Our faculty are eager to share their expertise as well as their commitment to collaboration, innovation, and servant leadership through Concordia’s uncompromising Christian mission.
Diane Ames
Department Chair - Graduate Nursing Programs, Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2006
Email: diane.ames@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Diane Ames teaches Advanced Practicum Nursing 3 in the Adult Geriatric Primary Care and the Family Nurse Practitioner programs along with Advanced Health Assessment. She is a Co-Director of the Graduate Nursing Programs.
Education
- DNP - (2010)
- MS - Family Nurse Practitioner , UW-Oshkosh (1996)
- BS - Social Work, UW-Eau Claire (1977)
- BSN - Nursing , Alverno College (1992)
- Nursing Practice, CUW (2010)
Research Interests
- Interprofessional Collaboration of Chronic Disease
- Integrative Medicine
Teaching Interests
- Integrative Medicine
- Interprofessional Education
Cathy Cero-Jaeger
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2704
Email: cathy.cero-jaeger@cuw.edu
Bio
I have been practicing Nursing for 35 years with includes 10+ years in academia. My love for teaching started with patient education and continues to grow with nursing students. Health promotion, illness & disease prevention, and public health will always be my passion.
Education
- MS - Nursing, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (1990)
- BSN - Nursing, University of Wisconsin Madison (1980)
Sharon Chappy
Dean - School of Nursing, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4246
Email: sharon.chappy@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Chappy teaches in the DNP program. She serves as Research Editor of the AORN Journal and on the national AORN Transition to Practice Task Force. She is involved in several collaborative health initiatives including one with Fresh Meals on Wheels in Sheboygan County.
Education
- Ph D - Nursing, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (2001)
- MS - Nursing , University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (1994)
- BS - Nursing, University of Wisconsin Madison (1979)
Contributions
- Neal-Boylan, L., Guillett, S. & Chappy, S., (2018). Academic Leadership in Nursing: Effective Strategies for Aspiring Faculty and Leaders (1st, pp. 1st). New York, NY: Springer.
Research Interests
- Perioperative Nursing
- Nursing Education
Teaching Interests
- Research and Evidence Based Practice
- Pathophysiology
Jennifer Delwiche
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4472
Email: jennifer.delwiche@cuw.edu
Bio
Jen Delwiche teaches research and foundation courses in nursing. Her research focus is on the impact of violence on health and wellness. She is also interested in innovations in nursing education.
Education
- MS - Nursing, Cardinal Stritch University (2006)
- BS - Nursing, Viterbo College (1998)
- CUW (2016)
Research Interests
- Intimate Partner Violence
- Vulnerable Populations
Teaching Interests
- Research/ Evidence Based Practice
- Foundations of Nursing
John L. Dyson
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4208
Email: john.dyson@cuw.edu
Bio
I have been at Concordia since 2009, joining the faculty full-time in 2011 after five years at UW Milwaukee, and some adjunct teaching at Moraine Park technical College. I have worked as a staff RN, Charge Nurse, and Patient Care Coordinator in an acute medical-surgical setting, and as a staff RN in long-term care. I have previous, and again presently, worked in home health care. I completed an ADN at Milwaukee Area Technical College, my BS-N completion at Concordia University Wisconsin, my Master’s Degree (MSN) at Alverno College in Milwaukee, and my PhD in education and curriculum development and assessment at Northcentral University in Arizona. My philosophy is that no student should fail, as long as they are putting the effort into the class work. I like the one-on-one approach in the classroom, and have found positive ways to achieve this in the on-line learning environment.
Education
- Ph D - Education- Curriculum Development and Assessment- Nursing focused, Northcentral University (2016)
Research Interests
- Information Literacy of Non-Traditional Nursing Students
Teaching Interests
- Research, Information Literacy, informatics
- Genetics/Genomics
Brenda M. Jobe
Instructor
Phone: (262) 243-4295
Email: brenda.jobe@cuw.edu
Bio
Brenda Jobe teaches pathophysiology, wellness assessment, EKG interpretation, leadership/management and complementary and integrative therapies in the undergraduate nursing program. Three wonderful and busy teens keep her on her toes in her spare time.
Education
- MS - Nursing, State University New York: Upstate Medical University (2001)
- BS - Nursing, South Dakota State University (1992)
- Nursing Education, State University New York: Upstate Medical University (2002)
Research Interests
- Modalities to reduce perceived stress levels in college students
- Nursing interventions to improve labor and birth outcomes
Teaching Interests
- OB & Women's Health
- Pathophysiology & Health Assessment
Mary L. Kopp
Phone: (262) 243-4314
Email: Marylou.Kopp@cuw.edu
Bio
I was one the first twelve nursing students to receive a Bachelors of Science at Concordia College, Mequon, WI in 1986. My background includes medical-surgical nursing in the hospital and home care setting, chronic wound care, case management, as well as continuous quality improvement and accreditation assessment and projects. My nursing passion and certification is Hospice and Palliative care, but Geriatric nursing & Education come as a close second.
Education
- Ph D - Nursing Education, Capella University (2013)
- MS - Nursing Education, Concordia University Wisconsin (2005)
- BS - Nursing, Concordia College (1986)
Research Interests
- Palliative & End-of-Life care, Geriatric Nursing, Education, Global Heath
Teaching Interests
- Palliative & End-of-Life care, Geriatric Nursing, Education, Global Heath
Jill Krell
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4341
Email: jill.krell@cuw.edu
Bio
Jill Krell teaches Pediatric Nursing Theory as well as the Pediatric Nursing Clinical Component. She specifically enjoys working with and caring for Special Needs children & hosts a Respite Event, with Children's Service Society, on CUW's campus twice/year. Jill also enjoys leading Global Mission Trips for nursing students.
Education
- DNP - Leadership, Concordia University (2014)
- MS - Nurse Educator, Concordia University (2010)
- BS - Nursing, Concordia University (1994)
Presentations
- Krell, J. (2017). Clinical Experience for Senior Level Nursing Students: Impact of a Designated Education Unit. Poster. Wisconsin League for Nursing Fall Conference. Waukesha, WI.
- Krell, J. (2017). Mandatory Continuing Education for Nurses as a Condition of License Renewal. Oral Presentation. Wisconsin Nurses Association Membership Assembly. Green Bay, WI.
Research Interests
- Alternative clinical teaching methods
- Indicators for nursing student success in a nursing program
Teaching Interests
- Pediatric Nursing
- Community Wellness
Dawn R. Kuerschner PhD, MSN, APN-BC, CNE
Office: Rincker Hall 110G
Phone: (262) 243-4452
Email: dawn.kuerschner@cuw.edu
Education
- Ph D - Professional Studies, Capella University (2014)
- BSN - Nursing, Elmhurst College (1981)
- Nurse Practitioner, Rush University (1997)
Research Interests
- Student Retention
- The Skill of Observation
Teaching Interests
- Med-Surg
- Pediatrics
Kristine M. Kuhfuss
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2107
Email: kristine.kuhfuss@cuw.edu
Education
- Nursing , Lakeshore Technical College (2002)
- Nursing , University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (2010)
- Nursing Education , Cardinal Stritch University (2013)
Research Interests
- Compassion Fatigue in the Labor and Delivery Nurse Caring for Women Experiencing Perinatal Loss and Bereavement
- Fetal Loss
Teaching Interests
- Women's Health/Obstetrics/ Postpartum/Newborn
- Wellness Assessment
Janet A. Levey
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4269
Email: janet.levey@cuw.edu
Bio
Teaching responsibilities have included classroom, simulation lab, online, and clinical settings in traditional, RN to BSN Completion, and Master level programs. PhD in Nursing from Marquette University. Research focused on universal design for instruction in nursing education. Author of articles published in nursing and post-secondary education journals. Awards, scholarships, and citations received for academic, researcher, and service to the community. Numerous presentations at regional, state, national, and international nursing and interprofessional conferences.
Education
- Ph D - Nursing, Marquette University (2015)
- Nursing, De Paul University (1982)
- Nursing Education, Concordia University Wisconsin (2008)
Research Interests
- Universal Design for Instruction
- Cultural Diversity
Teaching Interests
- Cultural Diversity
- Population Health
Carol Lueders Bolwerk
Program Director - Parish Nurse and Congregational Ministry, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4233
Email: carol.lueders.bolwerk@cuw.edu
Education
- Ph D - Anthropology: Medical and Rural, University of WI: Milwaukee (1999)
- Nursing and Nursing Leadership, Marquette University (1986)
Research Interests
- Faith Community/Parish Nursing
- Spirituality
Teaching Interests
- Faith Community/Parish Nursing
- Rural Health
Julie Parve
Associate Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2051
Email: julie.parve@cuw.edu
Bio
Julie Parve teaches Advanced Practice Nursing I, Global Perspectives and Role Development for the Advanced Nursing students. Her research focuses on refugee health as well as the impact of cross-cultural immersion experiences on college students as well as pharmogenetics in treatment of patients with chronic pain. She is the author of one book and several clinical practice articles.
Education
- DNP - CUW-Mequon (2009)
- MS - FNP, CUW-Mequon (2003)
- BSN - Nursing, Marian University (2001)
Research Interests
- Interactive online education
- Cross-cultural immersion for students
Teaching Interests
- Role transition for the Advance Practice Nurse
- Clinical practicum for the Advance Practice Nurse
Jennie L. Peters
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2134
Email: jennie.peters@cuw.edu
Bio
I primarily teach in the online Graduate Family Nurse Practitioner Program. I have also taught in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program and the Undergraduate Nursing program. I truly enjoy teaching with a focus of active learning. I have expertise is tobacco cessation and have worked with group and individuals to help them quit tobacco. My other interest is mission work, specifically taking students for Nicaragua. Our work is medical camps and sustainable community projects. I am married with a blended family of 5 children. I have 2 dogs, 2 cats. I like to play the piano and read non-fiction books. I am also learning Spanish.
Education
- DNP - Nursing, UW-Milwaukee (2011)
- MS - Science-Nursing, UW-Milwaukee (2007)
Research Interests
- Cultural diversity and attitude changes of students after an immersion experience
- Tobacco use and interventions for cessation
Teaching Interests
- Health Promotion/Prevention specifically tobacco
- Diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic illnesses
Anita M. Simmons
Instructor
Phone: (734) 995-7300
Email: anita.simmons@cuaa.edu
Bio
Anita has been a registered nurse over 20 years, with over half of that time focusing on nursing education in some form, primarily in the clinical , lab, and simulation settings.
Education
- BSN - Nursing, Anderson University (1996)
- nursing education, Lourdes University (2015)
Research Interests
- Teaching through simulation
- Inter-professional education
Teaching Interests
- Nursing simulation
- Inter-professional education
Diane S. Sokolowski
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4205
Email: diane.sokolowski@cuw.edu
Education
- Ph D - Education, Capella University (2014)
- Nursing , Carroll University (2001)
- Nursing , University of Phoenix (2005)
- Nursing , Waukesha County Technical College (1992)
Research Interests
- Obesity in Children
- Health and Wellness
Teaching Interests
- Public Health
Brenda F. Ulmen
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2053
Email: brenda.ulmen@cuw.edu
Bio
Brenda Ulmen teaches medical/surgical nursing, clinical practicums, and is developing clinical immersions for the undergraduate nursing program. She is currently enrolled in a PhD program through Northcentral University and is expected to graduate in 2019.
Education
- MS - Master's in Nursing Education, Concordia University of Wisconsin (2013)
- BS - Bachelor's in Nursing, Concordia University of Wisconsin (2004)
- Nursing, Lakeshore Technical College (1997)
Research Interests
- Universal Design for Instruction
- Nursing graduates first year of practice
Teaching Interests
- Medical/Surgical Nursing
- Nursing Clinical Practicums
Giannina M. Vernon
Assistant Professor
Phone: (262) 243-4286
Email: giannina.vernon@cuw.edu
Bio
Giannina Vernon teaches nursing pharmacology and medical-surgical clinical practicum. Her research focuses on student success and retention. She created and continues to run the Workshops in Nursing Student Success (WINSS) program for the School of Nursing.
Education
- Leadership, CUW (2014)
Research Interests
- Student Success and Retention
- Teaching Strategies
Teaching Interests
- Pharmacology
- Med/Surg
Cynthia E. Witte Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree - DNP, RN, FNP, CNE
Associate Professor
Office: Health Services HS 101J
Phone: (262) 243-4409
Email: cindy.witte@cuw.edu
Bio
Dr. Cynthia E. Witte is an Associate Professor for the School of Nursing at Concordia University Wisconsin. She received her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in Leadership and the Business of Health Care through Rush University College of Nursing, Chicago, IL. Dr. Witte’s leadership role as Academic Clinical Education Undergraduate Coordinator oversees all of Concordia’s baccalaureate clinical nursing areas.
Education
- Family Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator, Concordia University Wisconsin (2002)
- Leadership and the Business of Health Care, Rush University - College of Nursing (2011)
- Nursing, Concordia University Wisconsin (1990)
Research Interests
- Clinical Education
- Student Success
Teaching Interests
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Clinical Education