Center for Community and Global Partnerships

Our mission is to develop sustainable partnerships with health systems in Memphis, the Mid-South, and throughout Tennessee; and globally to advance the profession of nursing and improve health outcomes.

Established and led by College of Nursing Dean Wendy Likes, PhD, DNSc, APRN-BC, FAAN, FAANP, the center offers the education, support and experiences for nurses to make a significant difference in patient care. Assistant Dean Sara Day, PhD, RN, FAAN, provides day-to-day management and strategic direction for the center, along with Center Director Lisa Beasley, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, AFN-C.