Preparing for a Future in Nursing and Mental Healthcare
Destiny Nash, a student in Kent State University’s Licensed Practical Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (LPN-BSN) program, is set to graduate in fall 2025. With a clear focus on mental healthcare, Nash is already looking toward her future in nursing, determined...
A Future in Trauma and Cardiac Care: Marquiez Jennings’ Journey in Nursing, Diversity and Leadership
Marquiez Jennings, a student in Kent State University’s College of Nursing Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, is preparing to take on the nursing world with a unique perspective shaped by his diverse background and experiences. Set to graduate in May...
Interdisciplinary Teams Are Key to Effective Healthcare Policy
Katie Murray is a junior at Kent State University, majoring in nursing with a minor in healthcare systems management. She is also a member of the Honors College at Kent State.Q: Why did you choose Kent State University? A: I chose Kent State because of its incredible...
Bridging the Gap: How Nurses Can Influence Policy and Improve Healthcare Outcomes
Trinity Rudolph is a junior nursing major and Spanish minor at Kent State University. She works as a nurse tech on a postpartum floor and serves as the Social Media Director for the Kent State Interdisciplinary Health Research Organization.Q: Why did you choose Kent...
Enhancing Nursing Skills through Research and Mentorship at Kent State University
Wayne Nieh, BSN '24, is dual enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing program (MSN) and the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Kent State University. He is also pursuing an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. He...
Advocating for Change: How the CNS Role Improves Patient Care
Allison Plata, BSN, RN, CMSRSN, EBP-C, is a clinical nurse specialist (CNS) who provides medical/surgical and progressive care at Summa Health. She recently earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Kent State University. Allison holds national certifications as a...
The DNP Effect: Advancing Healthcare Policy and Practice Through Research
Michelle Michel DNP, APRN- CNP-BC, CVNP-BC, earned her MSN from Kent State University in 1999 and has since built a distinguished career as an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in cardiology. In her current role, she serves as Lead Nurse Practitioner and...
Empowering the Next Generation: Meet Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Coordinator Heather Weil
Two-time alumna of Kent State University, Heather Weil, MSN, APRN ‘19, AGACNP, is a dedicated nurse, esteemed faculty member and concentration coordinator for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program here at Kent State University College of...
Clinical Practice to Research: The Pathway of a Nurse Scientist at Kent State
Meet Cindy Wilk, Ph.D., APRN-CNS, CCRN, CNE, Kent State University College of Nursing professor and adult-gerontology clinical nurse specialist (AGCNS) concentration coordinator. Wilk's desire to acquire the skills needed to become a nurse scientist and researcher set...