Cheryl Thaxton (Nursing, Dallas) recently was recognized by two organizations for her work in nursing.

Thaxton received the National Black Nurse Practitioner Association’s Ambassador Award during the organization’s scholarship and awards event Dec. 4. The NBNPA is an organization committed to improving the public health and welfare of all communities.

She also was notified of her selection as the NYU Meyers Estelle Osborne Award recipient. The award, presented by the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, honors African American and Black nursing alumni and faculty who have advanced the professional development of nurses, have served as role models, and continue to be active leaders in the nursing profession.

Thaxton will be recognized at the virtual Estelle Osborne Legacy Celebration on Feb. 24, 2022.