Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences Appoints Dr. Shelley Johnson as Provost and Chief Academic Officer

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences has appointed Dr. Shelley Johnson as Provost and Chief Academic Officer, effective June 30. Dr. Johnson brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in higher education and healthcare, along with a deep understanding of Joyce University’s mission, having served on its Board of Trustees and as Chair of the Academic Affairs Committee.

Dr. Johnson most recently served as Provost at Salem University, where her leadership was instrumental in advancing academic excellence and driving institutional growth. Her career includes serving as Dean of Nursing at Florida A&M University, where she led a team of over 140 faculty and staff. Throughout her professional journey, Dr. Johnson has been recognized for her commitment to developing innovative nursing programs and preparing future healthcare leaders.

“Dr. Johnson is an accomplished leader with a proven track record of supporting student success through excellent academic programs,” said Joshua Knotts, Interim President and CEO of Joyce University. “Her familiarity with Joyce University, coupled with her extensive experience in nursing education, positions her to make an immediate and lasting impact.”

Dr. Johnson’s academic background includes a Ph.D. in Leadership from the University of the Cumberlands and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership (EdD) from the University of Phoenix, a Master of Science in Community Health Nursing from Penn State, a Master's in Business Administration from Northwestern University-Kellogg, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. Earlier in her career, she led the development of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, demonstrating her dedication to expanding access to high-quality nursing education, while her latter career focused on program revitalization.

“I am honored to serve Joyce University as Provost and Chief Academic Officer,” said Dr. Johnson. “Having been part of this community as a Trustee, I’ve seen firsthand the university’s unwavering commitment to student success and academic excellence. I look forward to collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to continue advancing that mission.”

For more information about Joyce University and its innovative nursing programs, visit Joyce.edu.

ABOUT JOYCE UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1979, Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences’ mission is to prepare students to serve as competent professionals, to advance their careers, and to pursue lifelong learning. Located in Draper, Utah, Joyce University is proud to have helped thousands of students across the US graduate and launch lasting healthcare careers. With a recent expansion of its pre-licensure programs to select regional locations, including Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Kentucky, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin. Joyce University’s expansion enables aspiring nurses in these regions to access the same high-quality education and opportunities that have defined the institution for decades. Join them as they continue to shape the future of healthcare, one student at a time.

Joyce University is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) for the Associate of Science in Nursing degree program and by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing degree programs.