Faculty Spotlights

Katryna McCoy, PhD, MSN, FNP-C, a faculty member at UNC Charlotte School of Nursing and a UNC CFAR Developmental awardee, has been featured in the latest UNC Center for AIDS Research’s HIViews CFAR E-bulletin. Dr. McCoy is making significant strides in tackling HIV disparities in North Carolina, with a particular focus on Black communities who […]

The School of Nursing would like to announce that Kathleen Jordan, DNP, MS, FNP-BC, ENP-C, SANE-P, FAEN, FAANP was recently appointed as a Faculty Marshal by Jenifer Troyer, Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs at UNC Charlotte. This role, which will span the 2024-2028 term, officially begins with the December 2024 Commencement and concludes […]

The Academy for Clinical Research and Scholarship (ACRS) at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte School of Nursing is pleased to announce that Lufei Young, PhD, ACCNP-BC and Teresa Cronell, EdD, MSN, RN, CCRN, CNE have been awarded the ACRS Advancement of Nursing Excellence Research Grant. Dr. Young and Dr. Cronell’s innovative project, “Enhancing […]

We are thrilled to share that two of our esteemed faculty members, Judith Cornelius PhD, MS, RN, ANEF, FAAN, and Florence Okoro, PhD,RN, have been featured in the Fall 2024 issue of the Tarheel Nurse for their insightful article titled “Fostering Global Learning Among DNP Students.” This article delves into how our Doctor of Nursing […]

This summer, Dr. James Montegrico represented the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing at the 35th Sigma International Nursing Research Congress in Singapore. During the event, Dr. Montegrico participated in critical discussions with global leaders, contributing to the ongoing dialogue on advancements in nursing. In the Philippines, Dr. Montegrico delivered impactful presentations across multiple professional engagements. […]

We are thrilled to congratulate Jyotsana Parajuli, PhD, MGS, RN, on her appointment to the SNRS (Southern Nursing Research Society) Leadership Academy! Dr. Parajuli is an Assistant Professor here at the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing. Over the past three years, she has actively contributed to the organization by serving on various committees. Currently, she […]

The School of Nursing proudly continues to collect accolades, illustrating our commitment to excellence in education and service. We are excited to announce that several members of our faculty and staff have been recognized by the College Nominations, Awards, and Elections Committee (CNAEC) for their contributions to our department and the College of Health and […]

We’re thrilled to announce Melinda Pierce as the recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award from the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing Alumni Chapter. Her professional journey stands as an inspiration for current and future nurses, reflecting our values as an institution. Melinda expressed deep gratitude for the honor, calling it one of the highlights […]

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Jyotsana Parajuli as the Editor of the Southern Connections, the official newsletter of the Southern Nursing Research Society (SNRS). Dr. Parajuli’s tenure is set for two years, spanning from 2024 to 2026. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the society’s commitment to fostering excellence in […]

We are excited to congratulate  one of our School of Nursing faculty members, Dr. Kelly Powers! Kelly Powers PhD, RN, CNE has been approved as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice (NAP) in Nursing. Recognized for her outstanding achievements in the field, Powers is set to join the Class of 2024 at […]