Registration is now open for the second annual Nursing Science Day, hosted by the Eleanor Mann School of Nursing and the Pi Theta chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.

The symposium, featuring prominent author and speaker Temple Grandin, takes place March 7 at the Fayetteville Town Center from 12:30-7 p.m. Nursing Science Day is free to attend, but registration is required. Those interested can register by clicking here.

This year's symposium theme is "The State of the Science for Animal-Assisted Therapy: Implications for Research, Education, and Practice Across the HealthCare Continuum."

In addition to poster showcases throughout the day, a slate of speakers will present on animal-assisted therapy. Keynote speaker Temple Grandin is a distinguished professor from Colorado State University, well-known for her advocacy for the humane treatment of livestock and research into animal behavior.

Other researchers and speakers include U of A nursing professors Allison Scott and Michele Kilmer; Morgan Yordy, associate professor at Auburn University; and Kyria Henry, executive director of paws4people.org.

Topics include using canines in academic settings to promote mental health, the ethical use of canines in healthcare and academic settings, information on the assistance dog training minor degree, certification for university students and the use of canines in autism therapy.

Nurses can earn continuing professional development hours by attending the event. Nursing Science Day is hosted with help from the College of Education and Health Professions' WE CARE funding.

For more information, visit the official Nursing Science Day page.