Professor
University of Central Florida
Mary Lou Sole, PhD, RN, CCNS, FAAN, FCCM, is dean and professor, and the Orlando Health Endowed Chair, at the University of Central Florida (UCF) College of Nursing in Orlando Florida. She is a nationally-known critical care clinical nurse specialist and researcher. She has authored over 100 clinical articles and edited a best-selling critical care textbook. She is dedicated to developing the next generation of nurse leaders. Dr. Sole has been honored with numerous awards, including being named a UCF Pegasus Professor, the university’s highest faculty honor. Although she is not a UCF alumna, she bleeds black and gold.