Shonta Bell

Shonta Bell is an Associate Professor of Nursing and Program Coordinator for the Prelicensure BSN Education at Houston Christian University's Linda Dunham School of Nursing. Her expertise includes psychiatric nursing and care for patients with acute/chronic mental illnesses. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas Medical Branch, an MSN from Union University, and a BSN also from Union University.

Education:

• PhD in Nursing, University of Texas Medical Branch
• MSN in Nursing, Union University
• BSN in Nursing, Union University

Research Focus: Dr. Bell's research emphasizes abnormal behaviors in children and adolescents. Her teaching specialization includes psychiatric nursing (NURS 2414) and fundamentals of nursing (NURS 2404). She integrates clinical practice with educational innovation to address mental health challenges in diverse patient populations.

Awards:

• Member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Professional Activities: Coordinates the prelicensure BSN program and contributes to nursing curriculum development. Office located at Cullen Science Center 138.