Hub City Healthcare Alliance
The Hub City Healthcare Alliance (HCHA) is a collaborative partnership between the
University of Memphis Loewenberg College of Nursing (LCON), leading community healthcare
organizations, higher education institutions, and secondary school districts. Together,
we work to address healthcare challenges, promote nursing education, and improve access
to quality care in Madison County and rural West Tennessee. By focusing on bridging
gaps in nursing preparedness, recruitment, and retention, HCHA is committed to fostering
a healthier future for our communities. The alliance stands out by prioritizing the
unique needs of West Tennessee, a region facing distinct healthcare challenges and
opportunities. Through a tailored approach, we aim to effectively address local healthcare
needs, focusing on the following key areas:
Nursing Education | Our Distinctive Approach
Holistic Preparation
Prepare future healthcare professionals with the academic, sociocultural, and pedagogical
knowledge needed for effective healthcare in diverse settings.
Building Support
Create a peer support system, wraparound advising, and academic programs to support aspiring healthcare professionals.
Breaking Barriers
Provide financial, environmental, and experiential learning support to eliminate barriers to access and student success.
Enhancing Insight
Foster a comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic healthcare dynamics in
Jackson/Madison County and rural West Tennessee among future healthcare professionals.
Local Advocates
Identify and nurture local healthcare advocates to engage and cultivate aspiring healthcare professionals committed to equity and community well-being.
Integrated Services
Offer intentional integration of professional nursing readiness, recruitment, and retention strategies within academic hands-on training.
We Cover the Cost. You Chase Your Dream.
Now offering FULL TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS for the Lambuth Campus—covering your entire nursing program so you can focus on your future.
Pursuing a nursing career but concerned about tuition costs? The Loewenberg College of Nursing, through the Hub City Healthcare Alliance, is offering a limited number of full-tuition scholarships for students enrolling at the Lambuth Campus in Fall 2025. This opportunity provides eligible students complete coverage of their nursing program tuition, supporting their path to a successful healthcare career. Apply today to take advantage of this limited opportunity.
Contact Us:
| Kensley Van Dyke Academic Services Coordinator II 705 Lambuth Blvd | Sprague Hall 125 (731) 425-7380 | bsn@memphis.edu |
Norma Neal Academic Services Coordinator II 4055 North Park Loop (901) 678-3514 | bsn@memphis.edu |