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Medical assistants, also known as "clinical assistants," are the healthcare professionals who help keep hospitals, doctor’s offices, and clinics running smoothly. They complete a variety of administrative and clinical tasks…
Guide to Medical Assisting career pathsMedical administrators are responsible for making sure that healthcare facilities are operating efficiently. They perform the administrative tasks needed to keep clinics and hospitals functioning, and this allows doctors…
Guide to Medical administration career pathsDental assistants are qualified individuals who provide patient care and support as dentists perform procedures and routine exams. They are an integral part of the dental team; they work alongside dental hygienists…
Guide to Dental assisting career pathsA registered nurse (RN) is a healthcare professional who has completed the necessary education and training to obtain a nursing license, allowing them to practice nursing within their jurisdiction. RNs play a crucial role…
Guide to Nursing career pathsNursing assistants, also called nurses’ aides or CNAs, are the individuals who assist patients with activities of daily living and other healthcare needs. They can work in many different settings. Most nursing assistants work…
Guide to Nursing Assisting career pathsPursuing a career as a veterinary technician or assistant can be an excellent option for animal-lovers seeking a more affordable and accelerated degree program that doesn't require attending veterinary medical school. The veterinary technician…
Guide to Veterinary Assisting and Technology career pathsThe ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Academic Building was held on August 21, 2026. The new building is an entirely student-dedicated space.
The Janie McCamey Larkin Endowed Scholarship for Working Adults was established by Mary Cansler Jones to honor the life of Larkin, who herself earned her degree later in life.
The grant, which comes from the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, will provide the university with resources to support military connected students with mental health support and enhanced outcomes.
The grant is the second the Eaton Charitable Fund has given to the university in support of its David and Mary Ellen Wright School of Engineering and Computer Science.
The Center for Teaching and Learning will create opportunities for faculty development and student achievement.
The gift comes from Bob and Paula McEniry and will rename the School of Business to the McEniry School of Business, Education and Humanities.
The new articulation agreements between community colleges in the TBR College System of Tennessee and Belmont University will expand opportunities for students who are pursuing an Associate of Science in Teaching degree in K–5 Elementary Education or Middle School Education to continue on to a bachelor degree program at Belmont University.
The new Honors College launched on August 1, 2026, and includes the Honors Program, the President's Emerging Leaders Program, the Office of Global Education and Competitive Fellowships, the Office of Undergraduate Research and Innovative Learning, and the Office of Community-Engaged Learning.
Dr. Debra Daniels, a Delta College alumna, was the recipient of the 2026 Michigan Community College Association Alumni Award for her long career of community college education work.
The partnership will expand emergency medical technician training and strengthen the community’s public safety workforce.
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