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Connections Fair 2024
Continuing Education
Contacts for
more information
CRISTY WORTHINGTON
Program Coordinator for Continuing Education & Partnership Development Specialist
GLENNA MURRAY
Administrative Assistant
Early College & Concurrent Credit Liaison
Continuing Education Specialist
Leave a voicemail for the Continuing Education Office
- 913.971.3518
Connections Fair
The Connections Fair is part of Welcome Week at MNU. New and returning students attend to connect with campus groups, churches, community organizations, and career opportunities.
Click to Register your campus club, business, church, and organization.
| Where | 2041 E Pioneer Way, Olathe KS 66062 This outside event will be held on MNU’s Campus Mall. |
| When | Thursday, September 22, 4:30 – 6:30 PM [Setup at 4:00 PM]–register by August 14th. |
| Why | The Fair is a great place to share information about your organization, offer samples of products, and advertise employment and internship opportunities. |
| Cost |
Registration is free but required for businesses, churches, campus clubs, and organizations. [includes one 8-foot table and two chairs]. Optional Items:
Once we receive your registration, we will send a confirmation email with additional details. If you have questions regarding registration or payment, contact the Career & Workforce Development office at 913.971.3292 or gkmurray@mnu.edu. |
| Sponsor | To be an event sponsor, please bring a prize valued at $25. We encourage you to bring branded items representing your organization. Students who attend and complete a “Connections Card” will have a chance to win a prize following the Connections Fair. Your organization’s name and logo will be featured on the Connections Fair 2023 web page. |
The Connections Fair is part of Welcome Week at MNU. New and returning students attend to connect with campus groups, churches, community organizations, and career opportunities.
| Where | 2041 E Pioneer Way, Olathe KS 66062 This outside event will be held on MNU’s Campus Mall. |
| When | Thursday, September 22, 4:30 – 6:30 PM [Setup at 4:00 PM]–register by August 14th. |
| Why | The Fair is a great place to share information about your organization, offer samples of products, and advertise employment and internship opportunities. |
Sponsors
School of Nursing
Contact MNU
DEPARTMENT OF TRADITIONAL AND UNDERGRADUATE NURSING
2030 E. College Way
Olathe, KS 66062-1899
913-971-3844
nursing@mnu.edu
faculty
SCHOOL OF NURSING
Amanda
Addis
MSN, RN, CNE, Associate Professor of Nursing. Virtual Patient Center Director
- MSN; 2013, University of Missouri Kansas City
- BSN; 2008, Pittsburg State University
- AS; 2006, Labette Community College
asaddis@mnu.edu
Ashley
Hurt
MSN, RN, Assistant Professor of Nursing
- MSN; 2019, Pittsburg State University
- BSN; 2011, Pittsburg State University
adhurt@mnu.edu
Danielle
Traudt
Assistant Professor of Nursing, MSN, APRN-C
- MSN, APRN-C; 2002, Arizona State University
- BSN; 1998, University of Nebraska Medical Center
dmtraudt@mnu.edu
Gwen
Wagner
Associate Professor, Program Director, DNP, APRN, ANP-C
- DNP; 2014, University of Kansas
- MS; 2009, University of Kansas
- BSN; 1984, McMaster University
ggwagner@mnu.edu
Jennifer L.
Ferguson
Associate Professor of Nursing DNP, MSN, RN
- DNP; 2021, Point Loma Nazarene University
- MSN; 2009, University of Missouri Kansas City
- BSN; 2006, University of Missouri Kansas City
- ASN; 2002, Cox College of Nursing
jlferguson@mnu.edu
Kathryn
Dixon
Assistant Professor of Nursing MSN, RN
- MSN; 2023, MidAmerica Nazarene University;
- BSN; 2016, MidAmerica Nazarene University
kdixon2@mnu.edu
Sarah
Miller
Associate Dean, School of Nursing, Tenured Professor of Nursing, EdD, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
- DNP; 2021, University of Missouri-Columbia
- EdD; 2015, Creighton University
- MSN; 2010, MidAmerica Nazarene University
- BSN; 2009; MidAmerica Nazarene University
smmiller@mnu.edu
Stacy
Smith
Assistant Professor of Nursing MSN, RN, CPN
- MSN; 2018, University of Central Missouri
- BSN; 1995, Mid-America Nazarene University
sdsmith4@mnu.edu
Susan
Larson
PhD, RN, Professor of Nursing
- PhD; 2002, University of Kansas
- MS; Nursing, 1989, University of Kansas
- BSN; 1984, MidAmerica Nazarene University
slarson@mnu.edu
Susannah
Hart
Assistant Professor of Nursing MSN, RN
- MSN; 2012, MidAmerica Nazarene University
- BSN; 1989, University of Kansas
sahart2@mnu.edu
Tia Marie
Strait
Department Chair, Pre-Licensure Nursing, EdD, MS
- EdD; Higher Education Administration, 2001, St. Louis University
- MS; Human Resource Development, 1996, Pittsburg State University
- B GS; General Studies, 1993, Missouri Southern State College
tstrait@mnu.edu
Nursing Staff
Heidi Baldridge
Compliance Coordinator, ABSN, RN-BSN, TBSN
Teresa Lamaster
SIM Lab Coordinator
JoVonda Merrell
Compliance Coordinator, School of Nursing, MSN
Lily Rinearson
Clinical Education Coordinator
Faculty Awards
Faculty Honoree: Stacy Smith
Congratulations to Stacy Smith on her 2022-2023 Daisy Foundation honor. Read Stacy Smith’s spotlight (opens in new window).
Nominations Open For Daisy Faculty Award
The DAISY Foundation, as a part of its service to the nursing profession’s role in patient care, established the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty. The purpose of this program is to provide to colleges/schools of nursing a national recognition program they may use to demonstrate appreciation to educators for their commitment and inspirational influence on their students. The Foundation hopes that, in some way, this program will contribute to a positive work environment for faculty in schools.
Nominations are accepted until March 1st of each year and award recipients are selected each May.
Nominate an Extraordinary Nursing Faculty Member at MidAmerica Nazarene University today!
The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award is an international recognition program that honors and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide everyday. The DAISY Foundation was established by the family of J. Patrick Barnes after he died from complication of the auto-immune disease Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) in 1999 at the age of 33. During his hospitalization, they deeply appreciated the care and compassion shown to Patrick and his entire family. When he died, they felt compelled to say “thank you” to nurses in a very public way. Please say thank you by sharing your story of how a nurse faculty member made a difference you will never forget!
Learn more by visiting the DAISY Foundation (opens in new window).
Send an email to nezehr@mnu.edu to nominate a nursing faculty member.
Past Daisy Faculty Award Recipients:
- Dr. Jennifer Ferguson, 2018
- Amanda Addis, 2019
- Dr. Karen Wiegman, 2020
- Ashley Hurt, 2021
- Alyson Clark, 2022
- Stacy Smith, 2023