College of Health Sciences
Located in the heart of one of the nation’s leading healthcare hubs, students have access to unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning, research, internships, and professional networking. Nashville’s dynamic healthcare ecosystem connects aspiring professionals with world-renowned hospitals, healthcare organizations, and industry leaders, providing the experience and connections needed to excel in an ever-evolving field.
Contact Us
College of Health Sciences – Office of the Dean
Tennessee State University
Our Physical L ocation –
1112 37th Avenue North
Nashville, Tennessee 37209
Dr. Mohamed Kanu, Dean and Professor
Health Sciences Building, Suite 433, 4th floor
mkanu@tnstate.edu
615.963.6934
Dr. Tina Smith, Associate Dean, Department Chair, and Professor
Health Sciences Building, Suite 433, 4th floor
Tsmith31@tnstate.edu
615.963.7057
Ms. Brittany Cosby, Director of College and Building Operations
Health Sciences Building, Suite 433, 4th floor
bcosby@tnstate.edu
615.963.5924
Cardiorespiratory Care Sciences
Dr. Brenda Batts, Assistant Professor & Program Director
Health Sciences Building, Suite 315 – Office, 316 (3rd floor)
bbatt1@tnstate.edu
615.963.1240
Dental Hygiene
Dr. Illeana Brandt, Assistant Professor & Department Chair
Clement Hall, Dental Hygiene Clinic, 215
615.963.5840 phone
icrite@tnstate.edu
Health Information Management
Ms. Krystal Massey, Assistant Professor & Interim Program Director
Health Science Building, 347
615.963.7419
kmassey@tnstate.edu
Human Performance Sport Sciences (HPSS)
Dr. Robbie Cochrum, Associate Professor & Interim Department Chair
Howard C. Gentry Center Athletic Complex, 325
615.963.5986 phone
rcochrum@tnstate.edu
Nursing
Dr. Courtney Nyange, Professor; Executive Director
Health Sciences Building, Suite 402, 4th floor
615.963.5253 phone
chines3@tnstate.edu
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Dr. Laura Carpenter, Associate Professor & Department Chair
Health Sciences Building, Suite 438, 4th floor
615.963.5891 phone
lcarpen3@tnstate.edu
Physical Therapy (DPT)
Dr. Patricia King, Professor & Department Chair
Health Sciences Building, Suite 215, 2nd floor
615.963-5881 phone
pking5@tnstate.edu
Public Health, Health Administration, and Information, & Health Sciences
Dr. Elizabeth Brown, Associate Professor & Department Chair
Tennessee State University – Downtown Campus
Avon Williams Off-Campus Instructional Site, Suite D – 400, 4th FL
615.963.7367 phone
ebrown2@tnstate.edu
Speech Pathology & Audiology
Dr. Tina Smith, Associate Dean, Department Chair & Professor
Tennessee State University – Downtown Campus
Avon Williams Off-Campus Instructional Site, Suite P-208
615.963.7367 phone
Tsmith31@tnstate.edu