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Sharing Holiday Cheer with Our Students’ Families and Communities

Happy Holidays from Smith Chason College! As a friendly reminder, all Smith Chason College campuses are closed Monday, December 16th, and Monday, January 2nd, to allow our faculty, staff, and students to spend the holidays with their loved ones. We hope all of you take the time this holiday to slow down and celebrate the […]

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Giving Back to Our Communities

Happy Thanksgiving from Smith Chason College! As a friendly reminder, all Smith Chason College and School of Nursing campuses are closed Friday, November 24, and Friday, November 25, 2022, to allow our faculty, staff, and students to spend the holiday with their loved ones. We hope all of you take the time this holiday to […]

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Smith Chason + WCUI 2022 Graduation Ceremonies

  Smith Chason College’s School of Nursing and WCUI School of Medical Imaging campuses were proud to hold graduation ceremonies for the latest nursing and medical imaging graduates this past fall. After a couple of years of virtual graduation ceremonies, we were proud to hold in-person commencements for our 2022 vocational nursing, ultrasound, and MRI […]

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Veterans Day 2022 – How to Support Veterans in Your Community

Friday, November 11th marks Veterans Day, a holiday to honor those who have given their all for our freedom. We would like to take a moment to reflect and thank our veteran students, staff, faculty, alumni, and all who served in uniform, in the past, present, and future for your service, bravery, and dedication to our country. […]

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In Memoriam of Sterling Lombard

It is with a heavy heart to share with the WCUI + Smith Chason community of the sudden and unexpected passing of Sterling Lombard. Sterling was a proud member of the WCUI + Smith Chason family and Financial Aid team at our Phoenix campus. He was a kind, enthusiastic member of our community, always ready […]

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Remembering WCUI and Smith Chason Co-Founder Dr. Neville Smith

Dr. Neville C. W. Smith was a Board Certified Radiologist, Co-Founder of  WCUI School of Medical Imaging and Smith Chason School of Nursing, and Medical Director of Ultrasound Institute Medical Group (UIMG). His contributions and dedication to the healthcare field, have shaped and guided Smith Chason into the school and community we are today. Although […]

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Pros and Cons of Becoming a Licensed Vocational Nurse

A career in nursing not only opens up your job options as the shortage of nurses continues, but it also gives you a way to help others. There are many different educational paths to nursing, but sometimes it is best to get your foot in the door. You can start working and then continue your […]

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Respiratory Skills Competency Training for Nurses – Aug 12

Precision Care Management is hosting a Respiratory Skills Competency Training for Subacute Care to provide basic respiratory management training skills for our Smith Chason nurses. The training will take place on Friday, August 12th from  7:30 am to 4:30 pm in-person at our Ontario Campus! About the Respiratory Skills Competency Training for Nurses – 8 […]

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Juneteenth 2022

WHAT  IS JUNETEETH? Happy Juneteenth Day! Juneteenth, the African American holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, is now a federal holiday. This came into effect last year when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. Smith Chason School of Nursing and other federal institutions will be […]

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Memorial Day 2022

Memorial Day & its Importance Memorial Day is usually a day of pool parties, cookouts, and lots of fun. However, we want to remind you that the true meaning of Memorial Day is much more than an “opening day” for the summer. Throughout American history, many people have dedicated their lives to the country, risking […]

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