Cox College

Cox College Cox College is a health sciences institution in Springfield, Missouri.

06/03/2026

As the transition from Cox College to The Alliance for Health Care Education continues, the Cox College signage is scheduled to be removed on July 13. While the name on the building is changing, our commitment to students remains the same. This change will not affect students' progress toward their educational goals, and we look forward to seeing them continue to grow into the next generation of health care professionals.

Cox College will be closed for Memorial Day as we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in ser...
05/25/2026

Cox College will be closed for Memorial Day as we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

https://coxcollege.edu/spring-2026-presidents-list/Congratulations to the students placed on the President's List for Sp...
05/18/2026

https://coxcollege.edu/spring-2026-presidents-list/
Congratulations to the students placed on the President's List for Spring 2026 for their outstanding academic achievements. Your hard work and dedication to excellence in healthcare education truly stand out. We’re proud of you!

Another Cox College Commencement is in the books as 167 graduates officially crossed the stage Friday morning, May 15, a...
05/17/2026

Another Cox College Commencement is in the books as 167 graduates officially crossed the stage Friday morning, May 15, at the O’Reilly Family Event Center on the campus of Drury University—ready to begin careers that will impact the lives of patients and communities for years to come.

The ceremony opened with greetings from Stuart Lipscomb on behalf of the Cox College Board of Trustees, followed by a welcome from Dr. Sonya Hayter, President of Cox College.

This year’s commencement address was delivered by Kacie Craig, former director of the Associate of Science in Radiography program and current Family Programming Advisor for The Cute Syndrome Foundation and Patient Advocate Consultant.

Drawing from Craig's experiences as both a healthcare professional and the mother of a child with a rare genetic disorder, she reminded graduates that while skill and clinical knowledge are vital, compassion and humanity are what patients remember most.

Through deeply personal stories, Craig reflected on the small acts of kindness from healthcare workers that helped her family through some of their most difficult moments—moments that left a lasting impact.

Her message to the Class of 2026 was both simple and profound: what you do in healthcare matters, but who you are matters just as much.

Congratulations to all of our graduates. We are proud of all you have accomplished and cannot wait to see the difference you will make in the world.

The Student Nurses’ Association of Cox College presented the Spring 2026 Nightingale Pinning Ceremony on Thursday, May 1...
05/16/2026

The Student Nurses’ Association of Cox College presented the Spring 2026 Nightingale Pinning Ceremony on Thursday, May 14, at Spence Chapel on the campus of Evangel University.

The ceremony honored our graduating nursing students and celebrated the dedication, perseverance, and compassion that have guided them throughout their journey to becoming nurses.
Student Recognition Awards

Twenty students across the ASN Day, ASN Nights/Weekend, BSN, and BSN Accelerated programs were honored for their outstanding achievements in clinical excellence, professionalism, leadership, compassion, and service:
ASN Day Program
• Compassion: Sophia Bleau
• Service: Sean Poppe
• Professionalism: Anastasiia Ivaniuc
• Leadership: Caitlin Powell
• Clinical Excellence: Christopher Franklin
ASN Nights & Weekend
• Compassion: Rebecca Wallace
• Service: Samuel Williams
• Professionalism: Paige Aiello-Murphy
• Leadership: Jessica Josephsen
• Clinical Excellence: Bailey Clark
BSN
• Compassion: Rachel Chaney
• Service: Hailey Smith
• Professionalism: Samantha Dobbs
• Leadership: Kelsie Satterfield
• Clinical Excellence: Jordyn Smith
BSN Accelerated
• Compassion: Kimberly Mooneyham
• Service: Lauren Tobie, currently serving in the military
• Professionalism: Stevie Flottmann
• Leadership: Jason Graham
• Clinical Excellence: Brandi Cline

The DAISY Awards
The DAISY Award for Outstanding Nursing Educator was presented to Professor Kathy Pittman for her dedication, compassion, and unwavering support of her students during a season of significant transition and change.

“Professor Pittman has remained a steady source of encouragement, consistently showing up for her students with passion, resilience, and care. Her impact extends far beyond the classroom, reminding students they are capable, supported, and not alone.”

The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Students was presented to Sophie Bleau, who demonstrated compassionate patient care while treating others with kindness, respect, and empathy.

“Her dedication, teamwork, and caring spirit make her truly deserving of this recognition—and she will undoubtedly make an exceptional nurse.”

CRNA Golden Ticket Awards
Each semester, faculty select four students—two from the ASN program and two from the BSN program—to receive the Missouri State University (MSU) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Golden Ticket recommendation. Students who receive this distinction are granted an automatic interview for the highly competitive MSU CRNA program upon meeting eligibility requirements. Of the hundreds of applicants each year, only 60 are selected to interview, with just 30 ultimately admitted into the program.

ASN recipients: Lauren Dahle and Bailey Clark
BSN recipients: Emily Goddard and Alexa Delani Richart

The evening concluded with the traditional pinning ceremony, as friends, family, and faculty presented each graduate with their nursing pin—symbolizing the beginning of their professional journey in nursing.

Graduates then joined together in reciting the Nightingale Pledge, led by Professor Angela Ford, followed by the Blessing of the Hands prayer led by Professor Rachel Hodge.

Many thanks to the SNA officers—President Macie Vestal; Vice President and Fundraising Coordinator Krystal Hill; Secretary Daniel Valentino; and SNA Assistant Elaina Pingle—for planning the ceremony.

A special thank you to Lisa Alexander and the CoxHealth Foundation for sponsoring the event and supporting the scholarships made available through the Foundation.

We proudly congratulate all of our nursing graduates. Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to patient care embody the very best of the nursing profession, and we look forward to seeing the impact you will make in the lives of others.

The Cox College Occupational Therapy Department celebrated a historic milestone with the first pinning ceremony for its ...
05/16/2026

The Cox College Occupational Therapy Department celebrated a historic milestone with the first pinning ceremony for its doctoral program on Thursday evening, May 14, at Cox South.

As the first cohort in Cox College history to earn an Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) degree, these students have already made a meaningful impact through national presentation acceptances, advanced clinical expertise, leadership service positions, entrepreneurial initiatives, and the development of sustainable programs serving special populations across multiple states.

Surrounded by friends, family, faculty, and mentors, students celebrated the culmination of years of hard work, research, and dedication as they prepare to begin the next chapter of their professional journey.

We congratulate each of our graduates and look forward to seeing the difference they will make in the lives of their patients and communities.

The final cohort of the Cox College ASR program gathered Thursday evening, May 14, for their pinning ceremony at the Fou...
05/16/2026

The final cohort of the Cox College ASR program gathered Thursday evening, May 14, for their pinning ceremony at the Fountain Plaza Room. Surrounded by friends, family, and faculty, students celebrated the culmination of their hard work and dedication as they prepare to begin their careers in radiography.

We congratulate each of our graduates and wish them continued success as they move forward into the profession.

The Cox College Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) and Master of Nutrition Diagnostics (MND) Graduate Showcase was pre...
05/16/2026

The Cox College Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) and Master of Nutrition Diagnostics (MND) Graduate Showcase was presented Thursday afternoon, March 14th, at the Ozark Room at the Meyer Center. The event brought together friends, family, faculty, clinicians, and community members to celebrate the advanced scholarly work of our students.

MND students presented evidence-based research focused on holistic nutritional care, while OTD students showcased the outcomes of extensive capstone projects developed through months of research, collaboration, mentorship, and hands-on community experience.

The OTD presentations highlighted innovative work in program development, patient education, research, and community outreach—demonstrating how occupational therapy can create meaningful impact for individuals and underserved populations. Several projects have already received acceptance for national dissemination, with students earning recognition for advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and entrepreneurial innovation.

As the first cohort in Cox College history to earn an OTD degree, these students are helping shape the future of the profession through evidence-based practice and real-world application.

We are incredibly proud of our students, faculty, mentors, and advisors for all they have accomplished. Congratulations to all of our graduates on this outstanding achievement!

Happy Nurses Week! We’re proud to celebrate the compassion, skill, and dedication of nurses who make a difference every ...
05/07/2026

Happy Nurses Week! We’re proud to celebrate the compassion, skill, and dedication of nurses who make a difference every day. While we recognize them this week, their impact is felt and appreciated all year long.

Spring 2026 Commencement, a milestone celebrating the achievements of our graduates as they prepare to enter the healthc...
05/05/2026

Spring 2026 Commencement, a milestone celebrating the achievements of our graduates as they prepare to enter the healthcare workforce, will take place Friday, May 15, at 10:00 a.m. at the O’Reilly Family Event Center on the campus of Drury University (Central and Summit). Doors open at 9:00 a.m.

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