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Fitness Facts: Hyperhidrosis
By Connie Colbert Director, Canyon Health and Wellness Clinic Do you feel as if you have excessive sweating even when you are not hot? Are your palms or soles of your feet often sweaty, causing...
View Article#Askingforafriend: Step off those well-worn paths and be more mindful
By Nate Bowman GCU Office of Student Care #Askingforafriend I’ve been hearing a lot about mindfulness lately. “Be more mindful. You should get this mindfulness app!” But why? What does mindfulness do?...
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No joke: Comedian Bill Engvall becomes GCU grad
Comedian Bill Engvall said he always regretted never finishing college. He is graduating from GCU with his bachelor’s degree in Christian Studies. By Lana Sweeten-Shults GCU News Bureau A comedian, an...
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Family surprises grad with backyard Commencement
Monica Peterson’s family, including husband Michael (right), surprised her with a backyard Commencement ceremony. GCU News Bureau The family wore GCU gear and arranged a drive-by parade, set up a...
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For 30 years, she never quit on her college dream
Rosemary Zuniga (left) made a promise to her daughter Mariah that she would never quit trying to attain her degree. They are shown here on Zuniga’s wedding night 16 years ago. By Mike Kilen GCU News...
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Hall of Famers surprised by honor despite success
Rachel Winkler Editor’s note: Reprinted from the April issue of GCU Magazine. For the digital version of the magazine, click here. By Ashlee Larrison GCU Magazine The 2021 inductees into the Grand...
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Road to success: GCU grad aids her Navajo Nation
Stacy Etsitty was determined to return to her hometown of Rabbit Brush, near Navajo, New Mexico, after receiving her associate degree. And now, with her bachelor’s degree from GCU, she’s still doing...
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Despite challenges, online students reach finish line
From back yards to beaches, Grand Canyon University students from across the nation celebrated their graduation with a virtual Commencement ceremony on Saturday. GCU News Bureau Their Commencement...
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Students sweep top awards at microbiology conference
GCU News Bureau It was a sweep of the top spots for Grand Canyon University in oral research presentations at the 60th annual meeting of the Arizona and Southern Nevada branch of the American Society...
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Honors students make memories on mission trip
The mission trip to Mexico was a welcome opportunity after the pandemic forced the cancellation of any such trips last year. By Ashlee Larrison GCU News Bureau Compassion. It’s a word that is...
View Article#Askingforafriend: Do I need to forgive people who have wronged me?
By Nate Bowman GCU Office of Student Care #Askingforafriend Forgiveness can be a bit confusing. It can feel like a weak, passive undertaking that minimizes pain and excuses hurtful behavior. But all...
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GCU students earn 100% NCLEX first-time pass rate
GCU nursing students staffed the observation area at the Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center COVID-19 vaccination site in Sun City West earlier this year. They achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the...
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Fitness Facts: Corneal abrasion
By Connie Colbert GCU Director of Health Services Connie Colbert A corneal abrasion is a scratch or scrape to the cornea of the eye. The cornea is the transparent part of the eye that covers the front...
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Why summer school became a hot choice this year
Hundreds of students live on campus this summer, and events such as Wednesday’s Feeling Fan-Cactus keep them stocked with fun freebies. Story by Mike Kilen Photos by Garrett Ohrenberg GCU News Bureau...
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Recent Honors College graduate is a go-go-go-getter
By Ashlee Larrison GCU News Bureau “Are you truly doing your best?” Dante DeSimone is a full-time project manager at Intel. That was a question Dante DeSimone constantly would ask himself. “Never be...
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Students can’t wait to welcome back Welcome Week
The joy of a previous Welcome Week was on the faces of volunteers. By Mike Kilen GCU News Bureau One of the first signs that Grand Canyon University expects to be back to full speed this fall is...
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How GCU helps grads make a case for law school
Getting into law school can be a balancing act as students study for courses and law school entrance exams, but GCU’s pre-law program has been a steadying influence. By Mike Kilen GCU News Bureau Jacob...
View ArticleFitness Facts: The heat is on … hydrate!
By Dr. Maggie Sabay Nurse Practitioner, Canyon Health and Wellness Clinic The Phoenix heat is here. We are always reminded to use sunscreen, but now let’s talk about hydration. Dehydration is defined...
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GCU student researcher accepted to top grad school
Madison Strong was the first Grand Canyon University student to join La Belle Lab, doing research alongside Biomedical Engineering Professor Dr. Jeff La Belle. Her research background helped her get...
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It’s all about the family for SIS scholarship winners
Families had emotional reactions Tuesday and Wednesday nights to winning a Students Inspiring Students scholarship. (Photo by Alan Cisneros) By Mike Kilen GCU News Bureau They brought along brothers...
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