Joyce University Nursing Students Support Community Health Fair in Utah

Compassion in action through education, connection, and community care

SALT LAKE CITY, UT — Students from Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences recently participated in a community health fair hosted by Catholic Community Services, engaging with community members through health education, screenings, and support.

As part of their population health coursework, students conducted blood pressure and glucose screenings under faculty guidance, while offering clear, accessible education on conditions such as hypertension and diabetes. Educational materials used visual elements to support understanding across languages and cultures.

Approximately 50 individuals attended the event, representing diverse backgrounds including Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, Congo, Venezuela, Iraq, Iran, and Burundi. The experience highlighted the importance of culturally responsive care and communication that meets individuals where they are.

In addition to screenings, attendees were connected to resources available on-site. Information and assistance related to health coverage were available, and representatives were present to share information and assist eligible individuals with the application process for continuous glucose monitoring devices. Blood pressure monitors were also donated to individuals with elevated readings to support ongoing monitoring at home.

“This experience helps students understand that care extends beyond screening,” said Hafsa Abdikadir, faculty member at Joyce University who helps lead community-based learning experiences. “It is about ensuring understanding, building trust, and helping individuals take the next step in managing their health.”

The event builds on ongoing collaboration with Catholic Community Services, which provides opportunities for students to engage in community-based health education with refugee populations. These experiences align with clinical learning objectives and provide real-world exposure to population health practice.

This effort was supported by Joyce University faculty and team members who contributed their time and resources to help make the event possible.

Experiences like this provide students with meaningful, real-world exposure to community-based care while reinforcing the importance of communication, cultural awareness, and meeting individuals where they are.

• ABOUT JOYCE UNIVERSITY

  Founded in 1979, Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences’ mission is to prepare students to serve as competent professionals, to advance their careers, and to pursue lifelong learning. Located in Draper, Utah, Joyce University is proud to have helped thousands of students across the US graduate and launch lasting healthcare careers. With a recent expansion of its pre-licensure programs to select regional locations, including Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Kentucky, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Michigan, Missouri, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin, Joyce University enables aspiring nurses in these regions to access the same high-quality education and opportunities that have defined the institution for decades. Join them as they continue to shape the future of healthcare, one student at a time.

  Joyce University is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) for the Associate of Science in Nursing degree program and by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degree programs.