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Meet Academic Award Winner Nichole Hinkel

Nichole Hinkel, MSN, RN-BC DAISY Faculty Award recipient Nichole Hinkel’s passion for nursing, combined with her hard work, compassion, and ability to balance fun and work makes her an outstanding clinical instructor. Hinkel challenges and supports her students while looking for innovative ways to teach nursing concepts. Because of Hinkel, students learn not only about …

Meet Academic Award Winner Taylor DiRienzo

Taylor DiRienzo ’22, Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing Ginsberg/Meyerhoff Family Award recipient Taylor DiRienzo is a professional in all his academic and extracurricular duties. He goes the extra mile to support other students, the overall School of Nursing mission, and the community. He is part of the volunteer medical team for clinics in Nicaragua, …

Meet Academic Award Winner Rachel Phillips Chenoweth

Rachel Phillips Chenoweth, BSN, RN, DNP’22 DNP Excellence Award recipient Described by her peers as a constant source of support, Rachel Phillips Chenoweth shows high levels of intelligence and achievement in class discussions and clinical rotations. For several years, Chenoweth has worked as a project assistant in Dr. Rachel Gicquelais’ research group. In this role, …

Meet Academic Award Winner Raquel Burnham

Raquel Burnham ’22, Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing Mary L. Keller Research Award recipient Raquel Burnham is a strong advocate with a passion for social justice. For nearly three years, Burnham has been part of Dr. Maichou Lor’s research that helps investigate healthcare disparities for Hispanic adults. Her specific research study looks at hearing …