The University of Tulsa Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences

09/08/2026

Today is International Literacy Day! 📚

Literacy goes beyond the ability to read and write. It extends to health literacy and patient education.

Here are just a few ways nurses support health literacy every day:

💊 Reviewing prescription drug instructions with patients
🍎 Sharing recommendations for healthy lifestyle behaviors
🖥️ Showing patients how to access online health records
🔁 Translating medical information for patients who speak English as a second language (ESL)

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸 Today, we're especially grateful for the healthcare workers who keep communities healthy and strong.

09/03/2026

These grad students are doing great things on campus and beyond! Meet some of the talented students in our Speech-Path program:

09/03/2026

What careers can you pursue with a bachelor's degree in nursing? You might be surprised by just how many there are.
From public health to travel nursing and nonclinical positions like recruiting, BSN careers range from hands-on nursing to non-bedside positions.

08/31/2026

It's the last day of National Wellness Month! 😴

How you choose to unwind after a long shift can help you feel more rested the next day and throughout the week. Next time you need to decompress after work, try this routine:

♫ Listen to calming music on the way home
🚿 Take a warm shower or draw a bath
🕯️ Light a candle with a soothing scent
🧘🏻‍♀️ Do some light body stretches
🍵 Prepare a cup of herbal tea

What are your go-to ways to unwind after work?

08/28/2026

Getting adjusted to your first nursing role may take some time. When in doubt, invest in self-care with the T.U.L.S.A. method:

🇹 Take breaks
🇺 Unwind
🇱 Lean on support
🇸 Stay active
🇦 Appreciate moments

Head over to our blog post to get more tips for new nurses:

Examine various tips for new nurses to use to reduce anxiety and mitigate the potential of nurse burnout.

08/26/2026

Today is National Women's Equality Day! 💪

Here's to the powerful women who've made their voices heard in the fight for gender equality.

08/24/2026

It's week four of National Wellness Month! 💃 Work-life balance is the first line of defense against burnout. What's your go-to hobby?

🧘‍♀️ Weekly fitness class
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family activities
🎮 Games at home
🤝 Volunteer work

Drop your favorite fun activity in the comments.

08/22/2026

They're ready to help shape the future of the UTulsa student experience!
Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences seniors Bruce Bigler and Archit Dash will serve as the Student Government Association president and vice president for 2026-27. With a shared focus on unity and creating opportunities for students to thrive, they're bringing the leadership skills they've developed at UTulsa into their new roles.
They're both majoring in biological science, and they both have ambitious career goals. We can’t wait to see the impact they make on our campus community prior to graduation!

08/21/2026

Career Spotlight: Population Health Nursing 👥

These nurses go beyond one-on-one patient care to support the health and well-being of entire communities.

Population health nurses work to keep the public informed about potential health risks and provide vital resources to underserved populations.

Visit our blog post to read the full career spotlight:

What is population health nursing? Find out more about the nurse specialists who oversee community health and wellness.