December 2025
Melanie
Ayers
,
DNP, RN, CNE
Wilmington University
New Castle
,
DE
United States
Dr. Melanie Ayers uses her caring nature, integrity, and flexibility to create a supportive classroom environment. Her patience and confidence help students overcome challenges, while her adaptability ensures all learners feel valued and empowered to succeed.
Melanie Ayers, DNP, RN, CNE, Assistant Chair of the RN to BSN Program and MSN Leadership, truly embodies Wilmington University’s mission, vision, and values. She demonstrates an unwavering commitment to providing high-quality, relevant, and accessible education by fostering an environment where students feel supported and valued.
Throughout my RN to BSN journey, Dr. Ayers consistently offered guidance and encouragement, ensuring that my educational experience was tailored to my goals and future career needs. Her recommendation to apply for the Dr. Maureen Sullivan Foley Scholarship reflects her dedication to student success and her belief in creating opportunities for growth. When I was awarded the scholarship, Dr. Ayers attended the ceremony to celebrate and show her support, exemplifying the University’s emphasis on individual attention and caring relationships. Her actions highlight inclusivity, respect, and a genuine investment in the development of responsible, compassionate professionals.
Through her leadership and mentorship, Dr. Ayers models Wilmington University’s innovative, student-centered approach and commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. Dr. Melanie Ayers promotes a learning environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational. She ensures that all students feel respected and supported, regardless of background, and actively promotes equal access to resources and opportunities. Through personalized guidance and encouragement, she recognizes individual strengths and creates an inclusive atmosphere that values different perspectives. Her commitment to student success reflects Wilmington University’s dedication to understanding, respect, and equity in education.
Dr. Melanie Ayers uses her caring nature, integrity, and flexibility to create a supportive classroom environment. Her patience and confidence help students overcome challenges, while her adaptability ensures all learners feel valued and empowered to succeed. Dr. Melanie Ayers demonstrates exceptional enthusiasm for teaching, learning, and nursing, which inspires and motivates her students. Her passion for the profession is evident in every interaction, she brings energy and real-world insight to the classroom, making learning engaging and relevant. Through her encouragement and dedication, students feel empowered to excel and embrace nursing as a lifelong commitment to care and leadership.
Dr. Melanie Ayers serves as an outstanding role model and mentor for professional nursing. She exemplifies integrity, leadership, and compassion, inspiring students to uphold the highest standards of the profession. Through her guidance and encouragement, she helps students grow into confident, ethical, and patient-centered nurses, modeling the values and behaviors essential for success in nursing practice.
I want to express my deepest gratitude to Dr. Melanie Ayers for the incredible impact she has had on my life and career. From the very beginning of my RN to BSN journey, she believed in me, even when I doubted myself. Her encouragement to apply for the Dr. Maureen Sullivan Foley Scholarship gave me confidence I didn’t know I had, and when I was awarded, she stood by my side at the ceremony, celebrating as if it were her own achievement. That moment showed me how much she truly cares about her students.
Beyond that, Dr. Ayers gave me the courage to dream bigger and continue my education even further. Her unwavering support and genuine kindness have inspired me to push past fear and embrace every opportunity. She is not just an educator—she is a mentor, a role model, and a source of strength. I will carry her influence with me throughout my nursing career, and I am forever grateful for her guidance and belief in me.
Throughout my RN to BSN journey, Dr. Ayers consistently offered guidance and encouragement, ensuring that my educational experience was tailored to my goals and future career needs. Her recommendation to apply for the Dr. Maureen Sullivan Foley Scholarship reflects her dedication to student success and her belief in creating opportunities for growth. When I was awarded the scholarship, Dr. Ayers attended the ceremony to celebrate and show her support, exemplifying the University’s emphasis on individual attention and caring relationships. Her actions highlight inclusivity, respect, and a genuine investment in the development of responsible, compassionate professionals.
Through her leadership and mentorship, Dr. Ayers models Wilmington University’s innovative, student-centered approach and commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. Dr. Melanie Ayers promotes a learning environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational. She ensures that all students feel respected and supported, regardless of background, and actively promotes equal access to resources and opportunities. Through personalized guidance and encouragement, she recognizes individual strengths and creates an inclusive atmosphere that values different perspectives. Her commitment to student success reflects Wilmington University’s dedication to understanding, respect, and equity in education.
Dr. Melanie Ayers uses her caring nature, integrity, and flexibility to create a supportive classroom environment. Her patience and confidence help students overcome challenges, while her adaptability ensures all learners feel valued and empowered to succeed. Dr. Melanie Ayers demonstrates exceptional enthusiasm for teaching, learning, and nursing, which inspires and motivates her students. Her passion for the profession is evident in every interaction, she brings energy and real-world insight to the classroom, making learning engaging and relevant. Through her encouragement and dedication, students feel empowered to excel and embrace nursing as a lifelong commitment to care and leadership.
Dr. Melanie Ayers serves as an outstanding role model and mentor for professional nursing. She exemplifies integrity, leadership, and compassion, inspiring students to uphold the highest standards of the profession. Through her guidance and encouragement, she helps students grow into confident, ethical, and patient-centered nurses, modeling the values and behaviors essential for success in nursing practice.
I want to express my deepest gratitude to Dr. Melanie Ayers for the incredible impact she has had on my life and career. From the very beginning of my RN to BSN journey, she believed in me, even when I doubted myself. Her encouragement to apply for the Dr. Maureen Sullivan Foley Scholarship gave me confidence I didn’t know I had, and when I was awarded, she stood by my side at the ceremony, celebrating as if it were her own achievement. That moment showed me how much she truly cares about her students.
Beyond that, Dr. Ayers gave me the courage to dream bigger and continue my education even further. Her unwavering support and genuine kindness have inspired me to push past fear and embrace every opportunity. She is not just an educator—she is a mentor, a role model, and a source of strength. I will carry her influence with me throughout my nursing career, and I am forever grateful for her guidance and belief in me.