Villains like Darth Vader and the Joker, and heroes like the Lone Ranger or Batman share one physical characteristic. Whether for evil or good, they all don the power and mystery of the mask! Only seven months ago, if you were asked you to name someone who wears a mask, besides your doctor or nurse, at least one of these superheroes or villains might have been top of mind. Today is different. Today, you’d most likely name your friend or family member, first—undoubtedly, you’d say yourself!

For many, social distancing has become a way of life—particularly, as we adhere to safety measures meant to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For many, social distancing has become a way of life—particularly, as we adhere to safety measures meant to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, this popular term is not a new one. According to the article below, the origins of social distancing can be traced back to 1831.

Throughout the past several months, the word quarantine has become a regular part of our vocabulary. Undoubtedly, you have also heard the words isolate or isolation, as they relate to having been exposed to COVID-19. However, some still may be unsure about how quarantine and isolation differ. Although both are public health measures meant to keep the public and our communities safe from a contagion like COVID-19, they are very different.  Throughout the past several months, the word quarantine has become a regular part of our vocabulary.

Rebecca Schamel was in the preceptorship of her nursing program at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing when the pandemic hit. Rather than finish their preceptorships in the hospital, nursing students were given two options: work through case studies online or volunteer at a COVID-19 testing site for BJC HealthCare. Schamel, who grew up in a family of nurses, volunteered. Rebecca Schamel was in the preceptorship of her nursing program at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing when the pandemic hit.

This past weekend we lost two icons who were pivotal in advancing civil rights, Rep. John Lewis and Rev. Cordy Tindell Vivian. Both were spiritual leaders who studied theology at American Baptist College in Nashville, Tennessee. Both were inspired by the teachings of Gandhi and advocated for peace. WEDNESDAY WORD: Good Trouble

Words. Words can change lives. Words. Words can change lives. Over the past several months, we’ve frequently heard, “Health Disparities, Physical Distancing versus Social Distancing, Food Deserts, Systemic Racism – to name a few. But do you know what they really mean? Do you know how they impact our communities and the future of nursing? Would you just like to learn more about the word or phrase? Our experiences over the past several months have taught us a lot about ourselves and our communities. We’re working, learning and communicating differently.

One of the most prized possessions that new students receive at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing is their first stethoscope. It comes inside a “health assessment” tote bag with other items they will soon learn how to use. One of the most prized possessions that new students receive at Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing is their first stethoscope. It comes inside a “health assessment” tote bag with other items they will soon learn how to use.   

I write to you with a heavy heart. I am sickened by the senseless and tragic death of George Floyd. The events of the last week are challenging and painful to watch and have also been a reminder of the pervasiveness of racism and intolerance many African Americans experience. To the Goldfarb Family,

I write to you with a heavy heart. I am sickened by the senseless and tragic death of George Floyd. The events of the last week are challenging and painful to watch and have also been a reminder of the pervasiveness of racism and intolerance many African Americans experience.

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Read the 2020 Year in Review Magazine