Science of Compassion & Equity

The discovery of complex and sometimes unfair factors that influence health among populations and translation into compassionate and caring actions aimed at health equity, social justice, and human dignity.


Courtney Caiola, PhD, MPH, RN, CNE
Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing Science

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Cheryl Kovar, PhD, RN, CNS
Associate Professor,
Department of Nursing Science

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Chandra Speight, PhD, RN, NP-C, CNE
Assistant Professor, Department of Advanced Nursing Practice

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Madeline Fernandez
Assistant Professor,
Department of Nursing Science

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Linda Bolin, PhD, MSN, RN, ANP, FAHA
Associate Professor,
Department of Nursing Science

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Donna Roberson, PhD, FNP-BC
Executive Director of Program Evaluation,
Professor, Department of Advanced Nursing Practice & Education

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Nancy Dias, PhD, RN, CNE
Associate Professor, Department of Nursing Science

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