A Calling Like No Other
The College of Nursing is a place where students can flourish and explore a variety of experiences and opportunities. Whether they are interested in research, leadership, or community engagement, our faculty and staff are ready to support them in their endeavors. We recognize that our students are the future of the nursing profession, and the future looks bright! Check back often to see what our students are up to. Follow our social media channels to see all of our student spotlights and accomplishments!
Choosing AU means joining a cohort of academically gifted and dedicated colleagues.
Deepali Giri (Alum)
Student speakers to share their perspective during Augusta University's commencement exercises
Paige Krispin
3rd Year Student
Due to her academic excellence, encouragement from her major advisor Dr. Zadinsky, and stellar recommendations, Paige Krispin is the recipient of the Kathryn Chance Scholarship from the Georgia Nurses Association (Foundation). In August of 2024, she attended the GNA Conference in Savannah to formally receive her award. "Receiving this scholarship is an incredible honor. [It's] given in honor of a woman who faced incredible personal challenges and changed those obstacles in opportunities, and in doing so, made a profound impact on the profession of nursing. To me, receiving this scholarship is an affirmation of my research and the hope that the results will help to remove barriers for nurses so that they may make their own impact on the profession." - Paige Krispin
Kevin Chem
Class of 2025
Kevin Chem was elected to serve on the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Wellness Committee for FY2025. Kevin was inspired by his professors to become more involved within the profession and advocate for the wellness of colleagues. Kevin is a pleasure to have in the classroom, and the College of Nursing thanks him for representing us and taking on this national level of service.
Amy Malcom, DNP, FNP
Final Year Student
Dr. Amy Malcom is a PhD student and her major adviser is Dr. Cynthia Chernecky. In January of 2024, she was selected to be part of the 2024 Graduate Nursing Student Academy Digital Innovators Program. During this journey, she innovated by collaborating and creating content for the teaching and learning space. She is currently an assistant professor of nursing at Georgia College & State University.
Stephanie Felonta
Class of 2025
Stephanie Felonta is a passionate senior nursing student and a member of the honors program. Her journey in the field of nursing began with a strong desire to improve healthcare outcomes through evidence-based practices. While furthering her education, she became increasingly drawn to the world of nursing research, recognizing its potential to drive positive change in patient care, education, and public health improvement. She earned the CURS International Researcher Fellowship for her "Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) Comparison Between Scotland and Georgia." Over the summer, she participated in the STAR program, focusing on how inhaling certain essential oils can influence pain perception thresholds.
