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JonasConnect: The online home for Jonas Scholars and alumni

A world of opportunity awaits in JonasConnect, the virtual space for Jonas Scholars and alumni. It’s an easy way to connect with your peers across the country in a simple, easy-to-use platform.

Available to all Jonas Scholars and alumni, JonasConnect allows members to network with other Scholars and alumni through targeted discussions, opportunities for collaboration, and resource sharing. The platform provides a simple way for members to engage with others on challenges large and small. Join today and tap into the Jonas network! 

 

Accessing JonasConnect

You can access JonasConnect in two ways:

  1. Follow , or
  2. From the "Get Going" section of your MyAACN Dashboard.

If you have any questions or need help with access, please contact Noah Brown, Jonas Grant Manager at nbrown@aacnnursing.org.

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Join in on the latest discussion topics:

  • How do you manage your time as a graduate nursing student?
  • Preceptorship Problems
  • Motivations and Aspirations: The Drive to Pursue.....

Discover JonasConnect’s forums on topics including:

  • Collaboration Opportunities
  • Research/Practice Specialty Areas
  • Conference Networking

And more!

Activities and Events

Jonas Scholars and alumni participate in webinars, conferences, and other learning opportunities year-round. Please see the upcoming activities below:

  • Check back for more events to be posted soon!

 

Jonas Scholar Alumni Council

The Jonas Scholar Alumni Council is a leadership group that consists of 10 alumni of the Jonas Scholar program selected to serve a two-year term. Created to amplify the enduring impact of the Jonas Scholars program, the Alumni Council serves as a vital force in building lasting connections among alumni, advancing professional development, and nurturing a vibrant, collaborative community of nurse leaders nationwide. The Alumni Council’s mission is:

  • To foster strong connections among the nationwide Jonas Scholar network and maintain a connection between Scholar alumni and Jonas Nursing
  • To advise Jonas Nursing on strategic direction and make key decisions for the network of Jonas Scholar Alumni

The Alumni Council is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2027 term. If you are interested in submitting an application for this national leadership opportunity, . The application deadline is June 6, 2025.

Alumni Council Eligibility Criteria:

  • Jonas Scholar Alumni (Nurses who received tuition support during their doctoral studies from any Jonas program)
  • Commitment to serve a two-year term (August 2025-July 2027)
  • Ability to participate in monthly hour-long conference calls
  • Ability to dedicate 3-4 hours per month towards the work of the Alumni Council
  • Have previously served two or fewer terms on the Alumni Council

Please direct any questions to AACN Jonas Grant Program Manager Noah Brown at nbrown@aacnnursing.org.

 

2023 – 2025 Jonas Scholar Alumni Council
 

  • Ron'Nisha Baldwin

    Ron’Nisha Baldwin, DNP, ANCC, ACLS, BLS, CPI
    Jonas Scholar 2021-2023
    DNP, Duke University
    Adult Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
    Department of Veteran Affairs
    Networking Subcommittee

  • Paula Belson

    Paula Belson, PhD, CRNA, FAANA
    Jonas Scholar 2016-2018
    PhD, University of California Los Angeles
    CRNA Manager 
    Children's Hospital Los Angeles
    Programming Subcommittee

  • Zhanette Coffee

    Zhanette Coffee, PhD, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, CARN-AP
    Jonas Scholar 2021-2023
    PhD, University of Arizona
    Addiction and Pain Postdoctoral Research Associate 
    University of Arizona
    Mentoring Subcommittee

  • Rebecca Jones

    Rebecca Jones, JD, DNP, CPHQ, CPPS
    Jonas Scholar 2014-2016
    DNP, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
    Chief Quality Officer - Women’s Services Market  
    Northwest Health
    Alumni Council Vice-Chair
    Mentoring Subcommittee

  • Nia Josiah

    Nia Josiah, DNP, MSN, PMHNP
    Jonas Scholar 2021-2023
    DNP, Columbia University
    Practice Assistant Professor 
    University of Pennsylvania
    Networking Subcommittee

  • Joshua Minks

    Joshua Minks, PhD, NP-C
    Jonas Scholar 2016-2018
    PhD, University of Missouri - St Louis
    Assistant Professor 
    University of Missouri - St Louis
    Mentoring Subcommittee

  • Tonychris Nnaka

    Tonychris Nnaka, PhD, MPH
    Jonas Scholar 2021-2023
    PhD, The University of Texas at Austin
    Associate Dean for Research and Associate Professor of Nursing 
    University of North Texas Health Science Center
    Alumni Council Chair
    Mentoring Subcommittee

  • Darcel Reyes

    Darcel Reyes, PhD, MSN 
    Jonas Scholar 2014-2016
    PhD, Hunter College, City University of New York
    Associate Professor
    Lehman College, City University of New York
    Programming Subcommittee

  • Eleanor Rivera

    Eleanor Rivera, PhD 
    Jonas Scholar 2016-2018
    PhD, University of Illinois Chicago
    Assistant Professor
    University of Illinois Chicago
    Programming Subcommittee

  • Varsha Singh

    Varsha Singh, DNP 
    Jonas Scholar 2014-2016
    DNP, Seton Hall University
    Neuroscience / Stroke Program Manager 
    St. Joseph’s University Medical Center
    Networking Subcommittee

  • Karen Towne

    Karen Towne, MSN, PHNA-BC
    Jonas Scholar 2021-2023
    PhD, University of Kansas
    Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing 
    University of Mount Union
    Networking Subcommittee