College of Health News

Wendy stands next to a poster titled "School Nurse" at the 2024 "Stuff the Bus" event. Read More

Student Spotlight: Wendy DeGraffenried – on following your passion and practicing self care

 |  Alison Miller  |  , ,

Master of Nursing Education and Leadership student Wendy DeGraffenried reflects on her educational and professional journey. As a school nurse and adjunct instructor, Wendy found her passion in mentoring other nursing professionals – something that she hopes to carry forward with her as she starts a new chapter.

Elaina Mack wears her UAA jersey (#20) and stands holding the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ State Flag by the upper corners behind her back. Read More

Kinesiology major Elaina Mack shatters Seawolf record in rout over Northwest

 |  Tyler Lane, ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ's News Source  |  , , ,

Elaina Mack, a senior kinesiology major from King Cove, broke school records with 10 successful three-point shots in the Seawolves game against Northwest U. Mack scored a total of 41 points over the course of the game.

Volleyball athletes in green jerseys stand on the court next to faculty. Read More

Serving up appreciation: volleyball athletes honor COH faculty on the court

 |  Alison Miller  |  , , ,

On September 27, the women’s volleyball team invited faculty to join them on the court for Faculty & Staff Appreciation Night. Among the honorees were four standout educators from the College of Health, each nominated by students.

Master of Social Work student MiLee Yu stands on a red bridge with one arm on the railing. In the distance behind the bridge is a waterfall and vegetation on a cliff. Read More

Student Spotlight: MiLee Yu – 2025 BSW Student of the Year

 |  Alison Miller  |  , , , ,

MiLee Yu is a graduate of the ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµâ€™s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. In September 2025, MiLee was awarded the BSW Student of the Year award at the Biennial National Association of Social Workers (NASW) ÐÜèÔÚÏßÊÓÆµ Chapter Conference.

Keely Livingston, MPH student, smiles as she stands in a field of red flowers wearing a flannel shirt. Read More

Graduate student spotlight: Keely Livingston

 |  Jordana Newman  |  , , , ,

From campus food pantries to statewide health initiatives, Keely Livingston is turning passion into purpose. Keely’s journey into public health began with hands-on work in food security during her undergrad years at Montana State and led her to enroll in UAA's Master of Public Health Program.