Cynthia Clark, professor emeritus at the School of Nursing, recently published the third edition of her book, Creating and Sustaining Civility in Nursing Education.
“Dr. Cindy Clark has had a profound impact on Boise State, shaping a culture of civility that continues to influence the School of Nursing,” said Kelley Connor, interim divisional dean of the School of Nursing.
“She’s been a mentor to me and so many others, pushing us to not just talk about civility but to actively create and sustain it in our work. Her book continues to be a valuable resource, offering practical guidance for nurses and educators on building respectful, supportive environments where everyone can thrive,” Connor said.
According to the publisher, Clark’s new edition reflects the modern landscape of higher education by focusing on online teaching and learning environments; the political climate and campus unrest; virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and academic integrity; and trauma-informed teaching and learning.
Clark includes practical strategies – like role-modeling and mentoring, self-care, cognitive rehearsal, and positive learning environments – for equipping individuals in nursing education.
In April 2023 Clark received national recognition for her advancements in nursing scholarship; the National League for Nursing awarded her the Marilyn H. Oermann Award for Distinguished Research in Nursing Education.
Clark taught at Boise State for 19 years and founded Civility Matters™ at the university. As a nurse/therapist, she specialized in adolescent mental health, substance abuse recovery, and suicide and violence prevention. Her groundbreaking work on fostering civility and healthy work environments has brought national and international attention to the controversial issues of incivility in academic and work environments around the globe.