The Senator Daily

How Long Does It Take to Become a Nurse Practitioner? Tips from Davis & Elkins
How Long Does It Take to Become a Nurse Practitioner? Fast-Track to Your Certification Every year, thousands embark on the journey to become nurse practitioners, a role critical to our healthcare system. […]

How to Get Into A Nursing Program: Expert Tips
How to Get Into A Nursing Program: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Nurses Striving to join the ranks of healthcare heroes? The path to a nursing career begins with gaining admission to a […]

Balancing Life and Nursing School: From Stress to Success
Balancing Life and Nursing School: From Stress to Success Nearly 70% of nursing students report feeling overwhelmed by the demands of their studies while trying to maintain a semblance of a personal life. […]

Davis & Elkins College Welcomes Five New Board Members
Davis & Elkins College welcomes five new Board of Trustee Members to enhance the College’s oversight, governance, and leadership strategies. These members include Sarah Biller, Dr. Kimberly M. Farry, Barbara A. Porter, Nico […]

Which nursing specialties are in high demand?
Which Nursing Specialties Are in High Demand? Exploring Opportunities and Career Paths In healthcare, where patient needs constantly evolve, some nursing specialties stand out more than others. While all nurses play critical […]

Davis & Elkins College Alumnus Elected Chair of the Board of Trustees
Davis & Elkins College Board of Trustees has elected David (Dave) E. Cutlip as the new Chairman of the Board of Trustees, effective July 1, 2024. Cutlip is an alumnus of Davis & […]

Davis & Elkins College Changing Lives: Spotlight on Hannah Phillips
A rising senior from Coalton, West Virginia with a double major in elementary education and special education, Hannah Phillips works in the Admission office as a student ambassador. She enjoys sharing her love […]

Davis & Elkins College Associate Professor of Sport Science and Compliance Coordinator for Athletics Appointed as Athletic Director
Davis & Elkins College Associate Professor of Sport Science and Compliance Coordinator for Athletics, Jennifer Riggleman, Ed.D., has been appointed by President Chris A. Wood as D&E’s Athletic Director, effective July 1. Riggleman […]

Davis & Elkins College Alumna Completes $5 Million Pledge Toward Glory Residence Hall
Davis & Elkins College Class of 1974 alumna Kathy (Dunbar) Ramsdell has paid in full the $5 million pledge made to the Creating Home: It Takes a Village Capital Campaign. The payment, totaling […]

D&E Alumnus Awarded Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award for Community Engagement
Davis & Elkins College Class of 2022 alumnus Alessandro Trujillo has been awarded the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award (Sullivan Award) upon graduation. The award is typically granted to a graduating senior who displays […]

Self-Care for Nursing Students: Tips for Staying Well While Studying
Self-Care for Nursing Students: Tips for Staying Well While Studying Balancing the rigorous demands of nursing school with personal well-being can feel overwhelming. On one side, there’s the endless stream of exams, clinical […]

How to Prepare for a Nursing School Interview: Success Awaits
Navigating the path to becoming a nurse involves several key milestones, with the nursing school interview standing out as a pivotal moment. Historically, this process has sifted aspiring nurses, gauging not just academic […]



