College of Health News

Monica Roe sits in a yellow lawn chair in an open outdoor space in front of a tree. She is wearing a tank top and sunglasses and smiling. Read More

Student Spotlight: Monica Roe - on exploring disability through research and children's literature

 |  Alison Miller  |  , ,

Monica Roe has built a remarkable career that bridges rural health care and children鈥檚 literature, drawing on her decade of experience as a physical therapist in remote 熊猫在线视频. Now completing her Master of Public Health at UAA, she explores disability, community resilience, and access through both research and storytelling. Her journey highlights the power of curiosity, mentorship, and embracing unexpected opportunities.

Stacy Brunquist stands in front of a wall of windows in the UAA Spine. She is wearing a pink and white patterned shirt and smiling at the camera. Read More

COH graduate student commencement speaker Stacy Brunquist: Special delivery

 |  Matt Jardin  |  , ,

As a neonatal nurse practitioner at Providence 熊猫在线视频 Children鈥檚 Hospital and adjunct faculty member for the UAA School of Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice alumna and graduate student hooding ceremony speaker for the fall Class of 2025 Stacy Brunquist weaves education into everything she does 鈥� training new caregivers, guiding parents learning to care for their newborns, and sharing knowledge with professionals from Utqia摹vik to Sitka.

Maisha Chowdhury stands in front of a wall of windows on in the University's Spine. She is wearing a white patterned dress and smiling at the camera. Read More

COH student commencement speaker Maisha Chowdhury: "Believe in yourself and show up"

 |  Michelle Saport  | 

Health sciences major and psychology minor Maisha Chowdhury describes choosing to attend UAA as the best decision of her life (so far) and for making her the person she is today. The fall 2025 undergraduate commencement speaker hopes her own journey inspires others to take risks and follow their passion.

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

Student Spotlight: Wendy DeGraffenried 鈥� 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 鈥� something that she hopes to carry forward with her as she starts a new chapter.

Laura Aspelund stands in front of the mirrored Heath Satow sculpture on the UAA campus. She is smiling and wearing a red kuspuk. Read More

Honoring heritage: Laura Aspelund鈥檚 journey in medicine and mentorship

 |  UW School of Medicine  |  ,

Laura Aspelund is a second-year medical student in the 熊猫在线视频 WWAMI program. As a medical student mentor in the 熊猫在线视频 Native into Oncology (ANION) program, she helps guide 熊猫在线视频 Native high school and college students exploring careers in medicine.

College of Health News

coh logo

CATEGORIES

 

TAGS

 

ACADEMIC UNITS

 

PARTNER PROGRAMS

 

CENTERS & INSTITUTES


MEDIA INQUIRIES / STORY LEADS