Research, Innovation, Student Engagement
Welcome to the San Diego State University Imperial Valley RISE Center. We are dedicated to Research, Innovation, & Student Engagement. Our mission is to build community-academic partnerships to identify and launch lasting solutions to the rural border health disparities that plague this region.
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In Partnership With:
Michael Gates PhD, RN
SDSU School of Nursing Associate Director
SDSU School of Nursing Associate Professor
RISE Co-Founder & Co-Director
"The SDSU Imperial Valley Rise Center will connect, collaborate and work with community stakeholders with academic researchers to facilitate data driven change."
Shiloh Williams PhD, RN, NPD-BC, CNE
SDSU Imperial Valley Assistant Professor in Nursing
2025 NRHA Health Policy Fellow
Co-Founder/Co-Director of the Healthcare EmpathyRX Lab
“Engaging students in research is essential for preparing the next generation of researchers and innovators, equipping them with the skills and mindset needed to address the most pressing health challenges in Imperial County."
2025 NRHA Health Policy Fellow
Co-Founder/Co-Director of the Healthcare EmpathyRX Lab
“Engaging students in research is essential for preparing the next generation of researchers and innovators, equipping them with the skills and mindset needed to address the most pressing health challenges in Imperial County."
Beverly Carlson PhD, RN, CNS, CCRN-K, FAHA
SDSU School of Nursing Associate Professor
SDSU School of Nursing Graduate Advisor
RISE Co-Founder
"Involving students in the RISE Center’s process of creating solutions helps sustain the work by teaching the future leaders of the community."
SDSU School of Nursing Graduate Advisor
RISE Co-Founder
"Involving students in the RISE Center’s process of creating solutions helps sustain the work by teaching the future leaders of the community."
We look forward to hearing from you!
With about 1,200 students, SDSU Imperial Valley provides a uniquely intimate educational experience.