Kathleen White Named Director of DNP Program

Associate Professor Kathleen White, PhD, RN, CNAA, BC has been named the first director of the new Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

Dean Martha N. Hill, PhD, RN, FAAN noted, “Dr. White brings a depth of experience and great commitment to the position. She was instrumental in attracting significant state support to the program and I know she will continue her effective leadership.”

White, who previously served as the program’s interim director, currently directs the school’s master’s program, coordinating both the MSN health systems management track and the MSN/MBA dual degree option. She will continue to lead the master’s program until her successor is identified.