Karen Ursel

Karen Ursel is a Teaching Professor and Clinical Strategist in the Faculty of Nursing at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). She holds a PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies from UNB (2022) and has extensive credentials in nursing education, quality management, and healthcare administration. Her roles include leadership in curriculum development, program evaluation, and NCLEX preparation.

• Education: PhD (UNB, 2022), Diploma in University Teaching (UNB, 2010), Master of Health Services Administration (Dalhousie, 1995), Bachelor of Nursing (University of Manitoba, 1991).

Her research focuses on student engagement strategies, the Parse’s Humanbecoming Paradigm, and qualitative methodologies. She emphasizes co-creation in teaching-learning, integrating clinical practice and virtual education. Her work bridges theory and practice, particularly in nursing leadership and global education initiatives.

Her scholarly contributions address nursing pedagogy, curriculum design, and the application of humanbecoming theory. She has led grants, such as the UNB Teaching and Learning Priority Fund (2011). Awards include the McPhedran Scholarship (2021) and multiple teaching nominations.

• Committee roles: Vice Chair of the NANB Discipline Committee, member of NCLEX Working Group, and multiple UNB committees (e.g., Graduate Program Evaluation, Senate Scholarships).