Research, Scholarship, and Lifelong Learning
KCON Research, Scholarship, and Lifelong Learning
At GVSU's Kirkhof College of Nursing (KCON), the commitment we make to our students and healthcare partners is to continually pursue knowledge to transform and improve patient care. This mission has greatly impacted and shaped KCON into a place that:
- Attracts world-class faculty who are recognized thought-leaders in the world of nursing education;
- Provides students opportunities to collaborate with faculty on research on the cutting-edge of nursing and healthcare;
- Supports current nurse leaders (and their employers), by providing programs and events to grow their knowledge and expertise.
See for yourself how KCON's ongoing scholarship efforts support the ongoing work of the college!
KCON Scholarship By the Numbers
* The numbers above represent totals for the 2025-2026 academic year (August 2025 - July 2026).
KCON Faculty Scholars
At Grand Valley State University's Kirkhof College of Nursing, our greatest strength lies in our exceptional faculty. Committed to advancing nursing education and practice, our faculty bring a wealth of clinical expertise, scholarly achievement, and innovative teaching strategies to the classroom. Their dedication to student success and evidence-based care ensures that graduates are prepared to lead in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment. Through mentorship, research, and community engagement, KCON faculty exemplify the highest standards of the nursing profession.
Faculty Spotlight
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Research and Scholarship News
Lifelong Learning Opportunities
Research & Scholarship Resources
for current KCON faculty and staff
KCON provides faculty and students a library of hundreds of resources and learnings to support a variety of scholarship projects. Housed on GVSU's LMS Blackboard, the library includes items to help you every step of the way, including:
- Instructions and checklists to get started
- Statistical analysis tools
- Step-by-step tutorials
- Data sources
- Lifelong Learning opportunities
- Grant Information
- Writing assistance
- Dissemination resources
- Research tools
- .... and much more!