The Senator Daily

Rereading Nature
Henry David Thoreau famously said that he “went to the woods” because he “wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if […]

Davis & Elkins College Welcomes Keynote Speakers During Commencement Weekend
Davis & Elkins College proudly welcomes three distinguished keynote speakers during events taking place amid Commencement Weekend on Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10. During the College’s Nurses’ Pinning Ceremony, Baccalaureate Service, […]

Reflecting Along the Journey
Thousands of lifelong friendships have been born on the campus of Davis & Elkins College. At a holiday dinner for international students this past December, Lisa and I met two first-year students whose […]

Top Nursing Career Paths and Specializations for 2025
Navigating the many nursing careers and specializations can be overwhelming. This guide will help you understand the diverse opportunities available, from entry-level roles to advanced practice specialties. Learn about the necessary qualifications, job […]

A Change in Direction
“Come play for me.” Hearing those words, Isabella (Bella) Martinelli changed directions. She had been prepared to start school at a small college in Wisconsin, ready to play lacrosse and major in Nursing; […]

Top Pediatric Nursing Specialties and Career Paths Explained
Curious about the different pediatric nursing specialties and career paths? Pediatric nursing includes diverse roles, such as neonatal care, oncology, and intensive care. This article explores these specialties and the educational pathways to […]

D&E Recognizes Outstanding Achievements with Academic Awards and Recognition Convocation
On Tuesday, April 15th, a wealth of students, organizations, faculty members, and additional honorees of Davis & Elkins College were presented with awards for outstanding achievements in their respective categories during the annual […]

The Small Things Make a Big Difference
Sometimes it’s tough to break with tradition. For Harmony Wilson, that break meant attending college somewhere other than Davis & Elkins, as three generations of her family had already gone here. “D&E was […]

Davis & Elkins College Receives $80,000 in Gifts to Strengthen Naylor Learning Center
Davis & Elkins College is thrilled to announce two generous gifts totaling $80,000 to support the Naylor Learning Center, a crucial resource that helps students excel academically. The contributions come from […]

Reflecting Along the Journey
At Davis & Elkins College, student success is not just a goal—it is the heart of everything we do. Often, the secret ingredient to that success is not found in a textbook or […]

Top Opportunities in Research Nursing: A Comprehensive Career Guide
Research nursing offers diverse career paths and significant opportunities for growth. This field allows nurses to contribute to clinical trials, advance public health, and shape future nursing practices. In this article, we’ll explore […]

A More Balanced Man
Lots of children enjoy going to work with a parent—seeing what it is that they do for a living. When your father is a singer and tours with the Oak Ridge Boys, Willie […]



