Janice Dunlap

Dr. Janice Dunlap is an Assistant Professor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, specializing in geriatric care and neurology. With over two decades of experience as a nurse practitioner, academic leader, and researcher, she focuses on holistic care for adult gerontology populations and has contributed to advancements in stroke and cardiac care programs.

Education:

• Doctor of Nursing Practice, Troy University
• Post-Masters Certificate in Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, University of Massachusetts-Boston
• Master of Science in Nursing (Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist), Governors State University
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Northern Illinois University

Her research spans academic diversity and student experience, neurology (movement disorders, memory loss), and gerontology. She currently explores academic microaggressions through a pilot study accepted into Sigma Theta Tau's New Academic Leadership Academy.

Scientific Awards:

• College of Health Professions Outstanding Graduate Student Award (2003)
• Troy University Outstanding Student Research Award (2016)

Dr. Dunlap has held academic roles including adjunct positions at the University of South Alabama and visiting professorship at Chamberlain University. She mentors doctoral students, reviews scholarly journals, and volunteers in children’s sports activities while advancing her research agenda.