Dr. Overgaard has a broad set of teaching interests that center on incorporating innovative teaching strategies that advance concept based student learning and foster clinical judgement and promote self-care. She utilizes promotes a Trauma Informed Care Approach as a framework for enhancing nursing care and care that supports people within their communities. Dr. Overgaard strives to teach and mentor students through active participation in projects that enhance care across the continuum for people with serious or chronic illnesses and promote social equity and justice in communities.