Professor and associate dean for the DNP program honored at UMMC's 2025 Special Achievements in Nursing Awards.
Shannon K. Idzik, DNP ’10, MS ’03, CRNP, ANP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, professor and associate dean for the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, was honored as the University of Maryland School of Nursing Colleague Award recipient during the University of Maryland Medical Center's (UMMC) Special Achievements in Nursing Awards ceremony, held May 8 during National Nurses Week. Idzik was recognized as an extraordinary partner to UMMC.
The event narrative read, "Under her leadership, Dr. Shannon Idzik has successfully delivered doctoral-level education for the advanced practice nurse role. She has overseen two curriculum revisions and assures our advanced practice registered nurses are among the best in the nation. As a nurse practitioner for over 20 years, she is a fierce advocate for vulnerable populations, and her practice work exemplifies the values of holistic and quality care for all. Dr. Idzik is the co-lead of the graduate section of the UMNursing partnership. Our faculty/clinical partnership has been modeled across the country. She is an extraordinary leader who embodies the essence of collaboration, leadership, and expertise."