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CHILL Lab Award Winners Featured in Vanderbilt Research News
Feb. 23, 2026—The CHILL lab’s long history of research honors from the Association of Child Life Professionals was documented in Vanderbilt Research News, particularly highlighting the work of alumnae Elise Cofer, Maile Jones, and Briana Keller: https://news.vanderbilt.edu/2026/02/23/qa-with-vanderbilts-child-studies-alumnae-who-dominate-professional-association-research-awards/
Dr. Boles’ Newest Book Coming Soon!
Feb. 20, 2026—Together with co-editor and prestigious nursing scientist Dr. Judy Rollins, Dr. Boles’ newest book is coming soon- Meeting Children’s Psychosocial Needs Across the Healthcare Continuum (3rd Edition). With chapters on “Preparing Children for Healthcare Encounters” and “Caring for Dying Children and their Families” expressly authored by Dr. Boles, and 11 additional chapters from experts in...
Boles’ Legacy Work Recognized in NYT Best-Seller
Jan. 23, 2025—In the words of Dr. Boles: “Grade school me was fascinated by #legacy, whether seemingly mundane moments carrying deep meaning or the fleeting and sacred nature of stories and shared experiences. Legacy, for me, was the sound of my grandmother’s voice, the joy of helping my grandfather “fix” things, and the wonder I felt the...