Capstone College of Nursing

Study Highlights Link Between Depressive Symptoms and Stroke Risk

Study Highlights Link Between Depressive Symptoms and Stroke Risk

People with multiple depressive symptoms have an increased risk for stroke, according to findings from a collaborative study led by investigators at The University of Alabama and The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Izzey DeCarlo, Jessica Compton, Abigail Cooney, Rachael Castillo and Skylar Devers posing for a picture.

Nursing Students Empower Peers through Mentoring Program

During the spring, following a series of student events across campus and at CCN, five nursing students stepped up to the plate to address student mental well-being and identify ways to help.

Lady stands in front of U-Haul full of supplies.

Sending Relief to Hometown Hit by Hurricane Laura

Sophomore Kana Webb’s hometown of Lake Charles, Louisiana, was devastated by Hurricane Laura. Her relief efforts on the UA campus sent hundreds of dollars in donated supplies to those affected.

CCN faculty and staff attending the College Assembly via Zoom.

College of Nursing Develops Creative Means for Delivering Content

The Capstone College of Nursing had the unique challenge of creating comparable clinical nursing experiences though a virtual medium.

UA Team to Build Opioid Prevention, Recovery Network in State

UA Team to Build Opioid Prevention, Recovery Network in State

A University of Alabama-led team of researchers is ready to implement a robust opioid prevention, treatment and recovery network in the state.

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UA Kick-Starts Six Projects Related to COVID-19 and Future Pandemics

Six projects designed to deepen understanding of the coronavirus pandemic and future pandemics and positively influence society will receive seed funding from The University of Alabama.

The Rickenbacker family posing for a portrait.

Distance Learning Student Finds Inspiration in 11 Children

Sarah Rickenbacker’s journey to a UA degree was motivated by the love and support of her family, which includes 11 children.

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UA Dean of Nursing Sets Example for Healthy Lifestyle

After years of failed attempts, Capstone College of Nursing Dean Suzanne Prevost discovered a way to get past her weight loss plateau and make lasting improvement to her health.

UA President Stuart R. Bell speaking at a commencement ceremony.

UA to Hold 2019 Fall Commencement Exercises Dec. 14

The University of Alabama will hold its fall commencement exercises Saturday, Dec. 14, at Coleman Coliseum on the UA campus.

UA Faculty Receive Major Funding to Combat Opioid Crisis

UA Faculty Receive Major Funding to Combat Opioid Crisis

Two UA faculty members and their teams recently received a combined $3.8 million to fund their work in fighting opioid use disorder.