EAST LANSING, Mich. — Lorraine Robbins, an assistant professor with the College of Nursing, was recently honored with the Advancing the Science of Nursing Research in Adolescent Health Award from the Midwest Nursing Research Society.
She was presented with the award at the 33rd Annual Research Conference at the end of March in Minneapolis.
For 10 years, Robbins has dedicated much of her research to adolescent health, particularly focusing on physical activity among youth to avoid obesity. Her current research aims to help middle-school aged girls increase their physical activity through a school-based intervention.
The Midwest Nursing Research Society award recognizes Robbins’ success as a nurse researcher with a sustained record. MSU nursing faculty researcher Mildred Horodynski nominated Robbins for the award.
“I have witnessed Dr. Robbins’ passion for her research and untiring efforts in the promotion of physical activity for young adolescents,” Horodynski said. “She is a role model that provides mentorship and leadership in grant writing and model development. She is highly deserving of this award.”
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