SHHS Dean Wins at the 2016 San Diego “Women Who Mean Business Awards”

Dr. Gloria McNeal, Dean of the School of Health and Human Services (SHHS) won a coveted “Women Who Mean Business Award” today at the 23^rd annual Special Awards Reception and Luncheon sponsored by the San Diego Business Journal. The sold out San Diego event was held at the Town and Country Convention Center in Mission Valley. National University (NU) sponsored a table at the event that also raises funds for breast cancer research. Several NU leaders and staff were at the event including all of the SHHS Department Chairs (Drs. Smith, Guertin and Myers), President Dr. David Andrews, Provost Dr. Gangaram Singh, Vice Provost Dr. Joseph Hoey, President Randy Frisch of City University of Seattle, Vice Chancellor Dr. Dave Lawrence and Executive Vice President Nancy Rohland-Heinrich (an Awardee last year). The event recognizes dynamic women business leaders and role models who have contributed significantly to San Diego’s businesses. Dean McNeal joined a select few winners who were honored with the award from over 200 finalists. Dr. McNeal was honored for her many publications and accomplishments including her grant writing that is bringing millions of dollars to National University and the California community to start a Nurse Managed Clinic and a Veterans to BSN program. Details of the awards can be found in the upcoming November Issue of the San Diego Business Journal. Congratulations to our Dean! Click on the photos below to view the full photo.

Michelle Hills (at center) applauds as Dean McNeal's name is called!

Dr. McNeal makes it to the stage as Emcee Susan Taylor looks on.

President Andrews and Provost Singh join the large crowd in congratulating Dr. McNeal.

The Dean poses for pictures with her fellow awardees, most noticeably ABC's Kimberly Hunt in blue.

Dr. McNeal with her award. The room awash in pink to raise awareness for breast cancer research.

Health Science Faculty Member is a Finalist at the 2017 Athena Pinnacle Awards!

Health Sciences Clinical Assistant Professor Linda Travis Macomber was honored on May 4th by Athena, a San Diego-based business organization championing women executives and rising managers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Athena's Pinnacle Awards are held each year in the spring to recognize extraordinary individuals and organizations who have shown dedication to in promoting Athena's mission of fostering the personal and professional growth of women through mentoring, education, recognition, and leadership training. Professor Macomber was recognized in the category of Education. Under Linda's leadership, her Master of Science in Health Informatics program was recently recognized as one of the top 25 online Health Informatics programs in the country according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). She was honored with other finalists in a gala fund raising event at the La Jolla Hyatt on May 5th. Several NU Faculty at

SHHS Professor Wins the 2016 Jerry C. Lee Award!

Dr. Schiltz poses with his award at the September 2016 Fall Assembly. The School of Health and Human Services (SHHS) Department of Health Sciences Professor Patric Schiltz is this year's recipient of the prestigious Dr. Jerry C. Lee Outstanding Faculty Service Award. Dr. Lee was the long time Chancellor at National University and each year the award is given in his honor by the Faculty Senate to a faculty member who demonstrates exceptional service to the university. Dr. Schiltz is currently serving as Vice-Chair of the Faculty Senate after serving as Secretary last year. His numerous services achievements include serving as the founding chair of the Health Sciences department, various committee work, and his recording and reporting of the faculty negotiations this past year. Dr. Schiltz received the award at the Fall Assembly last month at the closing luncheon.

SHHS Student Research Fellowship

The National University Library launched a pilot project through the Center of Excellence that created an opportunity for the librarians to host student research fellows. Hi, my name is Sarah and I was hired as the first ever Student Research Fellow. It has been one of the best experiences I've ever had because I have learned so much and have been given opportunities that have provided me a competitive edge moving forward into my career path. This experience allowed me to work directly with faculty to do research and submit a manuscript for publishing. Also, I was able to apply my new research skills in all the classes I took while I was a fellow, resulting in straight A's in all of my courses. My time, here at the library, is coming to an end as I am getting ready to ship out for Army basic training but I will carry this experience with me forever. Below is a video about my experience here at the National University Library as a fellow. If you are interested in be

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