Boniface Stegman

Boniface Stegman is an Associate Professor of Nursing and Coordinator of the RN to BSN Program at Maryville University's Catherine McAuley School of Nursing. He has over four decades of experience in pre-hospital care, nursing education, and academic leadership. Since 2010, he has taught courses in nursing leadership, informatics, research, and community paramedicine. His professional memberships include Sigma Theta Tau International, Missouri Emergency Medical Services Association, and Phi Kappa Phi.

• Education: PhD in Education (2013, University of Missouri-St. Louis), MSN Nurse Educator (2008, University of Missouri-St. Louis)

Research interests focus on cultural competence in nursing education, digital education strategies, and EMS innovation. His work emphasizes bridging clinical practice with community health initiatives. He has presented extensively on topics like curriculum alignment, cultural competency, and mobile healthcare systems.

Dr. Stegman holds leadership roles in civic organizations such as the Mehlville Fire Protection District (treasurer) and the Missouri Center for Nursing Board of Directors. He spearheaded initiatives like Mehlville Mobile Healthcare and the establishment of a critical care paramedic program.

Advising and grants: Actively involved in curriculum development and accreditation committees at Maryville University. Served on the Missouri Center for Nursing's Diversity Committee and Culture of Health Summit planning committee.

Labs/Teams: Key figure in Maryville's community paramedicine program and collaborates with Mehlville Fire Protection District on EMS technology advancements.