
You represent The Leadership Architect—a nurse leader, mentor, and advocate dedicated to developing people and strengthening the future of nursing. Your commitment to cultivating the next generation of nursing leaders embodies the very spirit of #TheNextShift.

You represent The Mental Health Innovator—using your expertise in psychic nursing, innovation, education, and advocacy to challenge traditional approaches and improve the way we care for those experiencing mental-health challenges. Your commitment to creating meaningful change embodies the spirit of #TheNextShift.

You represent The Red Carpet Advocate—a nurse who has expanded her impact through media, entertainment, storytelling, and passionate advocacy for autism and the families you serve. Your ability to use your voice and platform to elevate important conversations embodies the spirit of #TheNextShift.

Dr. Angel Coaston serves as the Founding Dean of Pepperdine University’s School of Nursing within the College of Health Sciences. She led the visioning, development, and successful approval of the new Pepperdine University School of Nursing. Guided by a mission to cultivate compassionate and caring nurse leaders, Dr. Coaston is committed to preparing graduates who will positively influence the nursing profession, transform healthcare systems, and impact communities both locally and globally.
