Faculty Learning About Geriatrics (FLAG) Program
The 2012-2013 Cohort of FLAG will kick off with the Summer Institute on August 6 - 9, 2012. Applications are now available.
Please apply for this year's FLAG program at https://www.regonline.com/minnesotaflaginstitute2012
A room block is available at prevailing University of MN rates at the University Hotel Minneapolis, across the street from the School of Nursing. Information on reserving a room is located within the application. If you have any further questions regarding the FLAG program, contact us at mnhcgne@umn.edu
The Faculty Learning About Geriatrics (FLAG) Program, offered annually since 2008, is designed for faculty in schools of nursing (associate and higher degree nursing programs), doctoral nursing students, and advanced practice nurses who want to develop or increase their expertise in teaching geriatric nursing.
FLAG Faculty includes: - Joanne Disch, PhD, RN, FAAN
- Merrie Kaas, DNSc, RN, CS
- Kathleen E. Krichbaum, PhD, RN, FGSA
- Christine A. Mueller, PhD, RN, BC, NEA-BC, FAAN
- Bonnie Westra, PhD, RN
The one-year program includes: - A summer institute at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
- Access to a variety of geriatric nursing teaching resources
- Mentoring to support individualized professional development plans
- Membership in a network of nurses with expertise in geriatric nursing education
Participation in the FLAG program is free to members in the area of the Upper Midwest Geriatric Nursing Education Alliance (Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Tribal Colleges); however, enrollment is limited this year to 50 participants. Faculty from other states and advanced practice nurses are also welcome to apply. A registration fee will be required for all FLAG Summer Institute participants from outside of the four-state Alliance/Tribal College region.
FLAG Fellow Resource Site (Secure - User name and password required)
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