After years of caring for critically ill patients at the bedside, Laura Petrarca found her calling in the classroom. Now a Doctor of Nursing Practice student in USC's Nursing Education program, she's combining clinical expertise with innovative teaching strategies to prepare the next generation of nurses.
From the moment Kennedy Golden knew she wanted to become a nurse, she had a plan. What she couldn't have planned for was becoming the patient herself. From publishing research as a first-generation honors student to battling a rare cancer diagnosis while continuing to care for others, Golden's journey is a powerful story of resilience, faith and leadership.
Longtime leader leaves lasting impact on USC College of Nursing.
USC Nursing continues to be a national leader in online nursing education. Four nursing programs rank in the Top 10 nationally in the latest online rankings from U.S. News & World Report, including our online master's in nursing program, which has been in the Top 5 for six consecutive years.
January is a perfect month to reset and focus on habits that support emotional wellbeing. The college's Student Ambassadors share how they navigate challenges and manage stress during challenging days.
Nearly 4,000 women in the U.S. die from cervical cancer each year. But it's one of the most preventable gynecologic cancers.
USC Nursing continues to build a culture of caring as the state's premier nursing program. With our nationally ranked programs, we're committed to transforming health care and preparing the next generation of nurse leaders.
Paige Canady planned to write a straightforward honors thesis. But after collaborating with an art education student, the project became a cleverly illustrated children’s book, one that Canady hopes will be read by families everywhere.
Heart defects affect about 1 percent of all babies born in the United States each year, making the cardiovascular system an important part of the nursing curriculum. To help students master this material, assistant professor Stephanie Schaller invented a new tool that lets students learn heart defects through hands-on activities.
Ret. Colonel Marguerite Knox has built a career defined by service, leadership and compassion. A Gulf War veteran and national advocate for veterans' health, she embodies a lifelong commitment to caring for others on the battlefield and beyond.
The 2025 Viana McCown Lectureship celebrated nursing innovation, featuring expert panelists from leading South Carolina health systems sharing advances in care, safety, and innovation.
The University of South Carolina Alumni Association celebrated and recognized all award recipients during Homecoming Weekend. Nursing's Stephanie Burgess is among the honorees.
Nurse scientists at the college's Cancer Survivorship Research Center are leading innovative studies to help people living with and beyond lung cancer better manage symptoms, maintain treatment, and enhance their quality of life.
Each year, USC Nursing recognizes three outstanding alumni for excellence in care and leadership.
Jewel Scott says women are more likely to be dismissed in medical settings because their symptoms aren’t as well understood – or health care providers just aren’t listening. Scott is working to change that by helping patients and practitioners become better advocates.
At the College of Nursing, students aren't just learning from professors--they're learning from each other. Through PASS, peer coaches and tutors empower their classmates to overcome challenges, build strong study habits, and thrive together.
From saving premature babies to advancing chronic illness research to shaping the next generation of nursing leaders, USC faculty have built careers centered on connection and care. Their legacies will live on through their centers' lasting impact.
Dr. Tina Ralyea has been named the new director of USC Nursing's Center for Nursing Leadership. With more than 35 years of experience spanning clinical care, hospital administration and academia, she is poised to advance the development of future nurse leaders across the state.
Renatta Loquist, a USC Nursing alumna and longtime faculty member, has been awarded the Order of the Palmetto for her extraordinary impact on nursing in South Carolina and beyond. Her decades of leadership have shaped education, policy, and practice across the state.
Our alumni are shaping the future of global health as they advance psychiatric nursing education in Rwanda and inspire new approaches to simulation in Nigeria.
From digital cadavers to AI-powered manikins, USC Nursing's revamped simulation center is transforming how future nurses train.
Kate Bernheisel has always had a knack for innovation, something that she has been able to combine with her passion for empathy and her career in health care. It’s what helped earn the nursing professor the Garnet Apple award for teaching innovation.
The University of South Carolina College of Nursing is launching a multi-year, Duke Endowment–backed initiative to expand nursing career pathways for people with disabilities. The program aims to close critical workforce and care gaps through summer immersion experiences, professional development and inclusive training.
See how our students are gaining real-world experience through their nursing externships over summer break.
Four outstanding faculty members from the University of South Carolina College of Nursing have been selected for induction into the American Academy of Nursing's prestigious 2025 Class of Fellows. Their national recognition highlights USC Nursing's continued leadership in research, innovation, and health policy.
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