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FEBRUARY 2018
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Message from the Dean and Vice President for Health Promotion
 It’s an exciting new year at the College of Nursing! Already, we’ve had some great new adventures, including a visit from astronaut Greg Johnson to our Innovation Studio. It all started when Greg’s friend Tara King, our College of Nursing director of assessment and evaluation, sent him information on the Innovation Studio, saying it reminded her of the work he did with the International Space Station’s science lab. Thanks to her reaching out, we now have an exciting partnership with that lab, and they’ve challenged students, faculty and staff to innovate something that might be sent to the Space Station itself. It just goes to show that a small step can sometimes lead to big – even astronomical – results!
We’re thrilled to have Dianne Morrison-Beedy coming to join our faculty as our new Centennial Professor of Nursing and chief talent and global strategy officer. I’m also extremely proud to announce that Cindy Anderson, our associate dean for academic affairs and educational innovation, has been chosen as president-elect of the Midwest Nursing Research Society (MNRS). You can read more about our outstanding faculty and their achievements below, and about a new column on wellness specifically for nurses that I’m writing for American Nurse Today.
Remember, February is National Heart Month. Nurses do a great job of caring for everyone else, but often do not prioritize their own health. I urge you to take action today to safeguard your heart health, both for yourself and for all of those you love. Evidence supports that just a few healthy lifestyle behaviors, including 30 minutes of physical activity per week, five fruits and vegetables per day, and regular stress reduction activities can go a long way in reducing chronic diseases. The small steps you take today for your own wellness can ripple outward toward a bright, healthy future. Go Bucks!
Fondly,
Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk, PhD, RN, CPNP/PMHNP, FAANP, FNAP, FAAN
Vice President for Health Promotion
University Chief Wellness Officer
Dean and Professor, College of Nursing
Professor of Pediatrics & Psychiatry, College of Medicine
Executive Director, the Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for EBP
The Ohio State University
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Featured Stories
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College of Nursing meets an astronaut at the Innovation Studio
The Autumn 2017 edition of The Center for Advancement of Science In Space (CASIS), which manages the International Space Station’s U.S. National Laboratory, partnered with the Innovation Studio to issue an innovation challenge in January. This unique challenge, issued only to The Ohio State University, asks students, faculty and staff to pitch ideas to develop a product, service or solution with social impact that utilizes the International Space Station. Astronaut Greg Johnson, president and executive director of CASIS, attended to officially propose CASIS’s challenge.
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Two new Future of Nursing Scholarships
The College of Nursing was competitively chosen by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) to receive funding for two new Future of Nursing Scholars. This prestigious grant provides the scholar with tuition, living expenses, research expenses and more. For more about Future of Nursing Scholars, see Transformations.
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New wellness series in American Nurse Today
American Nurse Today is excited to have College of Nursing Dean and University Chief Wellness Officer Bernadette Melnyk contribute a series of articles on the nine dimensions of wellness, found online and in their print magazine. The first article provides an overview of the nine dimensions—physical, emotional, financial, intellectual, career, social, creative, environmental, and spiritual. In subsequent articles, Melnyk and her co-author Susan Neale, MFA, will take deep dives into each dimension, providing nurses with insightful instruction for improving their overall wellness. Check it out for great wellness tips!
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Reunion giving numbers are in
In 2017, more than $283,000 was raised by all of the college's milestone classes (years ending in "2" or "7"). Congratulations to classes with the top participation rates: First Place: Class of 1967 – 20 percent; Second Place: Class of 1957 – 19 percent; Third Place: Class of 1962 – 18 percent. Sincere thanks to all who contributed!
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OSUAA Award nominations open
Ordinary Buckeyes do extraordinary things. Chances are, you know fellow alumni who qualify for one of the eight different alumni awards The Ohio State University Alumni Society bestows each year. Nominations are due March 31.
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Consider becoming a preceptor
Be part of the Ohio State “pay forward society” by supporting another Buckeye in their clinical experience. The Clinical Placement Office is seeking preceptors for advanced practice nurses! Provide a great experience using your skills and education. Help prepare your new colleagues. Click here for more information or contact Katie Purcell at Purcell.59@osu.edu.
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2018 Day of Giving
Join us on February 28 - March 1 for a 24-hour, fun and inspiring day of giving to support student wellness.
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People to Watch
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Morrison-Beedy is new Centennial Professor of Nursing
Welcome to Dianne Morrison-Beedy PhD, RN, WHNP-BC, FNAP, FAANP, FAAN, who has just joined our college as our Centennial Professor of Nursing as well as our Chief Talent and Global Strategy Officer. Most recently, Morrison-Beedy served as dean and professor of nursing, public health and global health at the University of South Florida College of Nursing for six years where she raised the college’s ranking and NIH funding. A women’s health NP, her NIH-funded research has focused on HIV/STD prevention in adolescent females. She has just completed Fulbright scholarship in Scotland and is a Fellow in the Global Nursing Leadership Institute.
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Anderson selected president-elect of MNRS
Congratulations to Cindy Anderson, PhD, RN, CNP, ANEF, FAHA, FNAP, FAAN, who has been selected as president-elect of the Midwest Nursing Research Society. Anderson currently serves as the associate dean for academic affairs and educational innovation and as an associate professor in the College of Nursing. Anderson has been a member of MNRS for 15 years and will use her leadership role to create networks and opportunities across health fields to advance careers of researchers.
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Sharpe and Lusk elected as Fellows
Congratulations to Elizabeth Sharpe, DNP, NNP-BC, VA-BC, FAANP, and Pam Lusk, DNP, RN, PMHNP-BC, who have been elected as Distinguished Fellows in the National Academy of Practice. Sharpe serves as an associate professor of clinical nursing and neonatal nurse practitioner specialty track director. Lusk is a clinical associate professor. They will be inducted at the April national meeting in Atlanta.
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Alumni Spotlight
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Mary Howard, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
Ohio State degrees: MS (1993), DNP (2014)
Current role: Executive Director, University Hospital East
Professionally, I am proud of and humbled to have had the opportunity to be a part of the senior leadership team at University Hospital East. I joined the Ohio State family in 2003 as a nursing director at University Hospital. I had the fortunate opportunity to come to East to serve as the Chief Nursing Officer in 2007, then moved into the Associate Executive Director position a couple of years ago. I became the Executive Director in October 2017. I never imagined taking the reins from Elizabeth Seely, an amazing leader who has done a tremendous job at East!
I am extremely proud of and value the leadership team, caring staff and faculty at East. Our leadership team is respectful and supportive of one another and strives to build consensus to achieve our goals. I am proud to lead a team of healthcare professionals that are driven each and every day to provide the best possible care to our patients and visitors. I am dedicated to continuing to be an active member of our community – personally and professionally. I will continue to be involved in important work, boards, agencies and churches to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Interesting fact: I placed 3rd in a bench-press competition, once upon a time.
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Buckeye Wellness Tip
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February is Heart Health Month
Commit to making one healthy lifestyle behavior change to prevent heart disease. Choose a healthy eating plan, one low in trans-fats and high in fruits, vegetables and fiber. Participate in at least 30 minutes five days a week of moderate intensity physical activity, such as brisk walking. Sit less, stand more as sitting three hours a day increases your risk for heart disease. Participate in biometric screenings and heart-healthy activities and events at nursing.osu.edu/heartmonth.
Want more wellness? Read "Practical tips for achieving emotional wellness" – no-nonsense health advice from our dean and university chief wellness officer, Bern Melnyk. An Ohio State Alumni magazine web exclusive.
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Make a Gift
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Continuing our great work is made possible through generous support from our alumni and friends. Please make your gift today by clicking below or contacting Katy Trombitas at (614) 688-1086 or trombitas.4@osu.edu.
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