معرفی
Kynthia Smith is a Lecturer in the College of Nursing at Valdosta State University, where she has taught since 2010. A Registered Nurse and Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, she brings extensive clinical and educational experience to her role.
Education
- Post-Master’s Certificate – Albany State University
- Master of Nursing – University of Phoenix
- Bachelor of Nursing – Thomas College
- Associate Degree in Nursing – Darton College
Research & Scholarly Focus
Smith’s work centers on fostering success among first-semester nursing students, enhancing critical thinking, and integrating evidence-based practice into the curriculum. Her scholarship also explores innovative teaching strategies—including the use of art in pharmacology instruction—to improve learning outcomes.
Publications & Presentations
Her recent scholarly products comprise two peer-reviewed presentations: a 2012 Sigma Theta Tau International Leadership Congress poster on best practices for recruiting and retaining honor-society members, and a 2018 Memphis Nurse Educator Institute poster demonstrating how art can be leveraged to teach nursing pharmacology.
Awards & Recognition
- 2012 Valdosta State University Graduate Faculty Research Scholarship Grant (Co-Investigator, $600)
- 2004 Inductee, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Omicron Delta Chapter
Advising & Grants
While specific doctoral or master’s advisees are not listed, Smith has served as Co-Investigator on an internally funded project examining the effect of physical activity on academic success in baccalaureate nursing students.
Professional Service
She maintains membership in Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing and sits on the Executive Board of its Epsilon Pi Chapter, contributing to leadership and governance within the organization.
