From High School Student to Novice
Bridging the Gap Into the Nursing Profession Workshop
About Dr. Nelson
Dr. Yolanda Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing. Dr. Nelson’s program of research focuses engagement, faculty-student relationships, and mentorship as a way to increase diversity within the profession of nursing.
Dr. Nelson is the founder of “Moving Forward Together” African American Student Nurse Mentorship Program founded September 2017 which supports the growth of African American nursing students. Its mission is to positively impact the lives of African American nurses students by providing support, fostering character development, enhancing leadership skills, and building self-confidence. This program exemplifies a signature experience in which faculty and nurse leaders within the community mentor students to enhance intellectual curiosity as well as their professional skills.
Research Team
Moving Forward Together- African American Student Nurse Mentorship Program
Research Team:
Dr. Yolanda Nelson
Darita Willis-Parreott
Brie Wells
Event Information
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 21, 2021 from 9:00am-2:30pm.
Selection Process
The Planning/Research Committee will make the final selection(s) based on the following:
>> Application Submission
>>Good academic standing
Questions?
Contact:
Dr. Yolanda Nelson
nelsony1@tcnj.edu