29th Annual NCCU Department of Nursing Helen S. Miller Lecture

29th Annual Helen S. Miller Lecture

The North Carolina University Department of Nursing will be holding its 29th annual Helen S. Miller Lectureship on March 2, 2026, starting at 7:30 a.m. Location: NCCU Student Center, 500 Nelson St, Durham, North Carolina.

$50

Student Registration

$85

Retiree Registration

$105

General Registration

Additional Information

Participants will receive continuing education units (CEUs) for attendance.
Registration deadline: February 26, 2026.
Please note that a portion of your registration may be tax-deductible. Tax deductibility will be reflected on your receipt.

Sponsor Level

Support our mission by becoming a sponsor or attending this transformative event and help shape the future of nursing education. Contact Stephanie Gant at [email protected] or call 919-530-7784

Pioneer ($1,000-Above)
Role Model ($250-$499)
Researcher ($500-$999)
Practitioner ($100 - $249)

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Event Information

Experience the 29th Annual Helen S. Miller Lectureship, featuring expert speakers, breakout sessions, and opportunities to earn CEUs while connecting with fellow nursing professionals and alumni from North Carolina Central University.

Keynote Speakers

G. Rumay Alexander

G. Rumay Alexander, Ed.D., RN, FAAN, is the American Nurses Association senior equity advisor. She also is a professor in the School of Nursing, Assistant Dean of Relational Excellence at the Adams School of Dentistry and formerly the associate vice-chancellor for diversity and inclusion/chief diversity officer of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Michael L. Jones

Michael L. Jones, Ph.D., MBA/HCM, RN, FAAN, is a doctorly prepared nurse executive and nationally recognized leader in academic nursing, population health, and healthcare administration. He currently serves as associate dean for culture, engagement, and professional development and executive director for advancement at the East Carolina University College of Nursing.

Dr. Tiffany D. Morris, DNP, M.S.Ed., M.S.N., CNE
Dr. Janice Collins-McNeil Ph.D., APRN, MSPHN, FNP, BC, LNC
Dr. Ernest J. Grant, Ph.D., RN, FAAN
Dr. Terry Ward, Ph.D., M.S.N., RN, CNE

Agenda

7:30 a.m.–8:30 a.m. – Registration
8:30 a.m.–9 a.m. – Welcome/Greetings
9 a.m.–10 a.m. – Introduction of Speaker
- Opening Keynote Address, Dr. Michael Jones
10:15–11:15 a.m. – Breakout Session 1
- Dr. Tiffany D. Morris
- Dr. Janice Collins-McNeil
11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. – Poster Presentations
12-1 p.m.-Lunch, Awards
1-2 p.m. – Breakout Session 2
- Dr. Ernest Grant
- Dr. Terry Ward
2:10–3:10 p.m. – Keynote Closing Address, Dr. G. Rumay Alexander
3:10–3:30 p.m. – Closing Remarks, Dr. Yolanda VanRiel