Nursing Faculty Recognized with Mini-Grants to Enhance Empathy in Education
September 25, 2025 - 03:16
Faculty members in the Catherine W. Wood School of Nursing, Katt Jones and Sara Thompson, have each been awarded mini-grants aimed at advancing empathy in nursing education. These grants are designed to support innovative projects that foster compassionate care and understanding among nursing students.
Empathy is a critical component of effective patient care, and the initiatives proposed by Jones and Thompson focus on integrating experiential learning opportunities into the curriculum. By creating environments where students can engage with diverse patient populations, the faculty aims to enhance students' ability to connect with and understand the experiences of others.
Both faculty members expressed their excitement about the potential impact of their projects. They believe that by cultivating empathy, they can better prepare nursing students for the complexities of real-world healthcare settings. The grants will provide essential resources to implement these initiatives, ultimately benefiting both students and the communities they serve.
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