Blog | Research College of Nursing

RCoN’s resilience: The next chapter of excellence

July 28, 2021 by Dr. Thad Wilson, RCoN President

A message from the president.

Honoring Outgoing Dean, Dr. Julie Nauser

July 7, 2021

Research College of Nursing celebrates Dean Nauser's contributions to the college after nearly a decade of service.

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Moving forward with hope

April 22, 2021 by Dr. Thad Wilson, RCoN President

A message from the president

RCoN announces fall 2020 Dean's List

March 1, 2021

Congratulations to the following BSN students on being named to the fall 2020 Dean's List.

COVID-19 testing basics

September 2, 2020

If you’re struggling to parse through all of the information about the different COVID-19 tests, you’re not alone.

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RCoN Announces Spring ABSN Dean's List

June 10, 2020

Research College of Nursing (RCoN) is pleased to recognize nursing students who attain academic excellence. Congratulations to the following ...

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

June 3, 2020 by Dr. Thad Wilson, President

Our college lies in the heart of Kansas City. The long-standing inequities deeply embedded in our lives and community have been highlighted by...

Message from the president

March 19, 2020

Dr. Thad Wilson provides a campus update on COVID-19.

RCoN Announces Fall 2019 Dean's List

January 2, 2020

Congratulations to the following traditional BSN students on being named to the fall 2019 Dean's List.

2019 MSN student address

December 14, 2019

I challenge everyone to enter this new chapter of your life broad-minded.

2019 ABSN Student Address

December 14, 2019 by Joey Salomone, BSN ‘19

New graduate nurse shares words of thanks and higher standards

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Nursing leaders made here

August 12, 2019

Innovative nursing education provides an eye-opening lesson on social compassion.

Request for public comments

July 3, 2019

RCoN seeking your feedback in preparation for Missouri State Board of Nursing visit

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2019 BSN Student Address

May 31, 2019 by Christine Hohenshell, BSN ‘19

See what makes our BSN class of 2019 stand out as nursing leaders.

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Answering Healthcare Challenges with Innovation

April 26, 2019

Research Medical Center recently hosted the 20th annual Healthcare and Insurance Industry Outlook with Ingram’s Magazine. Research College of...

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2018 MSN Commencement Address

January 4, 2019 by Namukolo Dolica Wilkinson, MSN, RN

Live the life you’ve imagined, be a hero, and above all else, live a purpose filled life!

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Alumni Spotlight: Randy Lopez BSN ’06 – Caring...

November 2, 2018

Alumni Randy Lopez (BSN ’06) honored by Kansas City Chiefs with the NFL Hispanic Heritage Leadership Award.

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2018 Annual Report

October 23, 2018 by Research College of Nursing

We invite you to learn more about Research College of Nursing as we look back on the previous academic year.

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The Art of Mental Health Nursing

October 12, 2018 by Research College of Nursing

Research College of Nursing student spotlight – Stevie Tierney, BSN ‘19

RCoN International Adventures: Caring for Community

October 5, 2018 by Research College of Nursing

Each year a group of RCoN juniors embarks on an international mission trip. This service learning course provides a rich cultural exchange for...

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2018 Student Address

June 28, 2018 by Arel Roxas

During a school fair at the college, I stumbled upon Rockhurst University and Research College of Nursing. I was told of an opportunity to transfer...

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2017 Student Address

August 9, 2017 by April Everett

My name is April Everett and I am so grateful for the privilege to stand before you today on behalf of my accelerated option class.