Tribute Magazine

2018 issue

Mark Your Calendar for 2019

Join us in celebrating 50 years of excellence in education, research and patient care!

Students Care for Veterans While Starting Nursing Career

Two undergraduate nursing students had the opportunity to care for veterans when they participated in the VA Learning Opportunities Residency (VALOR) Program.
Front from left: Sergio Arellano-Ayala (MSN-AGACNP), Allyssa Garcia (ABSN), Stephanie Lopez (MSN-AGACNP), Kelley Greene (DNP) and Allison Stepanenko (MSN-FNP). Back from left: Paula Maldonado (MSN-AGACNP), Dr. Sara Gill and Dr. David Byrd.

Nursing Students Learn in England

Six students from the School of Nursing joined School of Health Professions students in an interprofessional international experience at Coventry University in Coventry, England, over Spring Break.

Nursing Advocate, Donor Continues Wife’s Legacy

From his time spent in the trenches side-by-side with military nurses to his 40-year marriage to one, retired Air Force Capt. Gary Baldwin has a keen understanding of the role nurses play in health care.

Nurse Researcher Earns Rising Star Award from UT System

Carolyn E.Z. Pickering, Ph.D., RN, assistant professor of nursing, received a Rising STAR Award from the UT System, a first for the School of Nursing.

Professor Receives Community Engagement Hero Award

Janna Lesser, Ph.D., RN, professor of nursing, has been selected to receive a Community Engagement Hero Award from the Institute for Integration of Medicine and Science.

Faculty Member Inducted into Tuskegee University ROTC Military Hall of Fame

Retired Col. Clarice Golightly-Jenkins, Ph.D., RN, was inducted in October 2017 into the Tuskegee University ROTC Military Hall of Fame.

Associate Professor Inducted as Fellow of AANP

Wendy J. Lee, D.N.P., FNP-BC, FAANP, RN, associate professor/clinical, was inducted as a fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.

Director of Admissions, Special Programs Joins School

Henry M. Cantu, M.A., has joined the School of Nursing as director of admissions and special programs. This position provides leadership in planning, developing and implementing recruitment, admissions and outreach programs for the nursing school.

New Associate Dean for Finance, Administration Hired

Jennifer Johnstone, M.B.A., has joined the School of Nursing as associate dean for finance and administration. This position provides budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, strategic financial planning, and other administrative support to the nursing school.
Mary Jane Ihle Clark recently visited with students at the School of Nursing. Mary Jane decided to include the nursing school in her estate plan. Planned giving is a great way to support the future success of the nursing program.

Leaving a Legacy: Planned Gifts Crucial to School

Mary Jane Ihle Clark dedicated her life to helping people with intellectual disabilities and improving the lives of others.
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