This Saturday, September 17th, 2022, marks Constitution Day! Every September 17th, on the anniversary of the signing of the Constitution, we commemorate the signing of this document, which protects individual freedom, and the fundamental principles that govern the United States. To celebrate the day, we’ve put together important facts and activities on the WCUI + […]

Cardiac sonographers play an important role in health care. They are an important part of care teams that work to save the lives of patients every single day. A career in cardiac sonography can be rewarding and a way to make an impact on patients and their families. Here are 11 facts about working as […]

Remembering Vinicius (Vinny) CosacIt is with a heavy heart to share with the WCUI + Smith Chason community of the sudden and unexpected passing of Vinny Cosac. Vinny was a proud sonographer, a fellow sonography faculty member at WCUI, and beloved mentor, teacher, student, and alumni. Our faculty, staff, and community will miss him and […]

WHAT  IS JUNETEETH?Happy Juneteenth Day! Juneteenth, the African American holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States, is now a federal holiday. This came into effect last year when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. WCUI School of Medical Imaging and other federal institutions will be closed […]

Memorial Day & its ImportanceMemorial Day is usually a day of pool parties, cookouts, and lots of fun. However, we want to remind you that the true meaning of Memorial Day is much more than an “opening day” for the summer. Throughout American history, many people have dedicated their lives to the country, risking their […]

WHAT IS TRAVEL SONOGRAPHY?Travel sonography is a dynamic field that allows for great growth. With the ability to specialize in various areas such as cardiac, musculoskeletal, vascular, and breast sonography, travel sonography provides more on-the-job learning opportunities, compared to the average sonographer in a permanent position. The job of a traveling sonographer is to assist […]

May 2 – May 6th marks 2022 Teacher Appreciation Week! This week, we are honoring our extraordinary educators who have worked so hard to keep our students moving forward and help them accomplish their goals. Thank you for not just teaching, but for inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals. How will you honor your […]

Pediatric echocardiography is a specialized area in the field of sonography which focuses on providing cardiac sonography in children, both before and after they’re born. A person working in this field — called a pediatric echocardiography technician, pediatric cardiac sonographer or an echocardiographer — trains in how to use medical imaging technology to monitor the […]

About the HonorHealth FoundationThe HonorHealth Foundation is a community-focused nonprofit organization that helps you realize your philanthropic purpose so that your impact is felt today, tomorrow, and into the future. They work to advance the health and well-being of those in the community and they provide a unique path of giving that ensures your contribution […]

Last month, WCUI hosted an exclusive Career Fair alongside RadNet Imaging for alumni and students. The goal was to support our alumni and students’ career goals by introducing them to a highly reputable employer in their field while supporting a local employer and clinical partner, RadNet, to fill open positions in sonography and MRI. The career […]