Faculty
Sandra C. Brown, DNS, MN, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE, ANEF, FAANP, FAAN
Dean and Professor
Annisa Taylor, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE
Interim Chairperson / Assistant Professor
Professor
Wanda Spurlock, DNS, RN, GERO-BC, PMH-BC, CNE, FNGNA, ANEF, FGSA, FAAN
Assistant Professor
Ruby Sheree Miller, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC
Alicia Restivo, DNP, FNP-C
Perry Russell, DNP, APRN, FNP
Adjunct Faculty
Dominique Anderson, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, MSN
Mecca Daigre, DNP, FNP-C
Sandra Joiner, PharmD, MBA
Kourtni Luster, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Carla Sanders, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Overview
The program of study for the PhD in nursing requires 60 semester credit hours beyond the master’s degree: 9 hours of core courses; 18 hours of research (includes 3 credit hours for a research practicum and 3 hours for advanced research); 12 credits for focus of study; 9 credits for cognates (700 level and above); and 12 hours for dissertation. The program is designed to be completed in 7 semesters for students pursuing full-time study. Faculty are engaged in guiding PhD students in expanding the substantive body of evidence-based research to advance the science of nursing education. Students have been successful in getting their research published in peer-reviewed nursing journals and in presenting their research at state and national conferences.
Accreditation
The University is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The Master of Science in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Southern University and A&M College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791. All nursing programs are fully approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
PhD Student Learning Outcomes
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Synthesize knowledge from nursing as well the biological and behavioral phenomena relevant to the discipline of nursing.
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Conduct, independently, and communicate research that advances the body of scientific nursing knowledge.
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Integrate advanced knowledge of nursing and related disciplines to construct, analyze, and test theoretical models that are pertinent to the practice of nursing.
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Apply knowledge of philosophical and ethical principles and methods in analyzing health related issues and practice dilemmas.
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Provide leadership for nursing in clinical, academic, and/or political settings.
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Integrate in-depth knowledge of theory and research into a substantive field of study.
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Seek new opportunities for exploring phenomena of concern to nursing and health care.
Admissions Requirements
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Academic Preparation: A master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university as evidenced by an official transcript.
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Official Transcripts: Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
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GPA: A minimum overall cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for courses counted toward the student's Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master in Nursing (MN) degree, as indicated by official transcript is required for regular admission status.
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Letters of Recommendation: Three (3) letters of recommendation from (1) A former faculty member in a graduate nursing program; (2) An employer or advanced level professional in research, education, or leadership/administration who can attest to applicant's competencies; and (3) An individual of the applicant's choice who can attest to the applicant's character, level of integrity, professional traits, and the ability to successfully complete a doctorate in nursing practice program with academic excellence.
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Statement of Interest: Submission of a 500-1000-word statement of interest that addresses the applicant's personal goals for doctoral study which are congruent with the PhD Program goals and how PhD education is important to the fulfillment of applicant's career goals.
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Curriculum Vitae / Resume: Submission of current curriculum vitae / resume which includes dated employment history and clinical practice experience, licenses, certifications, honors, awards, professional memberships, and scholarly works, such as grants, publications, and presentations.
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Sample of Scholarly Writing: Scholarly writing sample in health care or nursing research, including any publications or research.
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GRE: A satisfactory Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score taken within 5 years of the application.
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Licensure: Evidence of a current unencumbered Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license with no restrictions.
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Statistics Course: Completion of a prerequisite master’s level (500 or 600 level) statistics course.
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Interview: An interview of the applicant.
Application Submission: To apply online for admissions to the SUBR Graduate School and the School of Nursing Graduate Nursing Program, please visit https://www.subr.edu/page/1236.
Admissions Application Deadlines: April 15 (Fall Semester) and November 1 (Spring Semester)
Review and Notification Process: Once the SUBR Graduate School receives a complete application packet with all required materials, it is forwarded to the School of Nursing Graduate Nursing Program Admissions Committee for review. The Graduate Nursing Program Admissions Committee reviews the application packet and renders the admission recommendation to the Chair of the Graduate Nursing Program and the Dean of the School of Nursing. Each applicant is notified of the admissions decision by the Graduate School and the School of Nursing.
Enrollment Status:
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Regular Admission: All required documents have been submitted. All Graduate School and Graduate Nursing Program criteria are met.
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Provisional Admission: Missing documents/credentials. All Graduate School and Graduate Nursing Program criteria are met.
Transfer Credit
Graduate credits may be transferred only from a regionally accredited university or college (a recognized university, if international) and in courses where a student has earned a grade of “B” or better. Graduate credits may be transferred only when they can be reconciled with the requirements of the PhD program. A maximum of six (6) hours of doctoral level courses taken at a doctoral degree granting institution may be transferred provided that:
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Those six credit hours are comparable to courses listed on the student's PhD plan of study.
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Those six credit hours are at an age that will render them not more than five years old at the time of initial enrollment in a doctoral program at Southern University.
Only graduate level courses (500 level and above) may be transferred. A transfer of credit application form with approvals by a department advisor and chairperson, official transcripts and a plan of study must be submitted to the Graduate School for approval no later than the end of the first semester of enrollment in a graduate degree program.
Degree Candidacy / Graduation Requirements
Graduation is based on satisfactory completion of all course work in an approved program of study. Students must also meet all graduation requirements of the University. Successful completion of the qualifying examination and an approved dissertation/capstone topic qualifies students to apply for admission to doctoral candidacy. PhD students must present and defend their dissertation proposal to their doctoral committee/chair upon successful advancement to candidacy. The dissertation defense is the final oral examination of the completed dissertation, and it is under the supervision of the student’s doctoral committee/chair.
All PhD students must also complete a qualifying examination exam.
Time Limit
All program requirements for the doctoral degree must be completed within eight (8) years from the date the first credit hours are earned. All doctoral work must be completed within five (5) calendar years after the student passes the qualifying examination.
Plan of Study
Core Courses
Electives