USUHS Application:
The decision to pursue doctoral education in nursing is daunting. The degrees from which to choose (Doctor of Nursing Practice [DNP] Doctor of Philosophy [PhD]), the types of pedagogy from which to select (face to face, online, hybrid), as well as the focus areas, makes it difficult for prospective students to navigate the pathway to admission, progression and graduation. Faculty at The Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing (DKI-GSN) are breaking down common barriers to advanced nursing education by offering a one-day workshop that provides key information to help nurses make informed decisions with confidence.
From the left:
Dr. Rosemary Payne, R2L Graduate 2017; GSN/USU PhD Graduate 2024
Dr. Laura Taylor, PhD, RN, CNE, ANEF, FAAN
Dr. Mel Belle (LCDR, USN) R2L Graduate 2019; DNP Graduate 2024
Capt Alex Anderson, CRNA student c/o 2027
Dr. Laura Taylor, PhD, RN, CNE, FAAN
Dr. Laura Taylor's academic journey reflects her extensive growth in nursing education. By 2017, she had achieved the rank of full professor at DKI GSN and served as the Program Director of the Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist DNP Program. Her leadership roles also include acting associate dean for academic affairs and shaping the direction of DKI GSN's nursing programs. Dr. Laura Taylor has made significant contributions in both transplant nursing and leadership. She is an expert reviewer for the Transplant Library at the Royal College of Surgeons of England and has continued to advance nursing education and research.
Dr. Taylor served as an invited speaker at the United Nations' 68th Commission on the Status of Women in 2024, where she discussed accelerating gender equality to achieve universal health coverage.
Questions? Contact: Dr. Laura Taylor laura.taylor@usuhs.edu or Arlah Conchola arlah.canchola@usuhs.edu
Sponsors: Tau Theta and TSNRP