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First Fellows of the Nursing Science Incubator for Social Determinants of Health Solutions (N-SISS)

Ten widely respected nurse scientists, including JHSON post-doc Kathryn Lee, have become the first Fellows of the Nursing Science Incubator for Social Determinants of Health Solutions (N-SISS), ready to begin cutting-edge research to make breakthroughs to advance optimal health for everyone.

N-SISS is a program of the Institute for Policy Solutions (IPS) at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing with support from the National Institute of Nursing Research. The innovative program is co-directed by IPS Executive Director Vincent Guilamo-Ramos, endowed chair for health equity and social determinants of health, and Professor Jason Farley, endowed chair for leadership and innovation.

“Every American feels deep angst about our ailing health system—and most Americans want a comprehensive cure, a sustainable solution; eliminating health and health care inequities is that sustainable solution,” said Dr. Guilamo-Ramos.

The inaugural cohort: Marissa Abram, PhD, PMHNP-BC, CARN-AP, FIAAN, Duke University; Mohammed Alasagheirin, PhD, MA, RN, University of Wisconsin; Michael Cary, PhD, RN, FAAN, Duke University; Rachel DiFazio, PhD, RN, PPCNP-BC, FAAN, Boston Children’s Hospital; Megan Jester, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences; Kathryn Lee, PhD, RN, Johns Hopkins School of Nursing; Christina Marea, PhD, MA, MSN, FACNM, Georgetown University; Roxanne Mirabal-Beltran, PhD, RN, Georgetown University; Ann-Margaret Navarra, PhD, CPNP-PC, FAAN, Stony Brook University; and Debra Neblett, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM, University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

February Birthdays

Happy February Birthday to JHSON staff and faculty members Ketum Ateh Stanislas, Allison Benner, Rebecca Brimer, Esther Choi, Heather Dark, Craig DeMallie, Sam DiStefano, Jason Farley, Ashley Fenton, Diane Heavel, Melissa Hladek, Mina Kazemi, Lily Leach, Catherine Ling, Theresa Mata, Kathy McDonald, Leigh Montejo, Andre Nogueira, Joanne Park, Steve St. Angelo, Sarah Szanton, Sarah Tennyson, Chelsea Wagner, Nicole Warren, and Lawrence Waudby!

ODEIB Chat and Chew

Well-Being and Self-Advocacy: Using Your Voice and Available Resources “Well-Being and Self-Advocacy: Using Your Voice and Available Resources”: ODEIB Chat and Chew in collaboration with the Office of Student Health and Well Being Services. Noon-1:30 pm Tuesday, February 18, Carpenter A. Audience: All JHSON, Students

Advanced Practice Application Zoom Drop-In Session

Join us during the Advanced Practice Zoom Drop-In to ask specific questions you have about the application process. Whether you have questions about how to efficiently submit your official transcripts to NursingCAS, Transcript Entry, References, Resume/CV, or program-specific requirements, Admissions will be available to answer your specific questions to help you be the most competitive applicant.

Programs being covered include:

• DNP Adult-Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

• DNP Adult-Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

• DNP Family Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

• DNP Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

• DNP Pediatric Dual Primary/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

• DNP Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

• Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate

Audience:
Public, Students

Date/Time:
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 (08:00 pm – 09:00 pm)

DNP Executive and DNP Executive/MBA Zoom Drop-In Sessions

Join Assistant Director of Recruitment, Cesar Nuñez, during a February 10 Zoom drop-in session specifically for the DNP Executive and DNP Executive/MBA tracks. The session will provide opportunity to ask him your questions about the application process to help you be a competitive applicant and submit a strong admissions application! Programs being covered include:

• DNP Executive
• DNP Executive/MBA

Audience: Public, Students Date/Time: Monday, February 10, 2025 (07:00 pm – 08:00 pm)

Lunch and Learn for MSN Entry Students

The Office of Admissions would love to invite you to join us for a Lunch and Learn. During this session, you will learn about our advanced degree programs: Healthcare Organizational Leadership (PM, MSN, and MSN/MBA), DNP Advanced Practice (Nurse Anesthesia and Nurse Practitioner), PhD, and DNP Executive. We will discuss the programs and nursing careers. There will be a presentation and a Q&A to follow.

Audience:
Students

Date/Time:
Monday, February 10, 2025 (12:00 pm – 01:00 pm)

Location:
Room N231

Virtual Information Session – Health care Organizational Leadership

Join the Office of Admissions, Assistant Professor and Track Director, Dr. Jihane Frangieh, the Carey Business School, and current students on February 26 to learn more about the MSN Healthcare Organizational Leadership tracks at the School of Nursing. We will discuss the program and application requirements for the MSN Healthcare Organizational Leadership program, the MSN Healthcare Organizational Leadership/MBA Dual Degree Program, and the Post-Masters Certificate in Healthcare Organizational Leadership. Audience: Public, Students Date/Time: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 (07:00 pm – 08:00 pm)

IPS Student Open House

Learn more about the IPS mission to eliminate health care and health inequities Join JHSON Professor and IPS Executive Director Vincent Guilamo-Ramos, Leona B. Carpenter Chair in Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health, March 17 in DC to learn more about the Institute for Policy Solutions and how you can get involved! To attend this open house, click “RSVP Now” to contact IPS or email the Institute at [email protected]. IPS Student Open House March 17, 2025 Noon-1 p.m. 555 Penn Ave. NW Washington, DC 20001 IPS is committed to focusing on nurse-driven solutions to health inequities through: Audience: Students Date/Time: Monday, March 17, 2025 (12:00 pm – 01:00 pm) Location: 555 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001

BSNA’s Rhythm and Groove

Line Dancing as Taught by Katora Upchurch On Wednesday, February 19, from 5-6pm in Carpenter A, Katora Upchurch, a 4th semester MSN student/celebrity dancer, will teach us all how to look right when we line dance. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to pretend you are in Dancing with the Stars! Audience: All JHSON Date/Time: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 (05:00 pm – 06:00 pm) Location: Carpenter A

Acute Care Nursing Specialties Workshop

Join the Office of Admissions Tuesday, February 18 for the Acute Care Nursing Specialties Workshop, where we’ll explore the roles of Nurse Anesthetists and Acute Care Nurse Practitioners to help you determine which career path aligns with your interests and professional goals. This workshop will dive into key topics, including practice authority, the types of care provided by each specialty, and the interprofessional collaboration between Nurse Anesthetist and Acute Care Nurse Practitioner providers to deliver exceptional patient care. Gain valuable insights from current faculty, who are leaders in their respective fields, as they share their expertise and experiences within these dynamic professions.  Audience: Public, Students Date/Time: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 (03:00 pm – 04:00 pm)

SOURCE Service-Learning Academy Info Session for Faculty

SOURCE is accepting faculty applications for the 2025-26 Service-Learning Academy, a comprehensive program that equips fellows with tools to develop critical service-learning partnerships and courses. The Academy is intended for faculty who are new to service-learning, currently teaching service-learning courses, and other staff. Full-time JHU faculty are eligible for tuition remission. Join our info session on Wed. Feb. 5 to learn more. 

Audience:
All JHSON

Date/Time:
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 (12:00 pm – 12:00 am)

Location:
Online/Zoom

Admissions Workshop: Understanding Financial Aid for Advanced Programs

Join Sherrod Wilkerson, Director of Student Financial Services, April 9 to discuss topics including cost of attendance, types of financial aid, and loan repayment and forgiveness options for those pursuing advanced nursing programs. Registration required. Audience: Public, Students Date/Time: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 (07:00 pm – 08:00 pm)