Research News

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Job Chen (PI) and his team have been awarded a grant from the Templeton World Charity Foundation for their project titled “Standing like a Tree: Effects and Mechanisms of Daoist Zhanzhuang on Human Flourishing.” This research will explore the impacts and underlying mechanisms of Daoist Zhanzhuang practices on […]

We are delighted to announce that Dr. Meredith Troutman-Jordan (PI), in collaboration with nursing leaders at Stanly Community College, have been awarded a $50,000 grant from NC AHEC for “Project EARN.” This grant will support the development of new pathways to degree completion for rural Associate Degree Nursing graduates, aiming to enhance educational opportunities and […]

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Jyotsana Parajuli (PI) and Dr. Job Chen (CO-I), along with their team, have been awarded the prestigious NIH NIA R15 Research Award for their project titled “Development and Initial Validation of a Palliative Care Readiness Tool for Older Adults with Cancer.” This three-year study aims to develop a […]

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 […]

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 […]

Congratulations to Amy Winiger, DNP, ACNP-BC, FACC, for presenting groundbreaking results on cardiogenic shock at the Chilean Society of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery conference in Coquimbo, Chile, on December 1, 2023. Winiger currently serves as the UNC Charlotte School of Nursing’s AGACNP Program Coordinator and her expertise and dedication continue to make waves in the […]

We are excited to announce and extend congratulations to three members of our school of nursing faculty! Judith Cornelius, PhD, MS, RN, ANEF, FAAN was promoted to Professor this year – congratulations! Charlene Whitaker-Brown, DNP, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC, CHFN was promoted to Clinical Professor this year – congratulations! Kathleen Jordan DNP, MS, FNP-BC, ENP-C, SANE-P, […]

UNC Charlotte’s School of Nursing recently demonstrated its commitment to community welfare by promoting a local food drive. Dr. Carolyn Horne and Laura Magennis generously donated their time to deliver an assortment of food items to the Jamil Niner Food Pantry. The donation was made possible through a successful food drive organized by the nursing […]