CT State Community College Three Rivers won first place in the faculty category for Poster presentations at OADN on Saturday.

Their project revamped nursing clinical paperwork to better support student learning and clinical judgment skills. Faculty identified gaps in consistency, relevance, and organization, then redesigned forms using the Clinical Judgment Measurement Model. One year later, both students and faculty reported clearer expectations, stronger preparation for clinicals, and more meaningful connections between coursework and real-world practice.

For a fourth consecutive year, the Hispanic Health Council is working in collaboration with the Maria Torres Emerging Artists Foundation (MTEAF) to provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
This year's event will celebrate the fusion of Native American, Caribbean, African, and Spanish cultures in a night of ancestral power, rhythm, and unity.
The gala unfolds in a grand sacred circle to symbolize harmony among diverse heritages. From the moment guests arrive, they’re immersed in a journey through vibrant traditions, each interwoven into a seamless tapestry of music, dance, and storytelling.
"Cultura Viva” becomes the soul of the evening — a live, breathing tribute to Latino culture in all its diversity and depth. This is not just a show — it’s a reclamation of history, a dance through diaspora, and a celebration of living heritage that honors Indigenous ancestry, African influence, Caribbean passion, and Spanish flair.
This gala doesn't separate these identities — it merges them, honoring how they’ve shaped modern Latino culture across music, food, dance, and spirit.

The Hispanic Health Council has selected Tina Loarte-Rodriguez, DNP, RN, CPPS, CPHRM, Executive Director of The Connecticut Center for Nursing Workforce, as an Emerging Leader.
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​Tina will be recognized at the gala.