DNP graduate receives Geriatrics and Gerontology Education and Research Program award.
Claire Regan, DNP '20, RN, was named the recipient of a Geriatrics and Gerontology Education and Research (GGEAR) Program award by the University of Maryland, Baltimore in recognition of her contributions to the field of geriatric nursing. She will be recognized in the Center for Research on Aging’s abstract book in summer 2020.
The GGEAR award is given to graduating professional students based upon the students' demonstrated commitment to the field of geriatric/gerontological studies as evidenced by contributions in one or more of five areas of accomplishments: innovations in direct practice with older persons; scholarly work that has implications for improving clinical practice with older persons; leadership in developing or sustaining geriatrics/gerontological educational programs for students, other practitioners, and/or consumers; positive impact on health care, social, or legal policies and/or legislation relating to older persons; interprofessional experience in a geriatrics setting.