Biography
A Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, Dr. Ayoola brings a distinguished record as a practitioner, educator, researcher, and academic leader. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria and later earned a Ph.D. at Michigan State University.
Previously, she taught at Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she served for 19 years in progressive leadership roles, including Inaugural Dean of the School of Health. In this capacity, she oversaw 21 undergraduate and graduate programs spanning nursing, pre-medicine, and public health, while advancing academic quality, program growth, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
“It is with great joy and a deep sense of calling that I step into this role and join the vibrant community of students, faculty, and staff at PBA,” said Dr. Ayoola. “I look forward to partnering together as we prepare the next generation of nursing professionals who pursue academic and clinical excellence, embody Christ-like compassion, and champion holistic wellness through interprofessional collaboration. My hope is that the School of Nursing will continue to prepare nurse educators, advocates, and transformational leaders who serve God with courage, uplift the communities they touch, and help shape a world where every person can flourish spiritually, physically, socially, and emotionally through high-quality, evidence-based nursing care.”
PBA’s School of Nursing offers a comprehensive array of programs across all levels of nursing education. Undergraduate students can pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, which is also available in an accelerated format for RNs (Registered Nurses). Graduate offerings include a Master of Science in Nursing with tracks in Health Systems Leadership, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Executive Leadership, Family Nurse Practice, and Psychiatric Mental Health.
Advanced Practice Nurses can enhance their expertise through the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, which offers specializations in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Executive Leadership, Family Nurse Practice, a Post-Master’s Concentration, and Psychiatric Mental Health.
The School of Nursing’s robust curriculum prepares students for licensing and certification exams relevant to their specific programs, such as the NCLEX for BSN graduates and various national certification exams for DNP specialties.