College of Nursign & Health Innovation

Graduate Student News

Fall 2009

Six of our Interdisciplinary PhD and Nutrition MS students were awarded research grants from the
ASU Graduate and Professional Student Association.

  • Kristin Heumann, PANW, PhD - "Exercise Training and the Effects on Bone”
  • Melanie Mitros, PANW, PhD - "Evaluation of Stay in Balance Wellness Program"
  • Christy Appel, PANW, PhD - "Effect of Apple Cider Vinegar on Fat Oxidation”
  • Brandy Jo Milleron, PANW, PhD - "EatSmart Healthy Shopping Intervention"
  • Megan Grimstvedt, PANW, PhD - "Physical Activity Counseling Curriculum"
  • Sharon Thompson, NTR MS - "Effect of pinto, black and dark red kidney bean consumption on
    glucose levels in persons with type 2 diabetes."

Spring 2008

Outstanding Graduates Spring 2008

Spring 2007

  • Adriana Rivera, one of our doctoral students, has just been awarded the Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) for her proposal “Motivation for Physical Activity in Older Hispanic Women,” June 26, 2007. Sponsors/mentors on the grant were Drs. Julie Fleury and Colleen Keller.
  • Preceptors of the Year 2007
  • Students of the Year 2007

April 2007

PhD and DNP Programs Approved by Arizona Board of Regents

July 5, 2006

ASU College of Nursing and Health Innovation launches the Master of Healthcare Innovation progam -- the first of its kind in the nation!