Dr. Lorelei Newton

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lorelei Newton joined the School of Nursing at the University of Victoria as a full-time faculty member in 2019. She has years of experience teaching nursing students at undergraduate and graduate levels, including practice simulation and clinical labs. As the coordinator of the Master of Nursing Program, she employs strength-based approaches in her teaching methodologies, fostering a positive and respectful learning environment that encourages critical thinking. Recognized for her contributions to nursing education and leadership, she received the 2020 Award of Excellence in Nursing Education and the 2023 Award of Excellence in Nursing Leadership from Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC. Dr. Newton has worked in various roles within clinical and community settings, including palliative care and oncology. Her research interests encompass nursing ethics, leadership, health workforce issues, and geriatric oncology. Dr. Newton has led various research projects aimed at improving nursing practice and patient outcomes, demonstrating a commitment to advancing the field through both education and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-09-01 — Present

School of Nursing • Victoria, BC, Canada

Full-time faculty member at the University of Victoria focusing on nursing education and research.

Courses

Leadership Advancing Nursing Practice Leading Practice Settings Philosophy Advanced Practice Nursing Nursing Ethics Health System Transformation Disciplinary Research APN Professional Practice VI: Nursing Research Consolidated Practice Experience III Consolidated Practice Experience IV Consolidated Practice Experience V Nursing Practice VIII Transitions

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.