Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions - University of Southern Indiana

From here we soar!

The Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions helps build the healthcare workforce by equipping our graduates with the knowledge, critical thinking skills and experience needed to be successful and excel in their careers.

We are known for excellent, affordable healthcare education delivered by compassionate and competent faculty and staff who guide students on every step of their educational journeys. Students in our College gain invaluable knowledge outside the classroom through a variety of clinical experiences and internship opportunities.

Our vision is a simple but powerful one: Healthy communities for all.

About the College

Discover how we are preparing our graduates for the dynamic healthcare landscape.

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Prospective Students

Get started on your path to a healthcare degree at USI.

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Advising Center

We are your biggest advocates, committed to helping you navigate your academic journey.

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Study Abroad

A global perspective enhances communication skills, cultural competence and adaptability–key qualities in delivering quality, empathetic healthcare.

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Clinical Simulation Center

A safe, modern environment for students to practice newly-gained skills before entering the clinical setting.

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Themed Learning Community

Come live and learn on campus with other students with healthcare-related majors.

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National Nurse Practitioner Week

This week, we’re proud to spotlight some of our incredible MSN graduates who are making a real impact in healthcare.

Building the Future of Healthcare

We are adding new classrooms, updated labs and state-of-the-art equipment while also transforming the building's exterior and entrance to campus.

Dental Hygiene Month

Our dental hygiene faculty and staff celebrated National Dental Hygiene Month in October.

Free Ultrasounds for Expectant Mothers

Our Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is offering non-diagnostic ultrasounds to expectant mothers in their second or third trimester (18-34 weeks pregnant) on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons through December 4.

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Dr. Joy Cook Named Lifetime Member of ISRT

Dr. Joy Cook, Associate Professor and Chair of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences, has been named a lifetime member of the Indiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (ISRT) in recognition of her outstanding service to the organization and the radiologic technology profession.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Leaders Program

Sarah McSparin of Eldorado, Illinois, is one of only 22 students from across the United States selected for the 2025 Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Foundation Emerging Leaders Program.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

2024 Grad Advocates for Older Adults

Laisha Gonzalez Ramos learned at a young age that many older adults need healthcare advocates. Now that she graduated from USI with her bachelor’s degree in health administration, she is well on her way to being an agent for change for this vulnerable population.

Health Administration

ASRT Student to Leadership Program

Grace Range ’26 was named one of two students from Indiana to participate in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Student to Leadership Development Program for 2025.

Radiologic and Imaging Sciences

Fellow of the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Amy Wilson, Clinical Professor and Chair of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, was named a Fellow of the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS). She has been a member of the SDMS since 2005 and has over 30 years of sonography experience.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Distinguished Fellow of the NAP

Dr. Jennifer Evans, Assistant Dean and Chief Nurse Administrator, has been accepted as a Distinguished Fellow of the Nursing Academy for the National Academies of Practice (NAP). The NAP is a non-profit organization founded in 1981 to advise governmental bodies on healthcare issues.

Nursing

Outstanding Dietitian of the Year

Dr. Beth Young was named 2025 Outstanding Dietitian of the Year by the Indiana Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Chair of USI's Food and Nutrition Program, she started teaching as an adjunct instructor in 2007 and has been a valued member of the full-time faculty for the past 13 years.

Food and Nutrition

Alum, Current Instructor Achievements

Jordan Thomason '13, MBA '25, Instructor in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, is the recipient of the 2025 Kinney College Excellence in Teaching Award and the USI Foundation Outstanding Teaching by New Faculty Award.

DMS Program

Bronstein Center for Healthy Aging and Wellness

Dedicated to advancing the understanding of aging and promoting the well being of older adults through interdisciplinary education, research and engaged partnerships.

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Continuing Education

Offering live, virtual, online, hybrid and independent study programs, all designed to accommodate the diverse needs and schedules of our participants.

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USI Dental Clinic

A state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing an excellent experiential learning environment to dental hygiene students while also providing oral healthcare services to the community.

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Southwest Indiana Area Health Education Center

The mission of Southwest Indiana AHEC is to improve health by recruiting, educating and retaining healthcare professionals in underserved communities.

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