Kari Hess

Kari Hess serves as Professor of Nursing and Interim Assistant Dean of the School of Applied Health Sciences, demonstrating leadership in nursing education and academic administration.

Her academic preparation includes:

• MS, University of Kansas, 2009
• BSN, Emporia State University, 1996

Her research centers on Community Health and Health Promotion, with teaching expertise in Family Nursing, Maternal-Infant Nursing, and Women's Health. This interdisciplinary focus emphasizes preventive care and community-based interventions to address public health challenges across diverse populations.

Professional engagement includes:

• Kansas State Nurses Association (District XI Board Member)
• Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Delta Chapter)
• Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)
• Emporia State University Chi Omega Alumni Advisory Board

Community service contributions feature volunteer work with American Cancer Society's Camp Hope and membership in the Lyon County Tobacco-Free Coalition, reflecting her commitment to practical health advocacy beyond academia.