Shelby M. Pitts, DNP, APN, RN, WHNP-BC Dr. Shelby Pitts earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Temple University, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Rutgers University, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. She currently serves as Assistant Dean for the Entry to Baccalaureate Division and Program Director of the RN to BS program at Rutgers University School of Nursing, where she is also an Assistant Professor. In addition to her academic leadership, Dr. Pitts is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 20 years of experience in nursing practice and education. Her professional and scholarly interests focus on women’s reproductive health, maternal health disparities, and infant health outcomes among minority populations. Dr. Pitts is deeply committed to advancing the nursing profession and supporting the growth and development of future nurses.