Meet our Students
Within the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing PhD program, you'll have the opportunity to work with outstanding student nurse researchers with a diverse range of backgrounds, research interests and career experiences.
Khairayah Alali, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from KSAU-HS, Master of Science in Nursing from University of South Hampton
- Research interests: end of life care, critical care, cultural competence
- Why UC? "UC has strong academic and research innovation reputation, making it an ideal institution to pursue a PhD. With access to outstanding faculty, facilities, and resources, I was sure that I would receive top-notch training and experience to become a leading scholar in my field."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2024
Hanan Al-Faraj, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Irbid, Jordan
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Jordan University of Science and Technology, Master of Science in Nursing from the American University in Beirut
- Research interests: geriatric mental health
- Why UC? "I was aware of the outstanding reputation of the University of Cincinnati. The distinguished faculty members can significantly contribute to my doctoral journey and research endeavors. UC also offers a supportive and collaborative learning environment."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2025
Fuad Essam Alhorani, MPA, BSN
- Hometown: Irbid, Jordan
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Jordan University of Science and Technology, Master of Public Administration from Al Yarmouk University
- Research interests: quality of care for critically ill older adults
- Why UC? "UC offers a great opportuniy to learn quality nursing care with from great faculty and curriculum superior to other competing nursing colleges in the country. It also offers a very supportive environment for international students."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2025
Shatha Al-Sabbah, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Jordan
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from Jordan University of Science and Technology.
- Research interests: non-verbal pain assessment and managment in critical care units.
- Why UC? "UC's PhD program prepares and strengthens nurses to serve the community and improve health care by conducting independent and collaborative research, developing and testing theory relevant to nursing, improving the quality of care and expanding the body of nursing knowledge."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2026
Fahad Alanezi, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from King Saud University, Master of Science in Nursing from University of Southampton
- Research interests: critical care education and simulation
- Why UC? "I found a match for my research interests with Dr. Elaine Miller and got positive student feedback on the program and how faculty members are supportive."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2024
Tharaa Ananzeh, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Jordan
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from Jordan University of Science and Technology
- Research interests: family caregivers and moral distress
- Why UC? "UC has a strong reputation in nursing research and is committed to advancing health care. The university fosters a collaborative and innovative research environment that aligns with my academic and professional goals."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2026
Erin Barker, MSN, BA
- Hometown: Middletown, Ohio
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Arts from Miami University; Master of Science in Nursing from Saint Joseph University
- Research interests: quality of care in the inpatient adult psychiatric setting, specifically a reduction or elimination of the use of coercive measures
- Why UC? "I have taught in the classroom and clinical setting for UC College of Nursing for several years and believe in the quality of their programs."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2025
Islam Mustafa Mahmoud Banisalman, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Jarash/Sakib, Jordan
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing Services Administraton from Jordan Univeristy of Science and Technology
- Research interests: patient safety, quality, health policies
- Why UC? "UC offers students a balance of educational excellence and real-world experience. It also serves a diverse community and is considered as a research pioneer."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2024/2025
Madison Daudet, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Robert Morris University; Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Education with simulation concentration from Robert Morris University
- Research interests: simulation in nursing education
- Why UC? "I have taught simulation at the UC College of Nursing for the last few years and it has become a home to me. Everyone here has been so welcoming, supportive, and knowledgeable. I can’t think of anywhere better to further my own education!"
- Anticipated graduation year: 2030
Elizabeth Hutzel Dunham, BSN, CPN
- Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Arts from University of Cincinnati; Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University
- Research interests: maternal addiction
- Why UC? "UC offers diverse studies that allow you to craft your degree."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2024
Tausi Haruna, MBE, BSN
- Hometown: Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Bioethics from Muhimbili University of Science and Allied Sciences
- Research interests: ethics and women's health
- Why UC? "UC makes me feel like I belong here."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2025
Destini Thomas-Hayes, BSN
- Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Cincinnati
- Research interests: mother & baby health disparities
- Why UC? "UC was my top choice for years and, after weighing all of my options, I realized that it offered a tremendous amount of opportunities and a wealth of resources. UC is also very engaged in the community, which is important to me and for the work that I do. And nothing beats the liveliness of the Bearcat spirit!
- Anticipated graduation year: 2024
- Hometown: Hebron, Kentucky
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Cincinnati
- Research interests: occupational health, home healthcare
- Anticipated graduation year: 2024
Bailey Martin, BSN
- Hometown: Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wright State University
- Research interests: maternal health, infant health and development, social determinants of health
- Why UC? "UC has an outstanding reputation and several of my mentors from nursing school are graduates of this program. It also offers a BSN-PhD curriculum and faculty provide exceptional mentorship.
- Anticipated graduation year: 2025
Hasan Mohammad, BSN
- Hometown: Amman, Jordan
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Jordan University of Science & Technology
- Research interests: emergency nursing, trauma
- Why UC? "UC has a distinguished reputation and offers a comprehensive, rigorous program tailored to nursing research. It has established partnerships with leading healthcare institutions and research centers in the area, which provides opportunities for collaboration and access to valuable resources. Being part of this collaborative community will enrich my learning experience and allow me to make significant contributions to nursing research.
- Anticipated graduation year: 2026
Shammah Omololu, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Kwara State, Nigeria
- Previous degrees: Nursing Diploma from Sacred Heart Hospital School of Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from University of Cape Coast
- Research interests: non-communicable diseases, patient quality of care, nursing education, infertility
- Why UC? "UC’s program fit perfectly with what I hoped for a PhD program, the work of some faculty members resonated with my research interests and goals. I also connected with a faculty member who got me excited to pursue my PhD at UC. The applications team were quick and friendly in responding to my questions and UC offers graduate assistantship scholarship opportunities for students."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2023
Islam Qasem, MSN, BSN
- Hometown: Irbid, Jordan
- Previous degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Jordan and Master of Science from Jordan University of Science and Technology - Research interests: workplace violence
- Why UC? "UC's excellent reputation and the university goals matched mine. Faculty are very supportive, welcoming and approachable.
- Anticipated graduation year: 2025
Deborah Singh, BSN
- Hometown: Clovis, CA
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Women's University
- Research interests: family caregivers of individuals living with dementia, respite care for family caregivers, in-home care
- Why UC? "UC has a strong interest in research, and I found faculty whose research interests aligned with my own."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2025
- Hometown: Lake Village, IN
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Biology from Butler University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from Purdue University
- Research interests: nurse well being
- Why UC? "TUC has a long history of supporting the nursing profession through education and research and I found that there were many faculty who had similar research interests to mine."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2029
Angela Theil, BSN
- Hometown: St. Clairsville, OH
- Previous degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Miami University
- Research interests: nurse burnout caused by work environment, nursing shortage and turnover, team culture in nursing
- Why UC? "The College of Nursing has an exceptional focus on research and a commitment to better the nursing profession through research and innovation. Faculty offer support and guidance to make this a reality."
- Anticipated graduation year: 2027
Learn about our PhD in nursing research. Sign up for more information on the PhD program main page, or contact our Office of Student Recruitment at at 513-558-8400 or nursingbearcats@uc.edu.