Jeanne Novotny, Ph.D., R.N., FAAN, dean of the Gayle Greve Hunt School of Nursing (GGHSON), has successfully completed a world-class academic development program for leaders in nursing.
Forty competitively selected fellows from across the U.S. participated in the four-day 2016 Wharton Executive Leadership Program, which took place at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA.
The rigorous retreat is designed to provide the concepts and tools necessary to advance to a higher level of leadership. Lessons addressed issues around managing and leading change, influencing and galvanizing a diverse set of stakeholders, and building enterprising relationships in highly volatile environments. Participants leave the program equipped with an advanced set of negotiation, leadership, and influencing skills, and the confidence and ability to serve on or lead high-powered boards.
Novotny, who was named dean of the GGHSON in 2013, holds a doctorate from Kent State University and bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Ohio State University. She also served as dean of the School of Nursing at Fairfield University from 2001 to 2011.
The Wharton Fellowship is headed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), a nationwide organization that promotes nursing education and leadership to improve health care.