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The Samuel H. & Maria Miller Postdoctoral Fellowship

The Samuel H. and Maria Miller Postdoctoral Fellowship Program addresses the shortage of nurses in leadership positions by preparing the future of executive leaders in nursing and healthcare. The program targets nurses who occupy essential leadership roles in healthcare delivery and academic nursing. The goal of the program is to provide participants with leadership skills to affect positive change.

The Miller Postdoctoral Fellowship program allowed me to receive mentorship from experienced leaders, meet other fellows in similar career paths, and access resources to develop leadership skills.” – Abeer Al Blooshi, United Arab Emirates

The Miller Postdoctoral Fellowship program brought together nursing executives from all over the world, allowing for meaningful global discussions and equipping her with knowledge to implement transformative changes.” – Catrina Heffernan, Ireland

The Miller Postdoctoral Fellowship program provides postdoctoral researchers with the resources and support they need to develop their skills as researchers and as leaders.” – Nader Alnomasy, Saudi Arabia


Previous Miller Fellows

Cohort 1

Michelle Acorn, DNP, NP, PHC/Adult, MN/ACNP
Abeer Al Blooshi, DNP, RN
Anna Cerra, DNP, RN
Theresa Champagne, DNP, RN
Natalie Cinneas, DNP, RN, NEA-BC
Maryalice Cullen, DNP, RNC-NIC, NEA-BC
Ben Farber, DNP, RN, CNL, NEA-BC, CENP
Kari Gali, DNP, RN, CPNP
Catrina Heffernan, DNP, MSc, FAAN
Barbara Leafe, DNP, RN
Eric Staples, RN, BAA(N), MSc, ACNP, ND, DNP

Cohort 2

Nader Alnomasy, PhD, RN, AGPCNP 
Dorothy Ayela, DNP, MScN, BScN, PHC-N
Keisha Cogdell, DNP, RN
Susan Ducore, DNP, MSN, RN, PHN
Molly Jackson, DNP, APRN, ACHPN, CNE
Jenna Lloyd, DNP, FNP-BC, MSMIT, CNL, RN 
Kelly Ann Lynn, DNP, RN 
Warly Remegio, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, FNYAM
Susan Romkema, DNP, RN, MHA, NE-BC
Jessica Lynne Spruit, DNP, RN, CPNP-AC, CPHON, BMTCN
Sharon Ward-Miller, DNP, MA, RN, PMHCNS-BC

Cohort 3

Gary Camelo, DNP, MPA, LMSW, RN, MEDSURG-BC, NEA-BC
Alanna Coleman, DNP, MN, NP-PHC, BN, RN
Sara Kennedy, PhD, MSc, BSc, RGN, RCN
Julia K. Mason, DNP, MBA, BSN, RN, CENP
Emily McClung, PhD, RN, NPD-BC
Reenu Matthew Varghese, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Cohort 4

Shanley Brasher, DNP, RN, FNC-C
Faten Hassani, PhD, GRN, PH-SHS, FBIPA
Zeyana Ismaili, PhD-DNP, RN, BSN, MSN, CPNP-PC/AC
Sarah Knowles, DNP, APRN, ACCNS-AG, EBP-C, GERO-BC, WCC
Stanley Marchuk, DNP, MN, NP (F), FAANP

Why Should I Apply?

The Samuel H. and Maria Miller Post-Doctoral Fellowship program is designed for current nursing executives who are looking to fast-track their development and prepare for leadership positions. It aims to address the looming leadership gap in the nursing profession and to prepare fellows to navigate the unique challenges facing healthcare. The program has a national and global influence and aims to enhance the leadership presence and skills of the entire Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing team through its onsite training sessions.

Ready to Apply?

Applications for the Miller Post-Doctoral Fellowship program are available through the CWRU application.

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For more information about non-degree applicants to CWRU, visit the FPB Admissions page.