Dr. Wen Liu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Wen Liu is an Associate Professor at Penn State University’s Ross and Carol Nese College of Nursing. Her research primarily focuses on optimizing behavioral challenges, food intake, function, nutrition, hydration, and quality of life for older adults with dementia, alongside the promotion of person-centered care. Liu has developed and validated several observational tools for dementia research and has extensive experience in mentoring and teaching both on and off-campus related to dementia and aging. She has secured significant research support as Principal Investigator for various competitive grants and led studies examining factors influencing eating performance and mealtime behaviors among older adults living with dementia. Liu’s work is critical in establishing evidence-based mealtime care interventions that improve quality interactions and outcomes. She has a proven track record of 57 peer-reviewed publications and numerous conference presentations, highlighting her significant impact on the field of gerontological nursing and dementia care.

Research Interests

Awards

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Harriet H. Werley New Investigator Award

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Distinguished Educator in Gerontological Nursing

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Gerontological Nursing Science Mid-Career Award

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Fellow

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Fellow

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.