SALISBURY, Md.- Salisbury University's College of Health and Human Services has furthered its international educational exchange with a week-long visit from nursing and paramedic students from the University of Stirling, Scotland. The visit, centered at the Richard A. Henson Medical Simulation Center, featured collaborative simulation training and local clinical visits, enriching both SU and Stirling students' educational experiences says the university.
As a longstanding partner in study abroad programs, the University of Stirling students participated in detailed simulations at SU, involving scenarios such as family conflicts in emergency settings and medical crises.
The visiting students also explored local medical facilities like TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Medical Center and met with Salisbury Fire Department first responders to compare medical practices across the Atlantic.
Ellie Kettrick is completing her nursing degree at Stirling and hopes to be a fully licensed nurse in Scotland by the end of this year.
"The quality of the simulations was excellent,” said Kettrick. "We learned so much by working with the fabulous standardized patients."
Beyond healthcare, the Scottish students experienced American culture, visiting Washington, D.C., Ocean City and engaging with SU students on campus. The university says this visit not only provided a practical understanding of U.S. healthcare but also fostered personal connections among students from both universities, with several Salisbury students sharing their experiences from previous exchanges in Scotland.
This visit is part of a broader initiative by CHHS to expand global learning opportunities, highlighted by recent programs in Ghana and Kenya. Looking ahead, more SU students are preparing for a summer study abroad session at the University of Stirling, continuing the rich exchange of knowledge and culture. For more information on Salisbury University’s study abroad programs, visit Salisbury University Study Abroad.