On April 29, the GW School of Nursing hosted its annual Student Research Showcase, spotlighting the innovative work of nursing students across the school. The virtual event featured 14 presentations divided into two sessions, with faculty experts serving as judges to evaluate each student's work from a theoretical framework through analysis and presentation.
Sincere thanks go to the faculty judges who gave their time and expertise to evaluate this year's presentations: Drs. Rashida Charles, Adriana Glenn, Cameron Hogg, Daisy Le, Sherrie Wallington, and Karen Whitt.
The showcase demonstrated the breadth and depth of inquiry that GW Nursing students bring to some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare. From maternal and infant health to workforce innovation and nursing policy, this year's presentations reflected a shared commitment to improving outcomes for diverse and underserved populations.
Top honors went to Doctor of Nursing Practice students, reflecting the exceptional caliber of scholarship in the program.
Congratulations to the 2026 Student Research Showcase winners!
First Place
Juleen Johnson, for her project on implementing an early lactation support workflow to increase breastfeeding rates and decrease missed lactation care
- Movlet Lewis, for her evaluation of a telecommuting nurse staffing model in ambulatory care
Second Place
Nicole Sadorra, for her work on implementing a human donor breastmilk education program and its impact on the usage of pasteurized donor breastmilk for supplementation in the well-baby nursery
- Carly Duncan, for her policy analysis of full practice authority for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses in Texas
A special award for Excellence in Undergraduate Research was presented to Caroline Hammonds for her project examining nail hygiene in healthcare settings - an often-overlooked dimension of infection prevention and patient safety.
The caliber of research on display this year is a testament to the rigor and passion GW Nursing students bring to their academic pursuits. We look forward to seeing the impact their work will have on the future of nursing and healthcare.