Marie Lindley

Dr. Marie Lindley is a Clinical Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation at the Louise Herrington School of Nursing, Baylor University. With over 25 years as a registered nurse and 10+ years in academia, she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in holistic health assessment, clinical practice transitions, and simulation labs. Her clinical background includes emergency nursing, acute care nurse practitioning, and leadership roles such as acting co-CNO.

Education:

• PhD, University of Texas at Arlington
• MS, Columbia University
• BS, William Paterson University

Research Focus: Dr. Lindley's scholarship centers on innovative nursing education strategies, particularly online pedagogy and simulation effectiveness. Her future work aims to develop new digital teaching frameworks for nursing curricula.

Leadership & Service:

• Committee roles: Undergraduate/Graduate Curriculum, Educational Technology, Program Effectiveness
• Sigma Theta Tau grant reviewer and research committee member
• Expert Advisor, Texas Nurses Association Education Committee
• Former NLN Ambassador and TNA District 4 Board Director

Community Engagement: Active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church (Eucharistic Minister, Proclaimer).