Office of Research and Scholarship


The mission of the Office of Research and Scholarship (ORS) is to champion College of Nursing faculty and students in converting empirical research to nursing knowledge. This mission is carried out through:

(a) consultation
(b) identification of funding sources
(c) grant development and management
(d) data analysis, and
(e) publication of research activities

Research and Scholarship Staff


Teresa Hernandez PhD, RN, FAAN

Professor Associate Dean of Research and Scholarship

Nicole Hirsch MS

Lifecycle Grants & Contracts Program Manager

David Riley

Research Services Principal Professional
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