Kathryn
Hughesdon,
PhD, RN
Assistant Professor
Eastern Michigan University
Dr. Kathryn Hughesdon is an assistant professor at Eastern Michigan University School of Nursing. Her clinical background is in child and adolescent mental health nursing. Her research background is in childhood trauma, trauma-informed care, students’ and nurses’ mental health, and interprofessional education.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Through a unique collaboration between Eastern Michigan University, University College Cork, and the University of Limerick, 11 faculty and 115 nursing, occupational therapy, and social work students conducted an interprofessional case study. This international learning experience aimed to enhance students' global healthcare awareness by engaging with peers to learn more about how different healthcare systems and cultural values influence care. The use of technology further amplified this opportunity, demonstrating that international work can be accessible and enriching without being cost-…