Nursing | School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene | University of Hawaii at Manoa

By: Joanne R. Loos "Equity, care, and unwavering commitment to students and colleagues—this was Dr. John Casken." – Professor Alice Tse, who worked with Dr. Casken for more than 30 years. Dr. John Casken served…

December 13, 2024
Alumni, Nursing

Spotlight on a Hawaii Climate Health Hero: Nurse Melveen Camba

In the face of escalating climate challenges, healthcare professionals are stepping up to protect their communities in remarkable ways. One such hero is Melveen Camba, a dedicated nurse, environmental advocate, and leader in occupational and…

Student Activity During A Simulation Exercise

December 12, 2024
HI Interprofessional Education, Nursing, THSSC

Preparing Future Healthcare Professionals for Disasters

The Disaster Aftermath Interprofessional Simulation (DAIS) program returned to in-person training on December 6, 2024, at the UH Manoa Campus Center Ballroom. This marked the first time this complex, emergency preparedness learning activity was held…

December 11, 2024
Nursing, Research

UH Manoa SONDH Welcomes Gary Glauberman as Department Chair

The University of Hawaii at Manoa (UH Manoa) School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene (SONDH) is excited to announce that Dr. Gary Glauberman has been appointed as the new Department Chair of the UH Manoa…

December 3, 2024
Nursing, Research

SONDH Appoints Dr. Donna-Marie Palakiko as Inaugural DEIB Director

The School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene (SONDH) is excited to welcome Dr. Donna-Marie Palakiko, PhD, APRN, as its new Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). A Native Hawaiian nurse scientist and a…

December 3, 2024
Nursing

Allyssa Harris Shares Vision for Diversity in Nursing at Matsuda Speaker Event

Dr. Allyssa Harris, RN, Ph.D., WHNP-BC, Dean of the School of Nursing at Prairie View A&M University, has a story rooted in resilience and vision. From her upbringing as the daughter of an Air…