College of Health & Human Sciences

Publication

De Nardo, Thales, and Elizabeth Minton. Drug-induced Stuttering: A Case Study. Journal of Fluency Disorders, Jun. 2025. 

Presentation

De Nardo, T., Green, J., Woolwine, E., North Carolina Speech-Language Hearing Association Conference, “Unlocking Communication in the Real World: A Practical Approach to Stuttering Therapy.” 

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Elliott, G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), Kelleher, K. M. (Author Only), Staff Skills Blitz, “Safe Swallowing Strategies,” Givens Estates, Givens Estates, Asheville, NC. 

Presentations 

Torrence, C. (Presenter & Author), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, “Meeting the needs of students, caregivers, and a community: A hybrid dementia course and respite offered by a regional comprehensive university,” Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC. 

Thaggard, E. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Author Only), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Torrence, C. (Author Only), SoCon Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF), “Preparing Future Healthcare Providers for Dementia Care: A Service-Learning Approach,” Wofford University, Spartanburg, SC. 

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Rice, T. K., Hearing Expo, “The Sound of Success,” Relay North Carolina, Hyatt, Asheville, NC. 

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Pedonti, S. (Presenter & Author), Becker, D. (Author Only), Broomell, A. (Author Only), Wofford, C. (Author Only), Grist, C. L. (Author Only), Watson, M. (Author Only), Society for Research in Child Development Biennial, “Associations among Parental Science and Nature Beliefs, Language Reciprocity & Child Physical Activity and Inhibitory Control,” SRCD, Minneapolis, MN. 

Presentations 

Hyatt, A. W., APTA CSM, “Effect of focus of attention on affected lower extremity use during sit to stand post stroke,” San Diego, CA. 

Hyatt, A. W., APTA CSM, “Reliability and Validity of Body Align Pro During a Seated Lateral Weight Shifting Task,” San Antonio, TX. 

Hyatt, A. W., APTA CSM, “The effect of focus of attention on seated weight shifting in individual post acute stroke,” Virtual, NC. 

Hyatt, A. W., APTA CSM, “Shift Your Learning: Does Focus of Attention Strategies Impact Motor Learning in Adults Post Acute Stroke?,” Denver, CO.

Presentations 

Pollard, H. T. (Presenter & Author), Kurbow-Wilcox, K. (Author Only), Hood-Moore, K. (Author Only), American Physical Therapy Association Combined Sections Meeting, “Does Perturbation-Based Training Reduce Fall Risk or Fall Incidence Post Stroke?,” Virtual. 

Pollard, H. T., Keyser, K. (Presenter & Author), Scruggs, A. (Presenter & Author), American Physical Therapy Association Mississippi Fall Conference, “From Weak to Strong: Increasing Activity and Sports Participation in Individuals with Down Syndrome,” Oxford, MS. 

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Adams, E. C., Gravidas at Risk, “Gravid Eating Disorders: Anorexia, Buliema and Binging,” Northwest AHEC, Crown Plaza, Hickory, NC.

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Ahn, J., Coast & Environment Seminar, “Partitioning of Volatile Organic Compounds into Multiple Environmental Compartments,” Louisiana State University, Dalton J Woods Auditorium, Energy Coast & Environment Building, Baton Rouge, LA. 

Publication

Harmer, Lisabeth Lynn, et al. Opioid Use Disorder and Pharmacological Treatment in Southwestern North Carolina: NC SID Database 2000-2020. Southern Medical Journal, doi:10.14423/SMJ.0000000000001862. 

Presentation

Young, L. L., Alemu, B. (Author Only), Society for Social Work and Research Annual Conference, “Reducing the Burden of Opioid Use Disorder in North Carolina: Epidemiological Trends and Harm Reduction Study,” Society for Social Work and Research, Seattle, WA. 

Publications 

Braithwaite, Susan Smith, and Susan J Barcinas. Paramedic Professional Identity: A Qualitative Case Study Using a Role Theory Lens. Paramedicine, Sep. 2025. 

Braithwaite, Susan Smith, and Ashley Brooke Thrasher. Drawing for Retention in Emergency Medical Services Education Part 1: Technique and Process. Pedagogy in Health Promotion, Aug. 2025, doi:10.1177/23733799251377763. 

Braithwaite, Susan Smith, and Ashley Brooke Thrasher. The Drawing for Retention in Emergency Medical Services Education Part 2: Impact on Student Learning. Pedagogy in Health Promotion, Aug. 2025, doi:10.1177/23733799251377771. 

Braithwaite, Susan Smith, et al. Enhancing Learning Through Role-Play in a Low-Fidelity Disaster Simulation. no. 2/Article 2, Innovations in Health Sciences Education Journal, Jun. 2025, p. 8, doi:https://doi.org/ 10.32873/unmc.dc.ihsej.0062. 

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Duncan, S. (Presenter & Author), Braithwaite, S. S., Rowe, S. (Presenter Only), North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Center NORA Webinar Series, “The Use and Development of Low-cost Tools to Assess Emergency Medical Services Providers Exposures to Fine Particle Pollution,” North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Center, Webinar. 

Publications

Campbell, Mackenzie, et al. Aedes Japonicus: A Tenant Invader in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. no. 1, Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association, Jan. 2025, p. 34–38., doi:10.2987/24-7203. 

Craig, M, et al. Improved Surveillance of Aedes Triseriatus Using the BG-Pro Trap: Implications for Sampling Host-Seeking La Crosse Virus Vectors. no. 3, Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association, Sep. 2025, pp. 151–55, doi:10.2987/24-7204. 

Romero-Weaver, A L, et al. Survey in the Southeastern USA Reveals the Need for Improved Invasive Mosquito Surveillance.. no. 2, Journal of the American Mosquito Control Association, Jun. 2025, pp. 77–85, doi:10.2987/25-7216. 

Presentations 

Byrd, B. D., North Carolina Mosquito and Vector Control Association Annual Meeting, “La Crosse Encephalitis: From Case to Control,” NCMVCA, Double Tree Hilton, Atlantic Beach, NC. 

Weight, A., Byrd, B. D., Lazear, H., American Society for Virology Annual Meeting Annual Meeting, “La Crosse virus exhibits lineage-specific and age-dependent susceptibility phenotypes in wild-type and Collaborative Cross mice,” American Society for Virology Annual Meeting, Montreal, Canada. 

Craig, M. (Presenter & Author), Connelly, R., Lundy, N., Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Developing a cohort of active tree holes for La Crosse virus interventions,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Alexandar, H. (Presenter & Author), Boyce, R., Londono-Renteria, B., Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Developing salivary gland ELISAs to measure human exposure to La Crosse virus vectors,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Mullin, M. (Presenter & Author), Sither, C., Lee, Y., Campbell, L., Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Evaluating a modified CO2-baited CDC light trap to improve trapping effectiveness in a La Crosse virus endemic area.,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Craig, M. (Presenter & Author), Sither, C., Connelly, R., Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Evaluation of surveillance traps for host-seeking La Crosse virus vectors in Southern Appalachia,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Mullin, M. (Presenter & Author), Lee, Y., Campbell, L., Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Like a moth to an interrupted flame – modifying the CDC light trap to increase species richness,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Stamey, J. (Presenter & Author), Bintz, B., Nordgulen, M., Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Measuring blood meal degradation in the primary La Crosse virus vector Aedes triseriatus,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Sither, C., Rothermund, M. (Author Only), Guilliams, B. (Author Only), Byrd, B. D., Huffman, S. W. (Presenter & Author), American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Predicting Aedes triseriatus Parity and Age with Mid-Infrared Spectroscopy,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Stamey, J. (Presenter & Author), Nordgulen, M., Riles, M., Killingsworth, D., Connelly, R., Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Towards residential control of the eastern tree hole mosquito (Aedes triseriatus) – results of a larval bioassay field trial of Altosid SR20 in a La Crosse endemic area,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Byrd, B. D., American Mosquito Control Association Annual Conference, “Whitewater Mosquito Patrol: Rafting the River, Battling the Bite,” American Mosquito Control Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico. 

Cabe, H., Byrd, B. D., Youker, R., Annual Meetings of the Association of Southeastern Biologists, “La Crosse Virus detection through optimization of a commercial Immunofluorescence Assay,” Association of Southeastern Biologists, Myrtle Beach, SC. 

Byrd, B. D., Mid-Atlantic Mosquito Control Association 50th Annual Meeting, “Advancing Prevention and Response to La Crosse Encephalitis in NC,” Mid-Atlantic Mosquito Control Association, Newport News, VA. 

Presentations 

Dagenhard, P. C., Fall Forum, “Basic HeartMath Resilience Techniques in recreational Therapy,” North Carolina Recreational Therapy Association, Western Piedmont Community College, Morganton, NC. 

Dagenhard, P. C., Student Professional Issues Forum, “HeartMath Techniques in Recreational Therapy and EmWave Software basics,” North Carolina Recreational Therapy Association, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC. 

Publications 

Dysart, Anna, and Minu Thomas. Associations Between Social Media Usage, Physical Activity and Flourishing in University Students. Journal of Appalachian Health, Dec. 2025, doi:https://doi.org/10.13023/jah.0704.08. 

Dysart, Anna. “Perioperative Nutrition Management Through Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Protocols and Immunonutrition.” Essentials of Clinical and Public Health Nutrition, Springer Nature Switzerland, 2025, pp. 391–411, doi:10.1007/978-3-031-95373-6_18. 

Thomas, Minu, et al. Social Media, Diet Quality, and Well-being: A Pilot Study in Rural Appalachian University Students. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Oct. 2025, doi:doi:10.1016/j.jand.2025.06.195. 

Presentations

Thomas, M. (Presenter & Author), Dysart, A. (Presenter & Author), Jossan, A. A. (Author Only), Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE), “Social Media, Diet Quality, and Well-being: A Pilot Study in Rural Appalachian University Students,” Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, The Music City Center, Nashville, TN. 

Thomas, M. (Presenter & Author), Dysart, A. (Author Only), Research and Scholarship Conference (RASC), “The Role of Social Media in Dietary Behavior and Well-Being: A Pilot Study Among University Students in a Rural Appalachian Region,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. 

Publications 

Hall, Kim. Evaluation of Nantahala Lake Water Quality, Quarterly Report – October 2025. 2025. 

Hall, Kim. Evaluation of Nantahala Lake Water Quality, Quarterly Report – August 2025. 2025. 

Presentations

Hallyburton, C. L. (Presenter & Author), Da Costa, M. (Presenter & Author), Erskine, I. (Presenter & Author), Transform 2025, “Bridging Research and Practice: Preparing Nursing Students as Future Vaccine Decision-Making Leaders through a Course-Based Undergraduate Research Curriculum,” American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Anaheim, CA. 

Hallyburton, C. L. (Presenter & Author), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), UNC System Learning and Technology Symposium, “Student-Led Research as a Catalyst for Curriculum Relevance in an Applied Infectious Disease Course,” UNC System, The Friday Conference Center, 100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, United States. 

Erskine, I. (Presenter & Author), Hallyburton, C. L. (Author Only), CHHS Celebration of Student Scholarly Achievements, “Behavioral Theories and Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandates: Gaining a Better Understanding of Student Beliefs,” CHHS Student Engagement & IPE Committee, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC, United States. 

Erksine, I. (Presenter & Author), Hallyburton, C. L. (Author Only), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), WCU Research & Scholarship Conference, “Behavioral Theories and Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandates: Gaining a Better Understanding of Student Beliefs,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, NC, United States. 

Hurlburt, K. (Presenter & Author), Hallyburton, C. L. (Author Only), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), WCU Research & Scholarship Conference, “Comparing the Impact of a Classroom Curriculum on Pre-Nursing Students Reporting Historically Higher vs Historically Lower Influenza Vaccination Rates,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC, United States. 

Cox, G. (Presenter & Author), Hallyburton, C. L. (Author Only), WCU Research & Scholarship Conference, “First-Year WCU Students & Influenza Vaccination,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC, United States. 

Hallyburton, C. L. (Presenter & Author), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), WCU Research & Scholarship Conference, “Student-Led Research as a Catalyst for Curriculum Relevance in an Applied Infectious Disease Course,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. 

Presentation 

Hayes, R., NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, “Do Artificial Intelligence Scores Differ from Human Scores on Board-Style Exam Questions? A Critically Appraised Topic,” National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Orlando, FL. 

Presentations 

Hinton, J. L. (Presenter & Author), Girard, K. (Presenter & Author), North Carolina Recreational Therapy Association Annual Conference, “Using creative movement in recreational therapy sessions.,” North Carolina Recreational Therapy Association, Morganton, NC. 

Hinton, J. L. (Author Only), Singleton, D. F. (Presenter & Author), Southeast Recreational Therapy Symposium, “Using nature as therapy in RT settings,” Southeast Recreational Therapy Symposium, Greenville, SC. 

Presentations

Torrence, C. (Presenter & Author), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, “Meeting the needs of students, caregivers, and a community: A hybrid dementia course and respite offered by a regional comprehensive university,” Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC. 

Thaggard, E. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Author Only), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Torrence, C. (Author Only), SoCon Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF), “Preparing Future Healthcare Providers for Dementia Care: A Service-Learning Approach,” Wofford University, Spartanburg, SC. 

Logan, D. R., North Carolina Recreational Therapy Association Fall Forum, “The Call of the Wild (Nature) in Recreational Therapy,” North Carolina Recreational Therapy Association, Morganton, NC. 

Kelley, K. R. (Presenter & Author), Mathis, A. R. (Presenter & Author), Logan, D. R. (Presenter & Author), Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), “Faculty perspectives and experiences: Inclusive practices at the college level,” Southeastern Postsecondary Education Alliance (SEPSEA), Asheville, NC. 

Presentation 

Hunsinger, C. A. (Author Only), Owen, J. W. (Author Only), Knapp, J. (Author Only), Thrasher, A. B., 2025 North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting, “Exertional Rhabdomyolysis in a High School Football Player,” North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association, Winston-Salem, NC. 

Publications

Naff, Alena, et al. Professional Challenges of LGBQIA+ Athletic Trainers. no. 12, Journal of Athletic Training, Dec. 2025, pp. 889–989, doi:10.4085/1062-6050-0071.25. 

Eldredge, Scott Allen, et al. ADEPT: Building a Model of Communication for Athletic Training Students. Athletic Training Education Journal, 2025, doi:10.4085/1947-380X-24-051. 

Publications 

Dysart, Anna, and Minu Thomas. Associations Between Social Media Usage, Physical Activity and Flourishing in University Students. Journal of Appalachian Health, Dec. 2025, doi:https://doi.org/10.13023/jah.0704.08. 

Thomas, Minu, et al. Social Media, Diet Quality, and Well-being: A Pilot Study in Rural Appalachian University Students. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Oct. 2025, doi:doi:10.1016/j.jand.2025.06.195. 

Moffitt, Lily, and Minu Thomas. Influence of Social Media on Dietary Habits and Nutritional Choices in Adolescents: A Systematic Review of the Evidence. no. 4, International Journal of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Jul. 2025, pp. 211–25, doi:10.11648/j.ijnfs.20251404.14. 

Thomas, Minu. Eggs as Part of a Plant-Based Diet. Beneficial Effects for Metabolic Syndrome (MetS). no. Supplement 2, Current Developments in Nutrition, May 2025, p. 106146 (article number; CDiN uses article IDs instead of traditional page ranges)., doi:10.1016/j.cdnut.2025.106146. 

Presentations 

Kooyman, L. (Presenter & Author), Torrence, C. (Presenter & Author), Thomas, M. S. (Author Only), The American Public Health Association(APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo, “Exercise, Energy Drinks, and Kidney Health: A Qualitative Study Among Rural College Students,” The American Public Health Association(APHA), Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC. 

Thomas, M. (Presenter & Author), Dysart, A. (Presenter & Author), Jossan, A. A. (Author Only), Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE), “Social Media, Diet Quality, and Well-being: A Pilot Study in Rural Appalachian University Students,” Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, The Music City Center, Nashville, TN. 

Thomas, M. (Presenter & Author), Fernandez, M.-L. (Author Only), NUTRITION 2025, “Eggs as Part of a Plant-Based Diet. Beneficial Effects for Metabolic Syndrome (MetS),” American Society for Nutrition(ASN), Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL. 

Thomas, M. (Presenter & Author), Dysart, A. (Author Only), Research and Scholarship Conference (RASC), “The Role of Social Media in Dietary Behavior and Well-Being: A Pilot Study Among University Students in a Rural Appalachian Region,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. 

Moffitt, L. (Presenter & Author), Thomas, M. S. (Author Only), Research and Scholarship Conference (RASC), “Influence of Social Media on Dietary Habits and Nutritional Choices in Adolescents: A Systematic Review of the Evidence,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. 

Publications 

Naff, Alena, et al. Professional Challenges of LGBQIA+ Athletic Trainers. no. 12, Journal of Athletic Training, Dec. 2025, pp. 889–989, doi:10.4085/1062-6050-0071.25. 

Thrasher, Ashley Brooke, et al. The Impact of Onboarding During Transition to Practice for Newly Credentialed Athletic Trainers. no. 3, Journal of Athletic Training Education and Practice, Oct. 2025, pp. 257–64, doi:10.4085/1947-380X-25-009. 

Braithwaite, Susan Smith, and Ashley Brooke Thrasher. Drawing for Retention in Emergency Medical Services Education Part 1: Technique and Process. Pedagogy in Health Promotion, Aug. 2025, doi:10.1177/23733799251377763. 

Braithwaite, Susan Smith, and Ashley Brooke Thrasher. The Drawing for Retention in Emergency Medical Services Education Part 2: Impact on Student Learning. Pedagogy in Health Promotion, Aug. 2025, doi:10.1177/23733799251377771. 

Thrasher, Ashley Brooke, and Shannon L David. Early Professional Athletic Trainers’ Perceptions of Navigating Difficult Conversations During Transition to Practice. no. 6S, Journal of Athletic Training, Jun. 2025, p. S–46, https://nata.kglmeridian.com/view/journals/attr/60/6s/article-pS-1.xml. 

David, Shannon L, et al. Professional Socialization and Development Needs of Coordinators of Clinical Education. no. 6S, Jun. 2025, p. S–15, doi:10.4085/1938-162X-60.6s.S-1. 

Thrasher, Ashley Brooke, et al. Professional Socialization and Development Needs of Coordinators of Clinical Education. no. 2, Journal of Athletic Training Education and Practice, Apr. 2025, pp. 94–104, doi:10.4085/1947-380X-25-012. 

Wilkins, Nicole A, et al. Professional Socialization and Development of Athletic Training Program Directors. no. 1, Clinical Practice in Athletic Training, Mar. 2025, p. Article 1. 

Thrasher, Ashley Brooke, et al. Newly Credentialed Athletic Trainers’ Onboarding Process During the Transition to Practice. no. 1, Journal of Athletic Training, Jan. 2025, pp. 70–81, https://nata.kglmeridian.com/view/journals/attr/60/1/article-p70.xml. 

Presentations 

Kunkel, L. (Presenter & Author), Thrasher, A. B. (Author Only), Wilkins, N. A. (Author Only), David, S. L. (Author Only), Pagnotta, K. D. (Author Only), World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy World Congress, “Beyond the Classroom: Socializing Sports Medicine Faculty into Administrative Roles,” World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy, Dublin, Ireland. 

Thrasher, A. B., World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy World Congress, “Conquer the Conversation: Strategies for Incorporating Difficult Conversations into Athletic Training/Therapy Education,” World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy, Dublin, Ireland. 

Thrasher, A. B. (Presenter & Author), David, S. L. (Author Only), 76th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, “Early professional athletic trainers’ perceptions of navigating difficult conversations during transition to practice,” National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Orlando, FL. 

David, S. L. (Presenter & Author), Thrasher, A. B. (Author Only), Kunkel, L. (Author Only), 76th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, “Professional Socialization and Development Needs of Coordinators of Clinical Education,” National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Orlando, FL. 

Thrasher, A. B., David, S. L., 2025 Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Symposium, “Early professional athletic trainers’ perceptions of navigating difficult conversations during transition to practice,” Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association, Virginia Beach, VA. 

David, S. L. (Presenter & Author), Thrasher, A. B. (Author Only), Kunkel, L. (Author Only), 2025 Mid-American Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Symposium, “Professional Socialization and Development Needs of Coordinators of Clinical Education,” Mid-American Athletic Trainers’ Association, Omaha, NE. 

Wilkins, N. A. (Presenter & Author), Pagnotta, K. D. (Author Only), Kunkel, L. (Author Only), David, S. L. (Author Only), Thrasher, A. B. (Author Only), 2025 Mid-American Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting and Symposium, “Professional Socialization and Development of Athletic Training Professional Program Directors,” Mid-American Athletic Trainers’ Association, Omaha, NE. 

Thrasher, A. B., 2025 North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting, “Conquering the Conversation: Strategies for Navigating Conflict and Difficult Conversations with Confidence,” North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association, Winston-Salem, NC. 

Francis, L. E. (Presenter & Author), Cross, H. (Author Only), Thrasher, A. B. (Author Only), 2025 North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting, “Abnormal Presentation of a Lateral Bucket Handle Meniscal Tear in a High School Football Player: A Level 4 Case Study,” North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association, Winston-Salem, NC. 

Hunsinger, C. A. (Author Only), Owen, J. W. (Author Only), Knapp, J. (Author Only), Thrasher, A. B., 2025 North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting, “Exertional Rhabdomyolysis in a High School Football Player,” North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association, Winston-Salem, NC. 

Bailey, J. (Presenter & Author), Rocha, A. (Author Only), Patton, J. (Author Only), Thrasher, A. B., 2025 North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting, “Navicular Bone Contusion in a Collegiate Female Soccer Player: A Level 4 Case Study,” North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association, Wintson-Salem, NC. 

Thrasher, A. B., 2025 North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting, “Navigating Difficult Conversations through Transition to Practice,” North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association, Winston-Salem, NC. 

Villa, G. M. (Presenter & Author), Daniel, J. (Author Only), Thrasher, A. B. (Author Only), 2025 North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting, “Stress Reaction of Medial Malleolus and Right Medial Ankle Impingement Syndrome in a Division I Sprinter: A Level 4 Case Study,” North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association, Winston-Salem, NC. 

Wilkins, N. A. (Presenter & Author), Pagnotta, K. D. (Author Only), Kunkel, L. (Author Only), David, S. L. (Author Only), Thrasher, A. B., Association for Athletic Training Education (AATE) Symposium, “Professional Socialization and Development of Athletic Training Professional Program Directors,” Association for Athletic Training Education, Louisville, KY. 

Presentations 

Torrence, C. (Presenter & Author), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, “Meeting the needs of students, caregivers, and a community: A hybrid dementia course and respite offered by a regional comprehensive university,” Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC. 

Kooyman, L. (Presenter & Author), Torrence, C. (Presenter & Author), Thomas, M. S. (Author Only), The American Public Health Association(APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo, “Exercise, Energy Drinks, and Kidney Health: A Qualitative Study Among Rural College Students,” The American Public Health Association(APHA), Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC. 

Thaggard, E. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Author Only), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Torrence, C. (Author Only), SoCon Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF), “Preparing Future Healthcare Providers for Dementia Care: A Service-Learning Approach,” Wofford University, Spartanburg, SC. 

Torrence, C., Truong, K. (Author Only), WCU RASC, “Emergency Use and Cost Over Time,” Western Carolina University, WCU, Cullowhee, NC. 

Publications 

Wall-Bassett, Elizabeth. “Integrating Food Security and Health for Sustainable Well-being.” Essentials of Clinical and Public Health Nutrition, Humana, 2025, pp. 315–36, doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-95373-6_14. 

Hege, A, et al. Socio-demographic Risk Factors for Food Insecurity Among Students at Five North Carolina Colleges: The Influence on Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Perceived Health and Well-being. no. 103243, Preventative Medicine Reports, Sep. 2025, pp. 2211–3355. 

Presentation 

Wall-Bassett, E., Kelley, K. R., 2025 Engagement Scholarship Consortium (ESC) International Conference Bridging Resources to Build Stronger Communities, “Collaborative Cooking: Empowering Nutrition Through Inclusive Learning,” Engagement Scholarship Consortium, Roanoke, VA. 

Presentations 

Wilson, E. A., NC EMS Expo, “Are We Doing Enough to Protect Our Clinical Students,” North Carolina Office of EMS, Koury Convention Center, Greensboro, NC.

Publication 

Manspeaker, Sarah, et al. The Role of Athletic Trainers in Managing Asthma. NAP Times, 10 Mar. 2025. 

Presentations 

Williams, W. L. (Presenter & Author), Wade, J. M. (Presenter & Author), DeVaul, D. P. (Presenter & Author), Dickson-Clayton, J. J. (Presenter & Author), Zimmerman, E. P. (Presenter & Author), Whitfield, J. A. (Presenter & Author), NSAH 2025 Annual Conference, “Unity in Practice: Advancing DEI Through Interprofessional Approaches to Transforming Healthcare Equity,” National Society of Allied Health (NSAH), Norfolk State University, Norfolk, VA. 

Zimmerman, E. P. (Presenter & Author), Tracy, K. N. (Presenter & Author), Senior Leadership Fellows Advanced Program 2025, “The Five Paths to Leadership,” Western Carolina University, Waynesville Inn & Golf Club, Waynesville, NC. 

Publications 

Da Costa, Mariana, et al. Best Practices for Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion: Improving the Patient Experience. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, Jan. 2026. 

Dayton, Emma, et al. Addressing Referral Gaps Between Pediatric Primary Care and Mental Health. Elsevier BV, 2025, doi:10.2139/ssrn.5293973. 

Jackson, Brandy L., et al. Disability and Accommodation Use in US Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programs. no. 2, JAMA Network Open, Feb. 2025, p. e2461038, doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.61038. 

Presentations 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Optimizing NPs for Health Equity: Increasing Access to Primary Care and Enhancing Hypertension Control – 3-Part Series, “Strategies for Hypertension Control: NP-led Patient-centered Care,” National Nurse Led Care, webinar. 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Trombley, A. (Presenter & Author), PROPEL, “Beyond Hurricane Helene: Cultivating a Resilient Workforce for WNC,” Asheville Chamber of Commerce, Biltmore Park, Asheville, NC. 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Trombley, A. (Presenter & Author), 2024 Nurse Practitioner Spring Symposium, “Health Disparities and Substance Use Disorders: The Role of Primary Care and Integrative Services,” North Carolina Nursing Association, OMNI GROVE PARK INN ,, ASHEVILLE, NC. 

Bandell, J., Optimizing Nurse Care Coordinators in Hepatitis C Treatment Webinar, “Building Effective Hepatitis C Treatment Programs,” National Nurse- Led Care Consortium, Webinar. 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Anderson, C. (Presenter Only), NCNA Psych Retreat, “Health Disparities and Substance Use Disorders: The Role of Primary Care and Integrative Services,” NCNA, Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle, Cary, NC, United States. 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Trombley, A. (Presenter & Author), American Association of Nurse Practitioners-AANP Annual Conference, “Enhancing Transition to Practice: Academic/Professional Organization Collaboration for Graduating NP Students,” AANP, San Diego, California, San Diego, CA. 

Publication

Da Costa, Mariana, et al. Best Practices for Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion: Improving the Patient Experience. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, Jan. 2026. 

Presentations 

Hallyburton, C. L. (Presenter & Author), Da Costa, M. (Presenter & Author), Erskine, I. (Presenter & Author), Transform 2025, “Bridging Research and Practice: Preparing Nursing Students as Future Vaccine Decision-Making Leaders through a Course-Based Undergraduate Research Curriculum,” American Association of Colleges of Nursing, Anaheim, CA. 

Hallyburton, C. L. (Presenter & Author), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), UNC System Learning and Technology Symposium, “Student-Led Research as a Catalyst for Curriculum Relevance in an Applied Infectious Disease Course,” UNC System, The Friday Conference Center, 100 Friday Center Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, United States. 

Erksine, I. (Presenter & Author), Hallyburton, C. L. (Author Only), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), WCU Research & Scholarship Conference, “Behavioral Theories and Healthcare Worker Vaccine Mandates: Gaining a Better Understanding of Student Beliefs,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, NC, United States. 

Hurlburt, K. (Presenter & Author), Hallyburton, C. L. (Author Only), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), WCU Research & Scholarship Conference, “Comparing the Impact of a Classroom Curriculum on Pre-Nursing Students Reporting Historically Higher vs Historically Lower Influenza Vaccination Rates,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC, United States. 

Hallyburton, C. L. (Presenter & Author), Da Costa, M. (Author Only), WCU Research & Scholarship Conference, “Student-Led Research as a Catalyst for Curriculum Relevance in an Applied Infectious Disease Course,” Western Carolina University, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC. 

Publication

Forcina, Jill, et al. From COVID-19 to Hurricane Helene: Rethinking the Role of Nursing Students in Crisis Response. 1st ed., vol. 86, North Carolina Medical Journal, 2025, ncmedicaljournal.com. 

Presentations 

Durbin, T., Lovinaria, D. (Presenter & Author), Bonanno, L. (Presenter & Author), “CRNA to FAANA: Elevating Your Professional Legacy,” American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, Virtual, Rosemont, IL. 

Kretz-Notelle, T. (Presenter & Author), Durbin, T. (Presenter & Author), AANA – 2025 Annual Congress, “The Scholarly Shift: A Blueprint for the Nurse Anesthesiologist in Academia,” AANA, Music City Center, Nashville, TN. 

Durbin, T. (Presenter & Author), Anderson, L. (Author Only), Lefler, L. J. (Author Only), “Culturally Responsive Nursing Leadership: A Partnership with the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority,” American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2025 Access, Connection, Engagement Summit, Indianapolis, IN. 

Presentations

Elliott, G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), Knowlton, M. C. (Presenter & Author), Innovation with ELNEC Education [Webinar]. Advancing Palliative Care Education: Innovative Strategies in Undergraduate Programs., “End of Life + Beginning of Clinical =Better Together,” ELNEC, AACN. 

Elliott, G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), Kelleher, K. M. (Author Only), Staff Skills Blitz, “Safe Swallowing Strategies,” Givens Estates, Givens Estates, Asheville, NC. 

Knowlton, M. C. (Presenter & Author), Elliott, G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), ELNEC; Faculty Development and Leadership in Palliative Care Workshop: For Undergraduate and Graduate Faculty, “End of Life + Beginning of Clinical = Better Together ,” AACN, University of Portland, Portland, OR. 

Elliott, G. M. C., Legislative Webinar, “Advocacy SBAR,” AWHONN, Zoom.

G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), Messer, A. W. (Presenter & Author), Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses National Convention, “Nurses’ Attitudes of Patients with Perinatal Use Substance Use Disorder,” Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, Orlando, FL.

Publication 

Da Costa, Mariana, et al. Best Practices for Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion: Improving the Patient Experience. The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, Jan. 2026. 

Presentations 

Hudgins-Graham, B., International Association for Human Caring, “Introduction to Forest Therapy: A Guided Experience,” In person, Providence, RI. 

Hudgins-Graham, B., American Holistic Nurses Association, “Introduction to Forest Therapy: A Guided Experience,” In person, Reno, NV. 

Presentations

Elliott, G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), Knowlton, M. C. (Presenter & Author), Innovation with ELNEC Education [Webinar]. Advancing Palliative Care Education: Innovative Strategies in Undergraduate Programs., “End of Life + Beginning of Clinical =Better Together,” ELNEC, AACN. 

Knowlton, M. C. (Presenter & Author), Elliott, G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), ELNEC; Faculty Development and Leadership in Palliative Care Workshop: For Undergraduate and Graduate Faculty, “End of Life + Beginning of Clinical = Better Together ,” AACN, University of Portland, Portland, OR. 

Publications 

Kretz-Notelle, Taya. The Impact of Ultrasound Simulation on SRNA Confidence for Performing Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia. Edited by Bernadette Johnson and Angela Mund, Journal of Nurse Anesthesia Education., Mar. 2025, doi:https://doi.org/10.63524/jnae.131832. 

Kretz-Notelle, Taya, and Jonathan Notelle. “Overview of Pain Physiology.” Advances in Comprehensive Pain Management, no. NUC 60.4, Nursing Clinics of North America, Feb. 2025, doi:10.1016/j.cnur.2025.01.008. 

Presentations 

Kretz-Notelle, T. (Presenter & Author), Durbin, T. (Presenter & Author), AANA – 2025 Annual Congress, “The Scholarly Shift: A Blueprint for the Nurse Anesthesiologist in Academia,” AANA, Music City Center, Nashville, TN. 

Kretz-Notelle, T. (Presenter & Author), Morgan, B. T. (Presenter & Author), 2025 Assembly of Didactic and Clinical Educators (ADCE), “Career Coaching: A Proactive Approach to Implementing a Successful Plan Toward Promotion,” AANA, Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa, Tucson, AZ. 

Presentations 

Putnam, A. W. (Chair), Allen, L. (Presenter & Author), Laney, C. W. (Co-Chair), Graduate Research Symposium, “Incivility in Nursing: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU, Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, NC, United States. 

Laney, C. W., Faculty Meeting School of Nursing, “Organizational Readiness for the Integration of a Web-based Referral Platform to Improve Community Resource Connections and Health Outcomes.,” Western Carolina University, Conference Room, Cullowhee, NC, United States. 

Laney, C. W. (Author Only), Graduate Research Symposium, “Organizational Readiness to Integrate a Web-based Referral Platform to Improve Community Connections and Health Outcomes in a Rural Health Department,” Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, United States. 

Laney, C. W. (Coordinator/Organizer), Cherokee County Health Department Staff Meeting, “Organizational Readiness to Integrate a Web-based Referral Platform to Improve Community Connections and Health Outcomes in a Rural Health Department,” Cherokee County Health Department, Murphy, NC, United States. 

Publications

Livsey, Kae. Title VIII and Its Importance for Ambulatory Nursing. no. 4, American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nurses, Oct. 2025, pp. 1,3. 

Sheppard, Francine Hebert, et al. Nurse-led Goal Setting Activities to Enhance Older Adult Health Care and Self-advocacy. 

Presentations

G. M. C. (Presenter & Author), Messer, A. W. (Presenter & Author), Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses National Convention, “Nurses’ Attitudes of Patients with Perinatal Use Substance Use Disorder,” Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, Orlando, FL.

Messer, A. W. (Presenter & Author), Eggleston, C. (Presenter & Author), National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition, “Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Protocols in the Intensive Care Environment,” American Association of Critical Care Nurses, New Orleans, LA. 

Presentation 

Meyers, A. B., NCANA Annual Meeting, “Utilization of the COLDS Score as a Pediatric Risk Assessment and Clinical Decision Support Tool,” NC Association of Nurse Anesthetists, Charlotte, NC.

Presentation

Kretz-Notelle, T. (Presenter & Author), Morgan, B. T. (Presenter & Author), 2025 Assembly of Didactic and Clinical Educators (ADCE), “Career Coaching: A Proactive Approach to Implementing a Successful Plan Toward Promotion,” AANA, Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa, Tucson, AZ. 

Publication

Forcina, Jill, et al. From COVID-19 to Hurricane Helene: Rethinking the Role of Nursing Students in Crisis Response. 1st ed., vol. 86, North Carolina Medical Journal, 2025, ncmedicaljournal.com. 

Presentations 

Putnam, A. W. (Chair), Allen, L. (Presenter & Author), Laney, C. W. (Co-Chair), Graduate Research Symposium, “Incivility in Nursing: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU, Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, NC, United States. 

Putnam, A. W. (Chair), Walters, E. (Presenter & Author), Sexton, E. H. (Co-Chair), Graduate Research Symposium, “The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Transition to Practice of Registered Nurses: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU, Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, NC. 

Putnam, A. W. (Presenter & Author), Teaching and Engagement Strategies, Simulation Innovations and Practice Transitions for the Gen Z learner, “Generation Z learners: Keynote address,” NCAHEC, virtual conference. 

Dickinson, R. (Presenter & Author), Putnam, A. W. (Chair), HCA Mission, “The OCAT observation was completed with no issues. I review my faculty evaluations and survey monkey evaluations each semester and make changes to the class. In addition, I engaged in a writing continuous improvement plan in the advanced nursing research and theory courses. I serve as a mentor for new faculty when asked.,” HCA Mission, Asheville, NC. 

Cuthbertson, B. (Chair), WCU Graduate Research Symposium, “Clinical Simulation in Nursing Education: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU. 

Lewis, S. (Chair), WCU Graduate Research Symposium, “Educating Women on Long Acting Reversable Contraception: A Teaching Module,” WCU. 

Golden, A. (Chair), WCU Graduate Research Symposium, “Nurse Burnout: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU. 

Odom, C. (Chair), WCU Graduate Symposium, “Factors Impacting Nurse Retention: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU. 

Ramsey, E. (Chair), WCU Graduate Symposium, “Remote Learning in Undergraduate Nursing Programs: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU. 

Beatty, M. (Presenter & Author), WCU Graduate Research Symposium, “Using Patient Simulation as a Teaching Strategy in Undergraduate Nursing Programs: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU. 

Goodman, P. (Presenter & Author), WCU Graduate Research Symposium, “African- American Women and Obesity: A National Epidemic,” WCU. 

Bulow, N. (Presenter & Author), WCU Graduate Research Symposium, “Diabetes Education For The Primary Care Nurse: A Teaching Module,” WCU. 

Dickinson, R. (Presenter & Author), WCU Graduate Research Symposium, “Goal-Directed Fluid Management: The Solution, Dilution, or Pollution?,” WCU. 

Publication

Qualls, Kerri Alaine, and Sandra Thomas. “Building Back Something Remarkable from Shattered Pieces: An Inquiry into Military Sexual Trauma as Shared Online by Veteran Women.” No, Journal of Violence Against Women, Oct. 2025, p. 28, doi:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10778012251384623. 

Presentation

Putnam, A. W. (Chair), Walters, E. (Presenter & Author), Sexton, E. H. (Co-Chair), Graduate Research Symposium, “The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Transition to Practice of Registered Nurses: An Integrative Literature Review,” WCU, Ramsey Center, Cullowhee, NC. 

Presentation

Shea, T., Crossing Generations, “Formative Feedback for Nursing Students in the Community Setting,” Givens Estate, Williams Center, Oxford Commons, Asheville, NC. 

Publication 

Sheppard, Francine Hebert, et al. Nurse-led Goal Setting Activities to Enhance Older Adult Health Care and Self-advocacy. 

Presentations 

Torrence, C. (Presenter & Author), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, “Meeting the needs of students, caregivers, and a community: A hybrid dementia course and respite offered by a regional comprehensive university,” Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, DC. 

Thaggard, E. (Presenter & Author), Sheppard, F. H. (Author Only), Odom, K. M. (Author Only), Logan, D. R. (Author Only), Torrence, C. (Author Only), SoCon Undergraduate Research Forum (SURF), “Preparing Future Healthcare Providers for Dementia Care: A Service-Learning Approach,” Wofford University, Spartanburg, SC. 

Publications 

Trombley, Angie. Depression in Youth: Investigating the Impact of Obesity, Inflammation and Sleep: A Narrative Review. Journal of Mental Health & Clinical Psychology, Sep. 2025. 

Hubbell, Sara, et al. Enhancing NP Graduates’ Transition to Practice Through an Innovative Statewide Collaboration. Journal of Nursing Education, doi:DOI: 10.3928/01484834-20241224-01. 

Presentations 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Trombley, A. (Presenter & Author), PROPEL, “Beyond Hurricane Helene: Cultivating a Resilient Workforce for WNC,” Asheville Chamber of Commerce, Biltmore Park, Asheville, NC. 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Trombley, A. (Presenter & Author), 2024 Nurse Practitioner Spring Symposium, “Health Disparities and Substance Use Disorders: The Role of Primary Care and Integrative Services,” North Carolina Nursing Association, OMNI GROVE PARK INN ,, ASHEVILLE, NC. 

Trombley, A., Donnelly, N., 2024 Annual Psych Retreat, “Social Cohesion and Shared Suffering – Developing Strategies to Reduce Youth Suicide by Learning from Pre, During, and Post Covid-19 Pandemic Suicide Data and Stories,” North Carolina Nurses Association, Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte, Concord, NC. 

Convoy, S. (Presenter Only), Trombley, A. (Coordinator/Organizer), Chalmers, L. (Coordinator/Organizer), Hess, J. (Coordinator/Organizer), 2022 NCNA Hosted by Psychiatric Council, “Beyond Pizza, Doughnuts, and Burnout – A Collaborative Statewide Stress First Aid Training Initiative: Responding to The Needs and Experiences of Nurses and Other Health Care Workers In North Carolina,” NCNA, UNC Chapel Hill NC. 

Trombley, A. (Presenter & Author), Donnelly, n. (Presenter & Author), 2022 NCNA Recorded Continuing Education, “Webinar: Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior in Community and Primary Care Psychiatric Settings,” North Carolina Nursing Association, Webinar: Recorded Continuing Education. 

Convoy, S. (Presenter Only), Trombley, A. (Coordinator/Organizer), Chalmers, L. (Coordinator/Organizer), Donnelly, N. (Coordinator/Organizer), Hess, J. (Coordinator/Organizer), 2022 NCNA Hosted by Psychiatric Council, “Beyond Pizza, Doughnuts, and Burnout – A Collaborative Statewide Stress First Aid Training Initiative: Responding to The Needs and Experiences of Nurses and Other Health Care Workers In North Carolina,” NCNA, Western Carolina University – Biltmore Park, Classroom 346. 

Bandell, J. (Presenter & Author), Trombley, A. (Presenter & Author), American Association of Nurse Practitioners-AANP Annual Conference, “Enhancing Transition to Practice: Academic/Professional Organization Collaboration for Graduating NP Students,” AANP, San Diego, California, San Diego, CA. 

Exhibits and Performances 

Wells, D. K., “SimLa Innovations.” (March 3, 2015 – Present). 

Wells, D. K., “SimLa Regional Hospital Web Site.” (March 3, 2015 – Present). 

Presentation 

Allen, C. M. (Presenter & Author), Caravelis, C. (Presenter & Author), WCU Foundation Board of Directors Meeting, “Community Care.” 

Publications 

Goins, Ruth Turner, et al. Longitudinal Associations of Depression and Diabetes with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Risk Among American Indian and Alaska Native Peoples.. no. 8, Journals of Gerontology: Medical Sciences, 2025, doi:10.1093/gerona/glaf123. 

DeVaughan Circles, A., et al. HMG Co-A Reductase Inhibitor Medication Management in American Indians with Type 2 Diabetes: A Multiyear View from a Rural Tribal Health System. no. 2025, Journal of the American Pharmacists Association, Nov. 2025, p. 102494, doi:10.1016/j.japh.2025.102494. 

Anderson, E., et al. End-of-life Care Disparities Experienced by American Indian and Alaska Natives Peoples: An Analysis of the 2019 Medicare Master Beneficiary Summary File. no. 9, Journal of Palliative Medicine, Sep. 2025, pp. 1185–92, doi:10.1089/jpm.2024.0481. 

Nelson, T., et al. Examining the Relationship Between Adherence and Number of Cardiometabolic Medications: Findings for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Within a Tribal Health Care System. no. 6, Journal of Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy, May 2025, doi:10.18553/jmcp.2025.31.6.590. 

Schweinhart, A., et al. Results of a Culturally Tailored Advance Care Planning Intervention for American Indian Peoples: A Quasi-experimental Waitlist-controlled Trial. Innovation in Aging, May 2025, p. igaf041, doi:10.1093/geroni/igaf041. 

Presentations 

Goins, R. T. (Presenter & Author), Besse, R. (Author Only), Adamsen, C. (Author Only), American Public Health’s Annual Scientific Meeting, “American Indian and Alaska Native Elders with a Fear of Falling: Correlates of Falling and Falls Requiring Medical Attention,” Washington, DC. 

Goins, R. T., NC Falls Coalition meeting, “Bingocize NC,” NC Falls Coalition, online, NC. 

Presentations 

Murphy-Nugen, A. (Presenter & Author), Young, L. L., Harless, J. C. (Presenter & Author), Westbrook, T. M. (Presenter & Author), Parham, L. (Presenter & Author), Macro United, ““Rural MACRO Practice for the Future: Creating an Asset-based, ADEIJB Rural Practice Textbook,” Washington University, St. Louis, MO. 

Bradley, J. (Panelist), Harless, J. C. (Panelist), Upham, A. (Panelist), “LGBTQIA+ Data in WNC: A Discussion on Queer Wellness & Resilience,” Western North Carolina Health Network, Virtual, NC. 

Murphy-Nugen, A. (Discussant), Harless, J. C. (Discussant), Pritzker, S. (Discussant), Saunders, J. (Discussant), MACRO United, “Application of Community Engaged Research,” Washington University – Brown School, St. Louis, MO. 

Harless, J. C., Local Program Unit – Workshop, “LGBTQ+ Health in NC: An Intersection of Experiences and Policies,” North Carolina – National Association of Social Workers, Virtual, NC. 

Presentation

Durbin, T. (Presenter & Author), Anderson, L. (Author Only), Lefler, L. J. (Author Only), “Culturally Responsive Nursing Leadership: A Partnership with the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority,” American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 2025 Access, Connection, Engagement Summit, Indianapolis, IN. 

Publication

Simon, Shirley R., et al. Internship Supervisors’ Perspectives of Group Work Within Social Work Practice. no. 3, Groupwork Journal, pp. 93–109. 

Presentation 

Lind, K. S. (Presenter Only), Godfrey-Kaplan, S. (Presenter & Author), European Group Work Camp: Group Work for Solidarity, Hope, & Change, “Facilitating Difficult Moments in Process-Oriented Groups,” Nacionaline Socialinio Darbo su Grupemis Asociaciia, Margis Hotel, Trakai, Lithuania. 

Presentation

Miller, E. J. (Presenter & Author), Carmichael, E. (Author Only), Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA) Integrated Care Annual Conference- Breaking Boundaries: Redefining Access and Expansion in Integrated Care, “HRSA BHWET Scholar Alumni Professional Outcomes,” Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC. 

Publication

Powers, Jenna Lee. The Transition-Age Youth Special Interest Group (TAY-SIG): The Establishment and Activities of a U.S.-based Network of Child Welfare Researchers. Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services (FIS), Oct. 2025, https://doi.org/10.1177/10443894251316394

Presentation 

Murphy-Nugen, A. (Presenter & Author), Young, L. L., Harless, J. C. (Presenter & Author), Westbrook, T. M. (Presenter & Author), Parham, L. (Presenter & Author), Macro United, ““Rural MACRO Practice for the Future: Creating an Asset-based, ADEIJB Rural Practice Textbook,” Washington University, St. Louis, MO.