IN A FLASH: Preparing For Disaster

Nursing students at Kent State University at Trumbull in decontamination gear.

 

"In the event of an actual emergency..."  these students in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at Kent State University at Trumbull will be prepared, thanks to a strong community partnership. 

Students at Kent State University at Trumbull participating in disaster drill training.
Students at Kent State University at Trumbull participating in disaster drill training.

 

More than 20 Kent State nursing students in the senior community health class participated in a decontamination disaster drill, led by Michael Kerr, simulation coordinator and medical education/resuscitation co-chair at Mercy Health Youngstown. 

Students at Kent State University at Trumbull participating in disaster drill training.
Students at Kent State University at Trumbull participating in disaster drill training.

 

Experiential learning is part of all programs at Kent State. provide This exercise provides invaluable, hands-on training in disaster response and patient safety. 

Students at Kent State University at Trumbull participating in disaster drill training.

 

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POSTED: Thursday, April 9, 2026 11:15 AM
Updated: Thursday, April 9, 2026 03:14 PM
WRITTEN BY:
Phil B. Soencksen
PHOTO CREDIT:
Kent State University at Trumbull