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Dr. Krista Hoekstra

Dean of Health and Science

School of Health + Science

Department: Biological + Health Sciences

952-446-4488

Educational and/or Professional Credentials

Ed.D. Bethel University – Doctor of Education, Leadership in Higher Education 

Certificate University of Minnesota – Leaders in Private Colleges 

M.A. Bethel University – Master of Arts in Nursing Education 

B.S. Bethel University – Bachelor of Science in Nursing 

Professional Focus and/or Research Agenda

Professional Focus: Leadership, Stewardship  

Nursing Practice Background: Psych, Mental Health, Addiction Recovery, Nursing Leadership

Faith Statement

Lead with Excellence, Live with Purpose.  

Published Works, Dissertation Topic, Awards, Accolades, Affiliations

Ed. D. Dissertation:   Centers of Excellence in Private Higher Education  

Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honors Society 

Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Peer Reviewer 

Women’s Healthcare Leadership TRUST