Emily Hopkins

Emily Hopkins, Ph.D., RN, WHNP, FNP-BC is an Associate Professor of Nursing, MSN Program Coordinator, and IRB Chair at Chatham University's College of Health Sciences. She joined Chatham University in 2010 and has established herself as a dedicated educator and researcher in nursing. Her work spans nursing education, infant development, and human subject protection.

Dr. Hopkins received her educational foundation from prestigious institutions:

• Genetics Postdoctoral Scholar NINR T32 NR009759, University of Pittsburgh (2008-2010)
• Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh (2007)
• Post-Master's Certificate, WHNP, University of Pittsburgh (2006)
• MSN, FNP, University of Pittsburgh (2003)
• BSN, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (1997)

Her research interests center on infant development, particularly in the context of genetic conditions like cleft lip and palate, as well as nursing education innovations. Dr. Hopkins has made significant contributions to understanding parental experiences with infants requiring specialized care, and has been at the forefront of adapting nursing education to virtual environments, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work bridges clinical practice with educational innovation, focusing on how technology can enhance nursing education while maintaining traditional values and community building.

Dr. Hopkins' publication record demonstrates her evolving research trajectory, with recent work focusing on virtual learning environments, pandemic response in nursing education, and the adaptation of traditional academic ceremonies to online formats. Her earlier research focused more on infant development, genetic conditions, and parental experiences with specialized infant care.

Scientific Awards & Recognition

• Cameos of Caring, University of Pittsburgh (2015)
• Corrine M. Barnes Endowed Scholarship, University of Pittsburgh, School of Nursing (2005 & 2006)
• Beryl B. Haughton Jackson Endowed Fund, University of Pittsburgh, School of Nursing (2004)
• Science Management and Technologies Scholarship, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (1996)

Dr. Hopkins has received significant professional development opportunities including the Chatham University Faculty Technology Fellowship Program (2013-2015), the Summer Genetics Institute at the National Institutes of Health (2010), and the Jewish Healthcare Foundation Jonas Salk Health Fellowship (2004-2005). She is actively involved in several professional organizations including the International Society of Nurses in Genetics, National League of Nursing, and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society.

As MSN Program Coordinator and IRB Chair, Dr. Hopkins plays a vital role in shaping nursing education at Chatham University and ensuring ethical research practices. Her work with virtual learning environments has been particularly impactful during the pandemic, helping to maintain educational quality while transitioning to remote formats.