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Dr. Kendra L Rieger is an Assistant Professor in the School of Nursing at Trinity Western University (TWU) and holds adjunct professorships at the University of Manitoba’s College of Nursing and Dalhousie University’s School of Graduate Studies. Her research focuses on arts-based approaches to advance health equity, Indigenous health initiatives, and transformative nursing education. She leads projects addressing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action through arts-based methodologies.
Education:
- PhD in Nursing (2012–2017), University of Manitoba
- Master of Nursing (2011–2012), University of Manitoba
- Bachelor of Nursing (2005), University of Manitoba
- Diploma of Nursing (1989), Vancouver General Hospital School of Nursing
Research Interests: Dr. Rieger explores arts-based strategies for healthcare equity, Indigenous health research, and innovative nursing pedagogy. She employs qualitative and mixed-methods approaches to address topics like maternal-child health, cancer care, and spiritual care. Her work emphasizes collaborative partnerships with Indigenous communities and healthcare stakeholders.
Awards & Grants:
- $450,000 Michael Smith Health Research BC Scholar Award (2021–2026)
- CIHR Frederick Banting and Charles Best Canada Graduate Scholarship (2014–2017)
- SSHRC Insight Development Grant for anti-racist arts-based responses to MMIWG Report (2022–2024)
Her awards also include the Society for Integrative Oncology New Investigators’ Forum Award (2019) and the Manitoba Medal of Excellence (2018).
Teaching & Mentorship: Dr. Rieger teaches courses in knowledge translation, research methodology, and health policy at TWU. She mentors graduate students in research design and implementation, emphasizing arts-based learning. Courses include NURS 692 (Knowledge Translation) and NURS 720 (Advanced Research Methodology).
Labs & Collaborations: She collaborates with the Expressive Arts Studio in Winnipeg and contributes to initiatives like the Indigenous Digital Health Ecosystem (IDHE). Her work bridges academic research with community-driven solutions to healthcare inequities.
