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It's Macy Monday: Meet Maya Wold

Maya Wold, a behavioral health counseling student, has great compassion, empathy and ambition. She loves to help other people and listen to their stories. She sought a mentor from whom she could learn because of their similarities and differences.

To read her story and find out more about the program and how you can become a Macy Undergraduate Leadership Fellow.

May 31
Press Conference Held for Report that Shows Disparities Limiting Access to Healthcare Services
Rose Ann DiMaria-Ghalili, PhD, associate dean for Interprofessional Research and Development and professor, was quoted in May 6 KDKA-TV (CBS-Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) and WHTM-TV (ABC-Harrisburg, Pennsylvania) stories about areas where people don’t have reasonable access to a pharmacy, and other health care access disparities across Pennsylvania found in recent report co-authored by DiMaria-Ghalili, Laura Gitlin, PhD, dean of the College, and AARP-PA. DiMaria-Ghalili was also quoted in a May 6 CNHI Pennsylvania’s Newspapers article about the report, which was republished by several outlets including The Daily Item (Sunbury, Pennsylvania) and The Herald (Sharon, Pennsylvania). Laura Gitlin, PhD, dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a May 7 Public News Service article. KDKA-AM (Pittsburgh) also reported the story. A story appeared in Metro Philadelphia on May 9.

Dean Gitlin was quoted in a May 10 Berks Community Television article about the report. Al Dia News also reported the story on May 11.

The Press conference was help on May 6 to introduce CNHP/AARP PA's new health disparities report that highlights inequities in rural and low resourced areas of the state, and underrepresented populations (particularly Black/African American and Latino), who lack access to health care, experience digital divide, and face persistent local healthcare workforce shortages. Speakers included:
- Rose Ann DiMaria-Ghalili, PhD, RN, FASPEN, FAAN, FGSA, Professor of Nursing, Associate Dean for of Interprofessional Research and Development
- Laura Gitlin, PHD, FGSA, FAAN, Dean .and Distinguished University Professor, Drexel University
- Jean Accius, PhD, Senior Vice President, Global Thought Leadership, AARP
- Angela Foreshaw-Rouse, Manager of State Operations and Outreach, AARP Pennsylvania
- Nancy Mimm, DNP, Assistant Professor of Population Health Nursing, Harrisburg University
- Geoffrey Roche, Executive Director of Strategic Healthcare Initiatives, Harrisburg University
- David Saunders, Director, Office of Health Equity, Pennsylvania Department of Health
The press conference is available to view.
May 26
Christopher Vatral Thesis Defense
Please join the Department of Nutrition Sciences for the Thesis Defense of Christopher Vatral.
- June 1, 2021
- Time: 11:30 a.m.
- Join via Zoom
The title of his thesis is:

Evaluation of Consumers Behavior, Knowledge, and Attitudes Around the Recommendation Not to Wash Raw Poultry

Committee Members: Jennifer Quinlan, PhD, (chair), professor and interim chair, Departments of Nutrition Science and Food and Hospitality Management; Jennifer Nasser, PhD, associate professor and director of the PhD Program, Nutrition Sciences; Stella Volpe, PhD, department head and professor, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
- Zoom
- Meeting ID: 858 3856 4707
- Passcode: 753162
May 25
It's Macy Monday: Meet Seoyoung Park

Seoyoung Park is a nursing student who moved to the U.S. from Seoul, South Korea at age 13. This STAR scholar wanted a mentor who could help her explore different career choices and opportunities and develop skill in interacting with patients, co-workers and families successfully.

To read her story and find out more about the program and how you can become a Macy Undergraduate Leadership Fellow.

May 24
Tuesday Topic: Tuesday Topic: Ethically Speaking: Infusing Responsible Conduct of Research across the College
- May 25
- 4–5:00 p.m.
- Live Webcast
We will discuss infusing RCR training to ensure a culture of scientific integrity, which empowers researchers to hold themselves and others to high ethical standards.

Presenters
- Rose Ann DiMaria-Ghalili, PhD, Associate Dean for Interprofessional Research and Development
All are welcome! Students, faculty, professional staff, and community providers are encouraged to attend. Presented by CNHP Research, Innovation & Discovery.

Register

Check out upcoming Tuesday Topics here.
May 24
Nutrition Sciences Senior Research Project Presentations
Please join us for a virtual poster session of senior research projects in Nutrition Sciences.
- Monday, May 24
- 12-1:30 p.m.
Students will be available to present and discuss their research in the Zoom links below on Monday.

Title: The Effectiveness of the MANNA Meal Program on Fruit, Vegetable, Fiber and Select Micronutrient Consumption of the MANNA Client Population
Authors: Raenah Campbell, Alixandra Crompton, Mary Weiss, Juliette Kessell

Zoom link: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/9472339442#success

Title: The Assessment of Dietary Sodium Consumption in MANNA Clients Using a Food Frequency Questionnaire
Authors: Halima Begum, Chris Fu, Ahmad Qabazard

Zoom link: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/85747959360?pwd=VjhmV2VmRWQzQ3gzYmxVOUdxWmhHZz09
- Meeting ID: 857 4795 9360
- Passcode: 901275
May 24
It's Macy Monday: Meet Jedidah Groseclose

Jedidah Groseclose, having grown up in Suriname before moving to North Carolina, has a love of travel. She is always looking to broaden her experiences and try new things. Since she tends to be more introverted, she looked for a mentor to help her step outside my comfort zone.

To read her story and find out more about the program and how you can become a Macy Undergraduate Leadership Fellow.

May 17
Tuesday Topic: Meaning Well Isn’t Always Doing Well
- May 18
- 4–5:00 p.m.
- Live Webcast
Are you interested in how we open the path to inclusion, if we are having an impact and what allyship means? Join us for an exploration of ideologies.

Presenters
- Maurice Cottman, Director, Student Center, Multicultural Programming. Drexel University
All are welcome! Students, faculty, professional staff, and community providers are encouraged to attend. Presented by the Board of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Veronica Carey, PhD, chair.

Register

Check out upcoming Tuesday Topics here.
May 17
11th St. and Roberta Waite's Work Featured in New Report

The Stephen and Sandra Sheller 11th St Health Center operated in partnership with FPCN was highlighted and a published work by Roberta Waite, EdD, professor, associate dean for Community-Centered Health & Wellness and Academic Integration and executive director of the Stephen & Sandra Sheller 11th St. Family Health Services, was cited in Future of Nursing Report; Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity published by the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine which was released May 11, 2021

The report looks at nursing as a way to reduce health disparities and promote equity, while considering costs, utilizing technology, and maintaining patient and family-focused care into 2030.

May 17
AAN Features CNHP/AARP PA Study

Disrupting Disparities in Pennsylvania Retooling for Geographic, Racial and Ethnic Growth, a report authored by Rose Ann DiMaria-Ghalili, PhD, professor and associate dean for Interprofessional Research and Development, Laura N. Gitlin, PhD, dean, distinguished University professor and executive director of the AgeWell Collaboratory, and AARP PA was featured in a piece for the American Academy of Nursing’s COVID-19 Digest. DiMaria-Ghalili and Gitlin are both fellows of the Academy.

The academy serves the public and the nursing profession by advancing health policy through organizational excellence and effective nursing leadership. The Academy and its more than 2,800 members, known as fellows, create and execute evidence-based and policy-related initiates to advance America's health system.

May 13
Alumni Weekend 2021

This year, celebrate Alumni Weekend from the comfort and safety of home. While it may look different than years past, some things haven’t changed. Alumni Weekend is still your time to connect with classmates, celebrate everything you love about Drexel and see what your alma mater is up to today. So, tell your friends, download a festive Zoom background and get your favorite pair of sweatpants ready — Alumni Weekend is just a click away!

CNHP Events of Interest

DUBAC VIRTUAL ALUMNI WEEKEND MIXER Saturday, May 22 | 4 to 6 p.m. ET The Drexel University Black Alumni Council invites you to its annual mixer. It may look a little different this year, but in person or online, it’s always a good time when this group gets together! Get updates from DUBAC leadership and take a virtual tour of the new Center for Black Culture on campus. Plus, four award recipients will be honored: Veronica Carey, PhD (Dr. Ewaugh F. Fields Legacy Award), Cleo ’78 and Denise ’80 Kirkland (Distinguished Alumni of the Year Award) and Randy Holmes ’70 (Paragon Trailblazer Award).

AN AFTERNOON AT THE BARNES: EXPERIENCING ART FOR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS Saturday, May 22 | Session 1: 12 to 1 p.m. and Session 2: 3 to 4 p.m. ET Through a joint venture pioneered by Drexel’s Physician Assistant Program, educational experts at the Barnes Foundation have developed programming that teaches participants critical work and life skills through observing and discussing art. Join us for this interactive virtual experience and immerse yourself in this program which has been applied to disciplines as diverse as medicine, business, social justice, public service, and education. Our speakers will share a short history of the Barnes Foundation, how the partnership with Drexel emerged, and will then offer guided prompts for how to view selected pieces of artwork. Afterwards, reconvene for a discussion about your experience and how it can be applied in your personal and professional lives.

Information and Registration

May 13
Tunick is a Guest on the BBC's The Naked Scientists

Michael Tunick, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Food and Hospitality Management, was interviewed on May 9 by Chris Smith on BBC Radio's Naked Scientists program. He discussed fermentation and cheese making on the broadcast, which was sent to Great Britain, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.

May 13
Applying Drexel’s 1891 Vision to Address COVID-19 Health Inequities
Applying Drexel’s 1891 Vision to Address COVID-19 Health Inequities
- Thursday, May 13
- 7 to 9 p.m. EST
- CEUs Available
- Lecture and Panel Discussion
- Via Live Webcast
Anthony J. Drexel understood the power of adaptability and innovation to meet societal demands. COVID-19 has stretched our individual and national capacity in ways never imaged. However, we are resilient, adaptable and innovative. This session will discuss how Drexel's Vision is more relevant than ever and how it can be leveraged to mitigate the effects of COVID-19, particularly the health disparities that lead to the worst outcomes. We will discuss strategies and roles for physical therapists in the classroom, the clinic and the community that will help produce a more rapid and effective response to current needs.

Guest Lecturers:
- Hadiya Green Guerror, PT, DPT
  Hadiya Green Guerrero, PT, DPT is a senior practice specialist in the Department of Professional Affairs, Clinical Practice of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). She is the chair of the Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the Physical Activity Alliance (PAA) and a steering group member of Movement is Life. Green Guerrero is also an adjunct professor in the DPT Program at Drexel University.
- Lisa VanHoose, PT, PhD, MPH
  Lisa VanHoose, PT, PhD, MPH is an associate professor and program director in the Physical Therapy Department at the University of Louisiana Monroe. She served on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion staff workgroup for the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). She currently serves on the Special Populations: Nursing Home subcommittee for Gov. John Bel Edwards Louisiana COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force. She has been an advocate for movement of all persons, including the elimination of social policies and practices that are barriers to movement friendly environments.
Panelists:
- Senetta L. Boyd, MSW, social work manager at the Stephen and Sandra Sheller 11th Street Family Health Services of Drexel University in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network.
- Melanie Ferdinand, PT, DPT, Main Line HomeCare & Hospice.
- Mary Thornton-Bowmer, DNP, MSN, CRNP, FNP-BC, primary care coordinator, leader nurse practitioner at the Stephen and Sandra Sheller 11th Street Family Health Services of Drexel University in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network.
Register
May 12
May is a Month of Awareness, Recognition and Thanks

The United States celebrates May as Military Appreciation Month. My father is a veteran who served in the United States Army. He, and so many others, have offered a lasting impact on our country and should be honored for the sacrifices made to support our freedoms today. As we know, this occurred during a time when Black people were not fully recognized and given all of the opportunities, as citizens, but still, thousands of people of color fought for our country. May 7th is also Military Spouse Appreciation Day. May 15th is Armed Forces Day and May 31st is Memorial Day. There are so many opportunities to salute our veterans and current armed forces.

May is also Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. CNHP pays tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched this country's history and who are essential to its future success. Unfortunately, this is a community experiencing both hate speech and violence. CNHP stands firmly against racial and ethnic acts of violence and intimidation. Remember if you are on campus and you see something, please say something.

The month of May also recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month. As a psychiatric rehabilitation specialist, writing in the times of a pandemic and an anti-racism movement, attention to one’s mental health is very important and essential. Do not hesitate to reach out to Drexel’s resources of student counseling, EEOC for employees, and local support groups and to also check in on peers, family, and friends during the month and beyond.

May is also National Nurses Month and CNHP is honored to acknowledge nursing alumni, current nursing students and faculty. CNHP values nurses nationally and abroad for all their efforts from frontline, hospital, testing and vaccine interventions.

CNHP is proud to demonstrate how purpose and dedication and commitment to lifelong learning will create a health professional workforce primed to meet the needs of patients, clients and customers in the future.

Veronica Carey, PhD, CPRP
Assistant Dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Chair of the Board of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

May 12
Register for May 13 and May 25 Racial Injustice Listening Sessions
On May 13 and May 25, there will be Listening Sessions focusing on racial injustice. The College of Nursing and Health Professions is committed to addressing all types of injustice.

Veronica Carey, PhD, assistant dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, invites faculty, professional staff and students to join us for a facilitated discussion about accountability and how we move forward after the verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin. Prepare to educate and be educated about how CNHP can move toward racial justice.
- May 13
- 4 p.m.
- Via Live Webcast
- RSVP
- May 25
- 9 a.m.
- Via Live Webcast
- RSVP
May 12
It's Macy Monday: Meet Naomi Kaufman

Naomi Kaufman's passions are being an active member of my community and participating in as much community service as possible. In the Macy program, she was looking for a mentor who is enthusiastic about the work they do in the healthcare field and can help develop her communications skills.

To read her story and find out more about the program and how you can become a Macy Undergraduate Leadership Fellow.

May 10
Tuesday Topic: E-Learning Capacity Building in Under Resourced Regions: Lessons Learned and Strategies for Success
- May 11
- 4–5:00 p.m.
- Live Webcast
This presentation will discuss the journey and lessons learned from a project in Cameroon—to build capacity in online learning in higher ed ind create an infrastructure that is sustained over time.

Presenters
- Fran Cornelius, PhD
- Michel N. Maboh, PhD, Biaka University Institute of Buea
- Dana Kemery, EdD
All are welcome! Students, faculty, professional staff, and community providers are encouraged to attend. Presented by CNHP Faculty Affairs.

Register

Check out upcoming Tuesday Topics here.
May 10
CLASS Online Spring Workshop: Reading Strategies
Reading is an important part of learning and managing the reading load in college can be challenging.
- May 11
- 5 - 6 p.m. (online)
Join the Peer Academic Coaches from the Center for Learning and Academic Success Services for a live online workshop on strategies to help you approach your reading more efficiently and effectively. This workshop will cover tools and techniques to use before, during, and after reading, as well as approaches for different types of reading assignments. Please RSVP in advance. Workshop will take place in BlackBoard Collaborate. Students who RSVP will receive a link via e-mail on the day of the workshop.
May 10
24 Hours of Impact—The Rise of Dragons

Tomorrow is 24 Hours of Impact, Drexel University’s Day of Giving and Dragons everywhere are taking flight.

Visit Drexel.edu/24 and elevate CNHP and the University to new heights.

May 4
It's Macy Monday: Meet Christina Gian

Christina Gian hopes to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and maybe become a researcher in clinical or pediatric nutrition. Gian wants her mentor and the program to help her grow out of her shell and learn to speak up more.

To read her story and find out more about the program and how you can become a Macy Undergraduate Leadership Fellow.

May 3
Tuesday Topic: To Sim, To Play, Per Chance to Learn
- May 4
- 4–5:00 p.m.
- Live Webcast
Are you interested in discovering what Sim learning is happening at CNHP? Presenters will share a few experiences that are giving students and faculty the space to comfortably take risks.

Presenters
- Kate Morse, PhD, Assistant Dean, Experiential Learning and Innovation
- Cory Brodsky, Simulation and Clinical Lab Specialist
- Abby Dougherty, PhD, Counseling Program Director for the CAT Department and Assistant Clinical Professor, Creative Arts Therapies
- Geneieve Porrecca, MSN, Assistant Clinical Professor and Simulation Education Specialist, Undergraduate Nursing
- Maureen Gonzalez, MSN, Assistant Clinical Professor, Undergraduate Nursing
- Jen Carroll, MSN, Assistant Clinical Professor, Undergraduate Nursing
All are welcome! Students, faculty, professional staff, and community providers are encouraged to attend. Presented by the CNHP Simulation Committee.

Register

Check out upcoming Tuesday Topics here.
May 3
CLASS Online Spring Workshop: Reading Strategies
Reading is an important part of learning and managing the reading load in college can be challenging.
- May 5 and May 11
- 5 - 6 p.m. (online)
Join the Peer Academic Coaches from the Center for Learning and Academic Success Services for a live online workshop on strategies to help you approach your reading more efficiently and effectively. This workshop will cover tools and techniques to use before, during, and after reading, as well as approaches for different types of reading assignments. Please RSVP in advance. Workshop will take place in BlackBoard Collaborate. Students who RSVP will receive a link via e-mail on the day of the workshop.
May 3