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FAMU Names New Dean For School Of Nursing
TALLAHASSEE - Florida A&M Uni- versity has proudly announced Shelley Johnson, Ed. D., as the new dean for the School of Nursing.
According to the university, John- son's appointment completes a na- tional search assisted by Greenwood/Asher & Associates to fill the role.
Johnson has designed, imple- mented, directed and taught under- graduate and graduate nursing programs for approximately 20 years.
Her experience includes serving on the administration teams for Chamber- lain, Lincoln, Rutgers and La Salle Uni- versities as well as the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
In addition, Johnson is the owner and senior consultant for Kairos Solu- tions, LLC., a firm dedicated to assist- ing educational organizations with program creation, accreditation and regulatory guidance.
She is also a certified nurse execu-
DEAN SHELLY JOHNSON, Ed. D., joined FAMU on July 1.
tive, nurse educator and a comprehensive systematic reviewer.
"Although my ca- reer includes work in the corporate arena, it has always been my desire to return to academia. It is where my heart and soul lie," said John- son.
"My goal is to build a robust nursing program and equip students with the most current, relevant skills employers are seeking."
Johnson received a doctorate in educational leadership from the Uni- versity of Phoenix, a master's degree in community health nursing from Penn- sylvania State University, an executive Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University, and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania.
The Historical Graduation Class Of 2020
The time has come to recog- nize the hard work and determi- nation you displayed this school year. From beginning to end you achieved success.
We know the historical Coro- navirus (COVID-19) pandemic hindered the normal functions of K-12 Schools, but you have been relentless in your pursuits.
District Administration, school administrators, educators and staff members had to quickly develop a distance-learning cur- riculum to make sure you achieved educational success at home. Sacrifices were made and solutions were developed to man- age an historical and national pandemic that pushed us all to struggle and overcome.
While your commencement will not look traditional, your ac-
complishments will be honored. I am very pleased K-12 School District Administration and local officials came together to make sure you were able to experience your graduation day with your family and friends.
Congratulations to the Gradu- ating Class of 2020. Please be open and have a positive under- standing of other cultures, be di- verse in your decision-making, and stay focused on your goals in life. You did it.
DR. SHANDALE TERRELL Lakeland, Florida
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