Aging/Gerontology RIIG Rising Investigator Award 2024

Southern Nursing Research Society
This award recognizes the contribution of a rising investigator who has conducted gerontological nursing research that has the potential to enhance the science and practice of gerontological nursing. Gerontological means the study of aging, considering the problems that impact older adults.

MFP/ANA Dr. Hattie Bessent Research Award 2021

Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association
The Dr. Hattie Bessent Research Award is in recognition of innovative nursing research in mental health.

Gerontological Society of America

The Gerontological Society of America is one of the oldest and largest organizations dedicated to improving the lives of older adults. Leadership within ESPO is a 4-year commitment. Each year the leadership works to support the career development of undergraduate, graduate, and early careerists.

Emerging Scholar and Professional Organization (ESPO):
Past Chair (2024)
Chair (2023)
Vice Chair (2022)
Vice Chair-Elect (2021)

‍Carol A. Lindeman Award 2019

Oregon Health & Science University
The Carol A. Lindeman Award bears the name of the second dean of the School of Nursing. This award recognizes a graduate student who has demonstrated excellence in nursing, innovative leadership, and a vision for health care.