WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Aug. 13 -- Winston-Salem State University issued the following news release:
Three years ago, Dr. Cheryl A. Thaxton helped launch innovative graduate nursing programs at an academic medical university in Texas that trains doctors, pharmacists, researchers and physical therapists.
Thaxton, who in 2010 established a palliative care program at a leading national pediatric hospital, brings her experience in building and advancing healthcare programs to Winston-Salem State University at a pivotal time of growth. Her recent appointment as dean of the School of Health Sciences and chief nursing administrator comes as WSSU expands its portfolio of health sciences programs and initiatives, including two new degrees in public h...