What is the best part about teaching in this graduate program?
The best part of teaching in a graduate program is guiding students as they transition from learners to leaders, watching them refine their expertise while developing the confidence to teach and mentor others.
What is the one thing you hope students take away from your course(s)?
In the Health Assessment course, MNE students refine advanced nursing assessment techniques while learning innovative strategies for teaching. The course emphasizes creative approaches to presenting complex clinical concepts, preparing future nurse educators to engage and inspire diverse learners.
What are the real-world applications of the work you do at the University?
In the MNE program’s health assessment course, students apply real-world skills by performing and teaching head-to-toe exams, developing patient-centered health promotion strategies, and practicing effective teaching methods to prepare future nurses for clinical and educational settings.
What kinds of coursework and capstone projects should students expect?
- Health promotion presentations
- Development of unique ways of educating students
What advice would you give to a student who wants to be successful?
Lean on your professors — we are all here to support you and love to watch you grow!
What is the focus of your scholarly pursuits?
Creating a bridge between clinical expertise with nurse educator competencies, ensuring graduates are confident in both assessment and instruction.