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Arconic donation provides Trinity College of Nursing with radiography lab

By Linda Cook,

2025-03-07

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Thanks to a donation from Arconic Foundation, Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences has enhanced student education and training with a state-of-the-art energized radiography lab, designed to simulate real clinical environments and improve hands-on learning, a news release says.

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With faculty guidance, Trinity College students gain practical experience using X-ray
equipment while mastering essential positioning techniques and safety protocols. The lab
provides a controlled environment where students can build confidence and refine their skills
before entering actual clinical settings.

The project was funded through a $30,000 donation from Arconic Foundation to update the
former radiography lab at Trinity College.

“As a manufacturing plant, we understand the importance of skilled professionals in every field,”
says Jeffrey Weida, vice president of manufacturing at Arconic. “Supporting hands-on training
for nurses and radiographers aligns with our commitment to STEM education and community
development. By upgrading this facility, we are helping ensure that students receive top-tier
training in a safe and controlled environment that will eventually improve health outcomes for
all.”

“This represents a significant step forward in training the next generation of skilled healthcare
professionals,” says Lacey Lake, MBA, radiography program director at Trinity College. “By
offering a realistic environment for practice, we ensure students develop the technical proficiency and safety skills needed to excel in patient care from day one.”

Radiographers play a crucial role in healthcare, working alongside physicians to diagnose
injuries and illnesses using medical imaging procedures such as X-rays, CT scans, MRIs and
ultrasounds. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of radiologic and
MRI technologists is projected to grow by 6% from 2023 to 2033, outpacing the average for all
occupations.

“We recognize the increasing demand for skilled healthcare professionals nationwide, and here
at Trinity College, we are committed to meeting that demand,” says Tracy Poelvoorde, PhD,
Trinity College chancellor. “With this real-world immersive training, our graduates are fully
prepared to provide high-quality care with patient safety as their top priority.”

The new energized radiography lab has been in use since the fall of 2024, with the first-year cohort of 12 students benefiting from the enhanced training. For more information, call 309-779-770 or visit here .

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