The Office of Community Engagement (OCE)

Community Engagement is defined as the collaboration between institutions of higher education and their larger communities (local, regional/state, national, and global) for the mutually beneficial exchange of knowledge and resources in a context of partnership and reciprocity. At GW Nursing, we take our engagement in the community to heart, and the Office of Community Engagement supports a multitude of efforts that enrich student scholarship, research, and creative activity while partnering with our community. Our partnerships enhance our curriculum, teaching, and learning experiences and help GW Nursing prepare educated, engaged nurses who contribute to the health of the diverse communities they serve.

At GW Nursing, the Office of Clinical Practice & Community Engagement was created as a central resource for community engagement partnerships and activities. Dr. Richard Ricciardi serves as the Associate Dean for Clinical Practice and Community Engagement. He leads the strategic efforts to improve our community involvement, both in clinical practice and volunteer opportunities for faculty, staff, and students. The Office includes Global and Community Engagement Initiatives. Our school has many local, regional, and international partners, including community service organizations and volunteer groups. 

The GW Nursing Office of Clinical Practice & Community Engagement aspires to be the central resource for GW Nursing faculty, staff, and community partners in providing mutually beneficial student service-learning opportunities, faculty development opportunities, and research endeavors to improve the health of communities.

Meet Our Staff

Richard Ricciardi

Ph.D., CRNP, FAANP, FAAN
Associate Dean, Clinical Practice & Community Engagement

Shawn Bayrd

 

M.P.H.
Program Associate, Community Engagement and Global Initiatives