Stories

Mary Twis, associate professor of social work in the Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Texas Christian University, has received a grant from the Texas Bar Foundation to support the completion of her research on enhancing law enforcement response to human trafficking. Specifically, it focuses on the integration of trauma- and violence- informed care (TVIC) principles into their work with trafficking survivors.

Doctoral student Kim Rahebi recognizes her world may be too chaotic for some, but that’s OK. She’s got it. Between writing a dissertation, growing Garden Frogs, forwarding the mission of RxPLORE, developing a career network, and being a Stephen Minister, artist, vegetable gardener, musician and Harris Ambassador, Rahebi is (almost) equally dedicated to it all.

Harris College students showcased their research excellence at the annual Student Research Conference, celebrating innovation and academic achievement across the health sciences. The event featured a number of student presentations, from the impact of recess to the impact of COVID-19 on mental health. Each project reflected deep dedication, rigorous research and unique perspectives on today’s pressing health challenges.

Nurse Practitioner students in the Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences achieved a perfect pass rate for first-time test takers on the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification exam. The ANCC certification exam is widely recognized as one of the leading national board exams for nurse practitioners.