MNU gives nursing students of all levels a combination of flexibility and hands-on instruction to learn valuable skills in the way that works for you.
Rigorous courses of study, state-of-the-art facilities, subject matter experts in the classroom, academic partnerships with regional hospitals, hands-on learning, and excellent career preparation — current students and recent grads alike sang the praises of MNU’s School of Nursing in the 2025 Niche rankings of Best Colleges in America. MNU was ranked the top nursing school in Kansas.
MNU has one of the top nursing degree programs in Kansas. For many years, we have graduated more nurses than any other university in the state. Our expert nursing faculty takes great pride in mentoring and supporting students of all levels along their journeys. Even with their busy lives, nursing students at MNU feel like they are part of our campus and vibrant community.
We created the RISE Opportunity Scholarship for working adults because there is a place in the world for your unique talents, hopes and dreams. Let’s RISE to the opportunity together.
The RISE Opportunity Scholarship offers working adults up to $6,000 toward qualified graduate degrees, accelerated degrees and certificate programs. It’s our investment in your future.
The RISE Opportunity Scholarship is not based on financial need but on your acceptance into an eligible degree or certificate program.
Find the nursing program that’s right for you. Talk to your MNU team to customize your journey.
PhD; Organic Chemistry, Yale UniversityÂ
MS; Organic Chemistry, Yale UniversityÂ
BS; Chemistry, Denison University
Dr. Hodges began her career in higher education at Azusa Pacific University as a chemistry professor from 2008 to 2014. She then moved to MNU where she taught and in 2018 was appointed Chair of the Department of Natural, Health, and Mathematical Sciences. From 2022-2023, before accepting the Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Hodges was the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.
Dr. Hodges’ career research has focused on protein folding and protein engineering, and she has mentored over twenty students in these research projects. She has also furthered the MNU first-year experience program and chaired the General Education committee for five years. Dr. Hodges was recognized as the MNU Faculty of the Year in 2021.
Dr. Hodges lives in Olathe with her husband Ryan and two boys.