Blog

BSN Fast Track program begins Our inaugural class of BSN Fast Track students have officially begun their program! The three honorary students are Morgan Burdett, Caleb Wiseman, and Zoe Bergant. Cox College’s BSN Fast Track program allows students to earn their Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing degree in as quickly as three years, and no…

This article was written by Courtney Middle, a student in our Dietetic Internship program.   Nutrition can make or break your fitness goals and workout routines. How well or poorly the body is nourished can have an immense effect on the quality of your exercises and your overall physical health. A well-balanced diet is the…

If you haven’t heard already, the most famous groundhog in the world, Punxsutawney Phil, saw his shadow on Thursday. If you subscribe to the weather predictions of a marmot, that means we have to endure six more weeks of winter. Sorry to break the bad news! We hope everyone stayed safe and warm this week….

This article was written by Twila Anderson, a student in our Nutrition Diagnostics program.    Berries have been described as ‘nature’s candy’ and there are major benefits to including them in your diet. Valentine’s Day is a perfect time to give berries a try and share with your loved one! Antioxidants In our day-to-day life…

We ended 2022 on a happy note with graduation and other celebratory ceremonies. As the page turns to 2023, we embrace a fresh start. Here’s what happened in December!   Commencement On December 16, 138 Cox College students officially became health care professionals! Each journey was uniquely their own. It’s always a privilege to see…

In recognition of outstanding scholastic achievement, the following undergraduate students were placed on the President’s List for the Fall 2022 semester. To be eligible for the President’s List, students had to complete at least 8 credit hours at Cox College and earn a 3.50 GPA or greater. Congratulations from the staff and faculty of Cox…

This article was written by Lexie Buchman, a student in our Nutrition Diagnostics program.    Baking sweets with friends and family around the holidays is a yearly tradition!  This year, I implore all to explore different ingredient substitutions to boost your nutrition.  After all, a vast part of baking is about being creative! Swapping specific…

We hope you enjoyed some time away from work and classes for Thanksgiving. This season of the year reminds us how thankful we are for all of our students, staff, and faculty and the unique impact each has at Cox College. As we wind down the semester, we are looking forward to a month of…

This article was written by Rafailia Vogiatzis, a student in our Nutrition Diagnostics program.   Watch out friends, winter is coming up! This means cold and flu season is creeping up on us. Our immune system is vital in stopping those pesky viruses, colds, or infections from taking over and causing us to get sick….

CoxHealth achieves Magnet Status CoxHealth has earned Magnet status, the highest national and international honor a health care organization can receive for professional nursing practice that supports quality patient outcomes specifically influenced by registered nurses! The Springfield, MO hospitals are the first and only Magnet-designated facilities in the region. To achieve this designation is a…