School of Nursing
The OBU School of Nursing has been preparing highly-qualified nurses for careers since 1952. And today nurses are needed more than ever as the demand for quality healthcare continues to escalate. We are dedicated to equipping you with the finest nursing skills that will prepare you to enter your nursing career, whether you are seeking an undergraduate degree to become a registered nurse or you already have a bachelor’s degree in another field and would like to become a registered nurse or you are an LPN who wants to advance your education and expand your career options. You will experience a high-quality curriculum that is contemporary, relevant and meets the ever-changing needs of the health-care industry.
Hear from the chair of the School of Nursing, Dr. Stephanie Parker, about how a degree from OBU will prepare you to be a future shaper.
Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
The OBU BSN degree program will equip you with the finest nursing skills within an environment where you are surrounded by supportive faculty and fellow students who share your faith and aspirations, creating an environment that fosters spiritual growth and academic excellence.
LPN to BSN
The LPN to BSN program offers you an academically exceptional nursing curriculum complemented by a faith-based education. After successful completion of our program, you’ll be ready to maximize your earning potential and your professional opportunities.
World-Class Faculty
OBU faculty are experts in their fields and will be with you every step of the way.
Dr. Stephanie Parker
Chair, School of Nursing
Lawrence C. and Marion Harris Chair of Nursing
Associate Professor of Nursing
Dr. Jaime Brantley
Associate Professor of Nursing
Dr. Robin Brothers
Associate Professor of Nursing
Dr. Laura Gramling
Associate Professor of Nursing
Kathleen Kennedy
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Joan Klerekoper
Associate Professor of Nursing
Abbie Richardson
Instructor of Nursing
Director of Simulation Center
Dr. Megan Smith
Associate Professor of Nursing
Dr. Dawn Westbrook
Associate Professor of Nursing