

Dietetics grad serves in military and returns to JMU for grad school

“I love it, it’s exactly what I’ve always wanted to do,” Wagener said. “To come back to JMU and do what I’ve wanted to do professionally, it’s like dreams really do come true.”

FNP student Beatriz Bautista shares her nursing journey

Before deciding to apply for FNP school, I reflected on the Hispanic healthcare providers in the community and felt intimidated that there is a low representation. This intimidation soon turned into motivation.

JMU expert: College athletes increasingly open about mental health

Discussing mental health and how to cope with various stressors is becoming more common among college athletes says JMU expert Bob Harmison.

Behavioral health provider shortage addressed by JMU program

Behavioral health providers in six counties in central Virginia will get a helping hand from 100 JMU graduate psychology students.

Health sciences alumna shares her path to PA school

"My advice for a prospective health sciences student at JMU is to never be afraid to ask for help and form a good work ethic."

Health sciences grad attending dental school on Army scholarship

The best piece of advice I can give to prospective students is to get involved and try something new. There are so many opportunities for success at JMU whether in the classroom or around campus."

Housekeeper Wendy Schwister goes above and beyond for OTCES

Housekeeper and certified mechanic, Wendy Schwister, has dedicated her time and knowledge to repairing OTCES' collection of bikes.

Psychology symposium took new form this year

In April, JMU psychology held its first virtual Student Research Symposium on Twitter. The event, typically held in-person, took an all new form this year due to the pandemic.

Vaccine infographic designed by and for JMU students

In the midst of COVID-19, students in HTH 245: Foundations of Infectious Diseases put together a friendly competition to design a COVID-19 vaccine infographic.

Health sciences alumni talk about publishing their research

Two health sciences alumni published their research

HSA students offer bilingual skills to Great Community Give

Two health services administration students, Devany Corvera and Odalys Hernandez, volunteered their Spanish language skills to help communicate the importance of community-based fundraising.

Health sciences senior headed to optometry school

"JMU has lived up to its academic reputation and more. I have found opportunities for personal growth and development not only academically, but also to expand beyond the classroom knowledge."

Occupational therapy program is next step for health sciences senior

Gerencser researched the health sciences program before visiting JMU, but it wasn't until she enrolled that she realized all of the opportunities the major has to offer.

Health sciences grad forges a future in medicine

Health sciences alumnus Evans Osuji (’17) found James Madison University a perfect setting to excel as both an academic and an athlete.

Rising to the occasion

The School of Nursing has a history of producing exceptionally qualified nurses able to meet the challenges of health care.

CHBS meeting focuses on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The faculty and staff of the College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS) took a break from spring semester planning to hold a virtual meeting focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Alumni Profile: social work alumna earns doctorate

Veronica Dillard ('10) reflects on her path leading to her doctoral degree including her time at JMU.

A chat with the CHBS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Director

BJ Bryson will serve as the inaugural CHBS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Director. She will serve as the point person for DEI in cultivating a college climate that is inclusive and equitable.

Health sciences grad plans medical career in underserved area

Ian Roy (’19) is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree at Tufts University. Upon graduation, Roy will be pursuing a medical degree through the innovative Maine Track Program.

New JMU brain research could help understand Autism causes

The National Institutes of Health grant will enable the student-driven research team to study early neural networks.

Health sciences alumna finds rewarding career path in epidemiology

Kat Topf (’19) is pursuing a Master of Public Health degree at Emory University. She is also working at the Georgia Department of Public Health in support of their COVID-19 response.

Online Speech Pathology program reinvents clinical experiences

One month before students were scheduled to arrive on campus, it was very clear that an in-person clinic was not possible, so the program adapted.

JMU School of Nursing well prepared for switch to virtual simulation

When the COVID pandemic forced classes online, the JMU School of Nursing was well prepared to provide simulated clinical experiences.