UNC Charlotte Nursing Faculty Lead Simulation Activities at NC-AHEC Emerging Leaders Conference

UNC Charlotte’s Susan Lynch, PhD, RN, CNE and Melinda Pierce, MSN, RN, CHSE played a key role in this year’s NC AHEC Scholars Emerging Leaders in Healthcare Conference, hosted by the College of Health and Human Services last month. Lynch and Pierce led three waves of students through engaging simulation (SIM) activities, providing hands-on learning experiences that showcased real-world healthcare scenarios. Their sessions provided an in-depth look at patient care scenarios, offering participants a real-world glimpse into healthcare professions.

The NC AHEC Scholars Emerging Leaders in Healthcare Conference is a premier event for North Carolina’s future healthcare professionals, bringing together over 200 college-level students enrolled in health science training programs from across the state. Through their leadership, Lynch and Pierce highlighted the vital role of simulation in healthcare education while helping students explore diverse career pathways.