The Impact of Laura Jones, Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing
As non-traditional and first-generation students, London Moesinger and Rachel Greener recognize Dr. Laura Jones for her instruction in the nursing honors program and her dedication to nursing excellence. Dr. Jones is truly worthy of recognition from the Dumke College of Health Professions at Weber State University for her unique ability to mentor through perspective, perfectionism, and propelling student passions.
Dr. Jones provided essential guidance and support as London returned to ³Ô¹Ï¹ÙÍø’s BSN program after nearly two decades and Rachel transitioned from mail carrier to critical care nurse. She offered practical problem-solving, helping London resolve website issues and assisting Rachel through barriers to block-charting implementation in her unit.
Her high standards and persistence inspired confidence, resulting in proud student presentations and posters. Beyond coursework, Dr. Jones facilitated peer feedback, literature reviews, interprofessional collaboration, and opportunities to present at professional symposia.
Dr. Jones supported London’s focus on public health and mentored Rachel long after her December 2025 graduation—recommending leadership resources for her charge nurse role and writing letters of recommendation for nurse anesthesia programs.
She nominated both students for Sigma nursing awards and celebrated their BSN Outstanding Graduate awards at the Fall graduation. Inspired by her mentorship, Rachel now serves as Chair of Shared Governance in the University of Utah Hospital CVICU, presenting research at Nursing Grand Rounds with plans to submit to the AACN National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition.
Dr. Jones continues to support her students as they navigate their nursing careers. London and Rachel remain grateful for her guidance and are grateful to the Dumke College of Health Professions for the opportunity to learn from her.
The Impact of Brian Cottle
Putting teaching first means building bridges from the classroom directly into the healthcare industry. For Master of Health Administration (MHA) student Tyler Moyes, that bridge was built through the dedicated mentorship of Dr. Brian Cottle.
Dr. Cottle does more than just teach healthcare leadership—he actively opens doors for his students. Through personalized advocacy, strategic industry introductions, and targeted letters of recommendation, Dr. Cottle helped propel Moyes from ambitious graduate student to connected healthcare professional.
That hands-on commitment defines Dr. Cottle’s impact across the Dumke College of Health Professions. As faculty advisor for the Future Healthcare Leaders Association (FHLA), he routinely brings top-tier executives directly into the classroom, translating complex administrative theory into real-world practice and connecting Wildcats with meaningful career pathways before graduation. Dr. Cottle exemplifies what it means to be down to earth and forward thinking—challenging students to excel, caring enough to guide them personally, and empowering future leaders to transform their ambitions into reality.
