Leslie K. Robbins, PhD, APRN, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, FAANP, ANEF is a Professor and Dean of the School of Nursing at The University of Texas at El Paso. Dr. Robbins established the first DNP program at The University of Texas at El Paso. She also developed a grant-supported distance education Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program at NMSN and therefore increased the number of mental health practitioners both regionally and across the nation. Dr. Robbins is dedicated to both student and faculty success. Her clinical practice focuses on providing mental health to underserved populations. She has over 40 years of experience in nursing and her career has include positions in nursing administration, nursing education and clinical Practice. Her research interest include emotional intelligence, mental and behavioral health, student and faculty success and TBI/MCI.