Presenters
J. Margo Brooks Carthon, PhD, APRN, Associate Professor, and Tyson Family Endowed Term Chair for Gerontologic Research, School of Nursing, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Johis Ortega, PhD, RN, Professor of Clinical, and Associate Dean for Hemispheric and Global Initiatives, University of Miami, School of Nursing and Health Studies, Coral Gables, FL

Moderator: Lusine Poghosyan, PhD, RN, Member, Doctoral Education Conference Sub-Committee

As academic nursing becomes more inclusive of diverse learners, faculty in research-focused nursing programs will need to acquire new knowledge, skills, and attitudes to foster student success. Join two national thought leaders for an insightful discussion on creating inclusive learning environments where doctoral students can flourish. The presenters will share success stories and give advice on meeting challenges and advancing solutions at your school of nursing.

Presenters
Sheila Gephart, PhD, RN, Associate Professor, and Interim PhD Program Director, University of Arizona, College of Nursing, Tucson, AZ
Christine Platt, MSN, FNP-BC, DNP/PhD, Candidate University of Arizona, College of Nursing, Tucson, AZ
Allen Prettyman, PhD, APRN, Clinical Professor, and Director of DNP Program, University of Arizona, College of Nursing, Tucson, AZ

Moderator: Aaron M. Sebach, PhD, DNP, FNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, Member, Doctoral Education Conference Sub-Committee

For academic leaders looking to conceptualize the next steps in developing their own DNP/PhD program, this session is for you. Participants will engage in design thinking using insights and lessons learned from a successful dual degree program. A current PhD/DNP student will provide a first-hand perspective to underscore the importance of this emerging pathway in nursing. Issues related to curriculum development, university-level alignment, and academic-practice partnerships will be discussed.