Professor Dr. Alison Hawk

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alison Hawk is a dedicated nursing educator and clinician with over 30 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, including medical-surgical, oncology, transplant, case management, and healthcare administration. As a proud graduate of the inaugural nursing class at Penn State Fayette, she has combined her clinical expertise with a passion for teaching since 2017. Currently serving as an Assistant Teaching Professor at Penn State Fayette, Hawk teaches a wide range of courses, including mental health, community health, fundamentals, geriatrics, and the transition to professional practice. Known for her innovative teaching strategies, she incorporates simulation, flipped classrooms, and interactive tools to promote critical thinking and student engagement. Her scholarly work focuses on simulation-based learning and faculty development, and she has coauthored modules to support clinical educators in their roles. Hawk is committed to advancing nursing education and enhancing the learning experience for her students.

Research Interests

Simulation

Awards

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Faculty Excellence Award

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Beta Sigma Honor Nurse Award

Courses

NURS200W: Nursing Research NURS230: Fundamentals of Nursing NURS420: Mental Health Nursing NURS251: Health Assessment NURS310: Nursing Care of Older Adult NURS465: Health Concepts for Adults with Complex Health Care Needs NURS301: Nursing Care of Adult Clients Requiring Medical-Surgical Intervention

Requirements for Penn State Ross Carol Nese College of Nursing

Bachelor Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120

Prerequisites

Anatomy & Physiology I (with lab) Anatomy & Physiology II (with lab) Introductory Chemistry (with lab) Introductory Psychology Introductory Sociology Elementary Statistics Human Development and Family Studies Introductory Nutrition Microbiology (with lab)

Application Checklist

  • Online Application (MyPennState or Common App)
  • Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR)
  • Official Transcripts (for international or transfer students)
  • English Proficiency Scores
  • Criminal Background Checks
  • Child Abuse History Clearance

Specialization Notes

The B.S.N. program is a four-year pre-licensure program. Students must start and remain at the campus of admission for all four years.