xt7stq5rbz8d https://exploreuk.uky.edu/dips/xt7stq5rbz8d/data/mets.xml University of Kentucky College of Nursing Kentucky -- Lexington University of Kentucky College of Nursing 2006 2007 newsletters English University of Kentucky College of Nursing Contact the Special Collections Research Center for information regarding rights and use of this collection. University of Kentucky College of Nursing publications Nursing CONnections, Winter 2006-2007 text CONnections, Winter 2006-2007 2006 2006 2007 2019 true xt7stq5rbz8d section xt7stq5rbz8d * Editor M. Claire Baker Contributors Kristin Ashford, M.S.N, R.N. Ann Blackford, UK Public Relations Perry Bohanon, M.S.N., A.R.N.P., C.S. Patricia Burkhart, Ph.D., R.N. Judith Daniels, Ph.D., R.N., A.R.N.P. Teresa Free, Ph.D., R.N., A.R.N.P. Terry Green Lynne Hall, Dr.P.H., R.N. Melanie Hardin-Pierce, D.N.P M.S.N.A.R.N.P ., .-C.S. Karen Hill, R.N., M.S.N., C.N.A.A., F.A.C.H.E. Kim Horne, R.N. Patricia Howard, Ph.D., R.N., C.N.A.A. Gina Lowry, Ph.D.(c), R.N. Amanda White Nelson, UK Public Relations Ann Peden, D.S.N., R.N., C.S. Deborah Reed, Ph.D., R.N., C. M.S.P.H. Leslie Scott, Ph.D., R.N., A.R.N.P., C.D.E. Gwen Short, D.N.P., M.S.N., A.R.N.P. Marcia Stanhope, D.S.N. R.N., FA.A.N. Ruth "Topsy" Staten, Ph.D., R.N. C.S. Karen Stefaniak, Ph.D., R.N. Lisa Pederson Turner, Ph.D. (c), R.N. Carolyn A. Williams, R.N., Ph.D., F.A.A.N. Design and Production M. Claire Baker Photography Kristin Ashford, M.S.N., R.N. M. Claire Baker Terry Green Jane Kirschling, R.N., D.N.S. Todd Pellowe Kim Thomas Lee P. Thomas Photography is published annually by the University of Kentucky College of Nursing. Jane M. Kirschling, R.N., D.N.S., Dean University of Kentucky College of Nursing 315 College of Nursing Bldg. Lexington, KY 40536-0232 From the dean As I reflect on my 26 years as a nurse, I am struck by the richness of opportunities that I have had caring for patients and their families, guiding undergraduate and graduate students in the acquisition of new knowledge, and working with nursing faculty and staff to assure high quality nursing education and research. It is with great pride that I accepted this new opportunity to serve as the fourth dean of an outstanding College of Nursing. Without a doubt, I am following in the footsteps of three outstanding nurse leaders – Dr. Carolyn Williams, Dr. Marion McKenna, and Dr. Marcia Dake. I truly am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the future of nursing in Kentucky. Beginning in fall 2007, the College of Nursing will be expanding enrollment in our traditional undergraduate program. With the full support of President Todd and Provost Subbaswamy, we will increase the number of baccalaureate nursing students admitted to the sophomore year from 80 to 160. This growth is very important for Kentucky as health care institutions will increasingly be faced with the retirement of the “baby boom” generation of nurses. As part of this expansion, we will also be growing the number of nursing faculty and staff. Over the next three years, we will add eight additional doctorally prepared faculty. The magnitude of this expansion means that we will experience some “growing pains” in terms of space, scholarship money, and clinical sites. I appreciate everyone’s ongoing efforts to help us effectively manage our growth – whether you are serving as a preceptor for one of our students, overseeing one of our clinical sections on a part-time basis, or contributing to our 2007 phonathon to build our endowment to student scholarships. Another major initiative that the College is involved with is setting our course for the next three years – 2007-2010. President Todd, with the support of the Kentucky legislature, has laid out his Top 20 Business Plan for the University of Kentucky to be a top 20 public institution by 2020. This presents a wonderful opportunity for the College of Nursing to build on our strong foundation of rigorous educational programs, from the baccalaureate degree through doctoral education, strong practice partnerships both within UK HealthCare and the greater Lexington community, and the generation and application of research that impacts the quality of life of Kentuckians. My hope is that we will have the opportunity to meet in person during the coming year. I would welcome the opportunity to hear your ideas about how the College of Nursing can continue to make important contributions in teaching, practice, research, and service. My phone number is (859) 323-4857 and my e-mail address is janek@email.uky.edu. The College is very fortunate to have outstanding alumni who make a difference every day in the lives they touch. We are also grateful to have dedicated friends who financially support the important work of the College. Enjoy this issue of CONnections! Visit us online at www.mc.uky.edu/nursing Jane M. Kirschling, R.N., D.N.S. Dean * Contents From the dean....................................................................................2 The College Announcing the College’s fourth dean...............................................4 . Kirschling the right leader to continue Williams’ work.......................5 Celebrated and well-known dean steps aside.....................................6 New dean begins talks with emeriti faculty........................................7 College welcomes new faculty...........................................................7 Faculty promoted, doctorates awarded..............................................7 Planning for 2007-2010 College Strategic Plan.................................7 . Assistant dean broadens her leadership............................................8 . New end-of-life elective offered.........................................................8 . Supporter of the College visits...........................................................8 Development Scholarship recipients.......................................................................9 . 2006 phonathon big success.............................................................9 Scholarship news............................................................................11 . Scholarship in your name................................................................11 Our donors......................................................................................12 . Caring Society members and fellows...............................................15 Undergraduate Program Teaching in Haiti..............................................................................17 . Deadline change for undergraduate applications.............................19 Undergraduates hold health fair.......................................................19 White coat ceremony held for seniors.............................................19 . Students participate in fund-raising walk.........................................20 Undergraduate wins Lyman T. Johnson Award................................20 College mourns loss of May 2006 graduate.....................................21 Scholarship fund established for Lindsey Harp................................21 Graduate Programs Ph.D. grad researches in tobacco policy control..............................22 Ph.D. students garner awards..........................................................23 Recent Ph.D. Program graduates. ...................................................24 . Recent D.N.P. Program graduates. ..................................................24 . Interested in becoming a neonatal N.P.?..........................................25 Graduate Psych/Mental Health Track students growing in number..25 D.N.P. graduate immersed in College’s life.......................................26 UK pioneered D.N.P. Program; others changing nationwide............26 Research and scholarship Farms, bars, 18-wheelers, and single working moms......................27 Psych faculty focusing on various areas..........................................28 Staten focuses on reducing substance abuse..................................29 Faculty member wins award for ventilator bundle initiative.............29 . Research “comes alive” for undergraduates....................................29 Undergraduates have poster presentations accepted for SNRS.......30 Student Scholarship Showcase. ......................................................31 . Selected grant news.........................................................................33 Selected publications.......................................................................34 Recently published books and chapters...........................................36 Alumni 2006 reunion...................................................................................37 . Alumni association presents awards................................................38 2005 reunion...................................................................................39 . Ph.D. graduate wins Lyman T. Johnson Award................................40 B.S.N. alum part of local government..............................................42 Hall of Fame established..................................................................43 Comfortable with the critical…and with each other.........................44 M.S.N. grad practicing, teaching, authored children’s book.............46 Alum’s leadership leads to Magnet status at hospital. .....................46 . From your alumni association president..........................................47 2006 alumni association board of directors.....................................47 Clinical practice Team working to improve care for chronically ill patients................49 Ph.D. grad’s work in promoting childhood weight management......49 Traveling Kentucky, providing diabetes education, camps...............50 Jumpin’ Jaguars: working to make kids healthier............................50 Ph.D. student is state’s N.P. of the year...........................................51 . Stanhope nominated as Edge Runner by academy..........................51 Albert B. Chandler Medical Center UK announces new hospital, health sciences campus.....................52 UK Chandler Hospital again redesignated with Magnet status.........54 Collaboration benefits College and UK Hospital Nursing Services...55 Organizational change College begins 2007 with new administrative structure...................56 * The College Announcing the College's fourth dean Jane Marie Kirschling, R.N., D.N.S. In August 2006 Jane Marie Kirschling, R.N., D.N.S., became dean and professor of the College of Nursing at the University of Kentucky. Kirschling was formerly dean of the University of Southern Maine College of Nursing and Health Professions. Kirschling has previously served as associate dean at the University of Rochester School of Nursing and Oregon Health Sciences University School of Nursing. A psychiatric nurse, she has published numerous research papers on the experience of terminal illness among patients and caregivers and the grief process, among other topics. “The importance of preparing top students at the University of Kentucky for careers in nursing is paramount, as the need for health professionals continues to grow across the U.S.,” said Kirschling. “I look forward to working with UK College of Nursing faculty and staff to chart the future growth and direction of the UK College of Nursing, to ensure that the University is doing its part to bolster the strength of Kentucky as a healthy place to live, learn and work. Under the able leadership of Dean Carolyn Williams, the College has gained national prominence for innovative educational programming, important contributions to nursing knowledge, and faculty practice in the community, as well as advanced practice nursing.” Dean Williams is returning to the College of Nursing faculty following a sabbatical. “We are fortunate to have Kirschling join the University of Kentucky,” said Kumble R. Subbaswamy, UK provost. “The UK College of Nursing faculty and staff are credited for their exceptional work that helped to attract excellent leadership to our University, as well as the search committee for their commitment to the selection process.” With superb credentials in management and educational leadership, and in the 46th year of the College of Nursing, * a Dean Kirschling plans to continue to support the direction of the College. Bringing her own vision and style to promote continued excellence in education, research, and practice she will engage the College with the University in strategic events that will support the University’s agenda to attain top-twenty status among public colleges and universities. Kirschling completed her B.S.N. from Viterbo College (Wisconsin) and her M.S.N. and D.N.S. from Indiana University School of Nursing. Her graduate studies focused on mental health and end-of-life care. Her scholarship has focused on grief, family caregiving at the end-of-life, and the nursing workforce. Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Dorothy Brockopp, co-chair of the dean search committee, recalls that substantial growth occurred under Williams' leadership, such as the start of the Ph.D. Program in 1987. Previous to that, University officials said the College lacked a solid research base and qualified faculty. Williams stepped up recruiting efforts, and by 1987, the College employed seventeen doctorally prepared faculty. Another nine faculty began pursuing their Ph.D.s. Today, 38 faculty members hold doctorates and the College's research program continues to grow. Additionally, under Williams' deanship, the nation's first Doctor of Nursing Practice Program was opened in 2001. Brockopp says Dean Kirschling is the right person to build upon Williams' work. Winter 2006-2007 * Kirschling the right leader to continue Williams' work Excellence in Education education • Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Professor, Oregon Health Sciences University (1994-1996) • Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Professor, University of Rochester School of Nursing (1996-1999) • Dean and Professor, University of Southern Maine, College of Nursing and Health Professions (1999-2006) • Robert Wood Johnson Executive Nurse Fellow (2000-2003) • Harvard Institutes for Higher Education Graduate School of Education, MLE Management and Leadership in Education (2001) Leadership Excellence • Chair, Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association Board of Directors (2002-2003) • Chair, Sigma Theta Tau International Foundation Board of Directors (2003-2005) • Board of Directors of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (2003-present) • Chair, AACN’s Government Affairs Committee (2003-present) • AACN’s representative to the American Nurses Association Council on Congress on Nursing Practice and Economics (2006-present) • Chair, Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation Board of Directors (2005-2006) • Member, Board of Nursing Knowledge International, Sigma Theta Tau International (2006-present) • Numerous articles, book chapters and presentations leadership Awards and Honors • Outstanding Alumni Award for Education, Viterbo College (1991) • Beth Wessinger Award, Oregon Hospice Association (1995) • Forty Under Forty, The Business Journal, Portland, Ore. (1996) • Indiana University School of Nursing Alumni Association, Distinguished Alumna Award (1996) • OMNE Leadership Achievement Award, OMNE Nursing Leaders of Maine (2003) • The Agnes E. Flaherty Leadership Award, ANA-Maine (2006) awards & honors "I look forward to working with UK College of Nursing faculty and staff to chart the future growth and direction of the UK College of Nursing, to ensure that the University is doing its part to bolster the strength of Kentucky as a healthy place to live, learn and work." www.mc.uky.edu/nursing University of Kentucky College of Nursing * * Celebrated and well-known dean steps aside The College of Nursing honored excellence in leadership as Carolyn A. Williams stepped aside as the third dean of the College in August 2006 after twenty-two years of service. Williams provided vision and direction for the College, working with the faculty to move into the twenty-first century with a top-twenty ranking among programs of nursing in public institutions. She is recognized internationally, nationally, and locally for her contributions to leadership, education, research, and to the improved health of populations as a public health specialist. As she continues the next steps in her career as an educator and researcher, Williams has established an endowment to provide a legacy for her family and her specialty area of public health nursing. Williams is returning to the faculty following a sabbatical. Prior to appointment to the faculty at UK, she held several positions including: associate professor of epidemiology in the School of Public Health as well as associate professor of nursing in the School of Nursing at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill; and professor and director of the graduate program and research at the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University. She has many publications in nursing, primary care, and public health, and she has served on numerous editorial boards and as a reviewer for several publications. Williams has held many leadership roles, described in the accomplishments highlighted below, as well as chairperson, Commission on Nursing Research, ANA; member, Program Development Board, American Public Health Association (APHA); and current member of boards of the local American Red Cross, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. She has held appointments on National Research Study sections and currently serves on review panels for the National Institute for Nursing Research. – Professor Marcia Stanhope, D.S.N., R.N., F.A.A.N. Former Dean Williams was presented with the traditional dean's portrait. Pictured with her is Dean Jane Kirschling. Excellence in education at the University of Kentucky education • Led the agenda and opened the Ph.D. program • Created environment for a research agenda • Created an environment for innovations in B.S.N./M.S.N. education • Led the agenda for faculty/professional staff for clinical practice and development of faculty practice • Created the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at the College of Nursing, the first in the nation Leadership excellence • Advanced the agenda for development of D.N.P. programs nationwide • Led the national agenda to support residency programs for B.S.N. graduates • Commissioner, President’s (Jimmy Carter) Commission for the Study of Ethical Problems in Medicine, Biomedical, and Behavioral Research (1980-1982) • President, American Academy of Nursing (1983-1985) • Member, Advisory Committee for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s Teaching Nursing Home Program (1983-1988) • Member, World Health Organization’s Expert Advisory Panel on Nursing, Geneva (1983-2000) • Member, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Washington. Appointed by Assistant Secretary of Health, Edward Bryant (1984-1989) • Member, Board of Directors, Sigma Theta Tau International, Indianapolis (1991-1994) • President, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (2000-2002) • Chair, AACN Roadmap Task Force for implementing the D.N.P. (2003-present) leadership Awards and honors • Carolyn A. Williams Award for Research (named award by Delta Psi Chapter, Sigma Theta Tau, 1998) • Alumna of the Year Award, School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2000) • Great 100 Nursing Alumni, Texas Woman’s University (2001) • Mary Tolle Wright Award for Excellence in Nursing Leadership, Sigma Theta Tau International (2001) • Carolyn A. Williams Award for outstanding Ph.D. graduate (named award by College of Nursing Alumni Association, 2005) * a awards & honors Winter 2006-2007 * New dean begins talks with faculty emeriti Dean Kirschling hosted a lunch for College of Nursing faculty emeriti at Spindletop Hall on Tues., Oct. 17. After much animated conversation, including their fondest memories while at the College, the dean shared some of the plans for the future, such as increasing the size of the undergraduate class. All agreed this is needed. The group had suggestions on things they were involved in that they felt were worthwhile and needed to be continued. Plans have already been set to make this lunch with the dean an annual event. Pictured standing are Dean Kirschling, Barbara Sachs, Kathryn Sallee, and Ruth Berry; seated are Juanita Fleming, Ruth Assell, and Evelyn Geller. College welcomes new faculty Faculty promoted, doctorates awarded – Development and Alumni Officer Terry Green Full-time Fran Hardin-Fanning Susan Frazier Jennifer Hatcher Vicki Hensley Undergraduate Program Graduate Program Both programs Undergraduate Program Part-time Kacy Allen-Bryant Traci Atkins Tami Baxter Roxanne Bowman Kimberly Brady Carole Crabtree Rebecca Dekker Paula Halcomb Karen Heaton Lara Morris Juawanna Schuller Undergraduate Program Graduate Program Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Program Graduate Program Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Program Promotions Debra Anderson awarded tenure Pat Burkhart promoted with tenure to associate professor Judi Daniels promoted to assistant clinical professor Ellen Hahn promoted to professor Leslie Scott promoted to assistant clinical professor Gwen Short promoted to assistant professor Doctorates awarded Karen Butler Melanie Hardin-Pierce Jennifer Hatcher Gwen Short Kathy Wagner Darlene Welsh D.N.P., UK College of Nursing D.N.P., UK College of Nursing Ph.D., UK College of Nursing D.N.P., UK College of Nursing Ed.D., Instructional Systems Design, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, UK College of Education Ph.D., Educational Psychology, Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology, UK College of Education Planning underway for 2007-2010 College Strategic Plan The College is engaging in strategic planning for 2007-2010. Faculty, staff, students, alumni, representatives from the Health Science Campus and community leaders had opportunities for input during three open forums held in November 2006. Forums were facilitated by Dean Kirschling and Strategic Planning Committee faculty members Associate Professor Terry Lennie, Assistant Clinical Professor Judi Daniels, Associate Professor Patricia Burkhart, and Lecturer Claudia Diebold. Related documents in pdf format can be found on our Web site, www.mc.uky.edu/nursing. www.mc.uky.edu/nursing University of Kentucky College of Nursing * * Assistant dean broadens her leadership in nursing Congratulations go to Juliann G. Sebastian, Ph.D., A.R.N.P, F.A.A.N., professor and assistant dean for advanced practice nursing for the College, who was recently appointed as dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Missouri at St. Louis. Since her appointment to the UK College of Nursing faculty in 1977, Sebastian served the College in innumerable ways and made major contributions to students and to the successes of all College of Nursing programs. She taught in the undergraduate program, served as interim assistant dean for undergraduate studies for a semester, advised Ph.D. students, and served as the assistant dean for advanced practice since 1996. This role included administrative responsibility for the M.S.N. Program, the College’s academic clinical practice activities, and the Good Samaritan Center for Nursing. Along with Marcia K. Stanhope, D.S.N., R.N., F.A.A.N., professor, Sebastian had a key role in the development and implementation of the Doctor of Nursing Practice program – the first of its kind in the U.S. – and co-directed that program since the program's initiation in 2001. Throughout her tenure Sebastian’s performance was outstanding, and she did all of these things with a deep commitment to supporting the mission of the College. The College was very fortunate to have had Julie as a faculty member and as a member of the administrative team. We have all benefited from our association with her. While it was very difficult to see her leave the College of Nursing and the University of Kentucky, we wish her all the best. Sebastian began her work in St. Louis in August 2006. – Former Dean and Professor Carolyn Williams The American Association of Colleges of Nursing teamed with the City of Hope to develop ELNEC (End of Life Nursing Education Consortium). The content of this elective is based on the ELNEC curriculum. Certificates of ELNEC training will be provided to nursing students who successfully complete the course. In accordance with the tenets of palliative care philosophy, the College also hopes to attract students from other disciplines. Gina Lowry is lead faculty; Sue Snider, associate vice president of nursing for Hospice of the Bluegrass, serves as voluntary faculty. Local experts in the field serve as guest speakers/panelists. More about the End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium is available at www.aacn.nche.edu/ELNEC/about.htm – Lecturer Gina Lowry, Ph.D.(c), R.N. Supporter of the College visits new dean and RICH Heart Program team Mrs. Linda Gill met with Dean Jane Kirschling, Professor Debra Moser, the Linda Gill Chair of Nursing, and Associate Professors Terry Lennie and Susan Frazier, members of the Research and Interventions for Cardiovascular Health (RICH Heart Program), in October 2006. The team shared the research, awards, and advances they have accomplished in the past year and expressed their gratitude for Gill’s gift that has made all of this possible. Gill said, “As a hospital volunteer for 30 years, I know who the heroes are... nurses. With the addition of a Chair and a Professorship, the University of Kentucky College of Nursing, already a leader in training cutting-edge nurses, will now become a leader in research and the development of nursing faculty. Their goal of being in the top 20 nursing colleges is poised to become a reality.” – Development and Alumni Officer Terry Green New end-of-life elective offered to undergraduate and graduate students There has been increased interest in end-of-life care as acute care settings contemplate incorporating the principles of palliative care, often proposing special nursing units to care for patients at the end of life. A new elective, End-of-Life Care in the Acute Care Setting, was taught for the first time in fall 2006. The course is open to B.S.N. students and to graduate students, since even professional nurses may not be completely comfortable with the knowledge and skills needed to provide quality care to patients at the end of life – care that can positively impact the lives of patients and families facing this stage of life. * a Pictured are some of the RICH Heart Program team principals. From left to right: Debra Moser, Terry Lennie, and Susan Frazier, along with Linda Gill. Winter 2006-2007 * Development Congratulations to scholarship recipients for 2004-’05 and 2005-’06 Gorman Merit Foundation Scholarship Jennifer Pettibone Harry and Marc Sample Scholarship College of Nursing General Scholarship Fund Katherine Herkamp Lisa Whaley Brittany Marcum Raven Stone Aliceson Trimpe Holliday-Milton Scholarship Doris Hatchell Memorial Nursing Scholarship Erin Bohannon Michelle Brown Carla Collier Sara Douglas Erin Evans Daniel O’Barr Stephanie Romelfanger Jasmine Sims Naketa Williams Timothy Yantz Amanda Lancaster Terre Ament Jane Badham Tudor Scholarship Katherine Herkamp Lisa Whaley Melva Jo Hendrix Scholarship Award Terre Ament Major Troy T. Gibson and Lt. Colonel Sally G. Siebert Scholarship Khay Dougandara Kristen Ramsey Continued on next page 2006 phonathon a big success – thank you! The 2006 phonathon was the biggest ever with 425 pledges, an increase of more than 36 percent. The grand total pledged was $20,874, also a record amount. The majority was given in honor of former Dean Carolyn Williams to be used in various areas of the College. The College of Nursing depends on this annual event to help meet many of the needs of the College, and we are so very grateful for each and every gift. Our goal for 2007 is to have even more alumni support their alma mater by answering “yes” when a UK student calls in February. Please join the millions across the country who give back to their colleges in this uniquely American tradition. www.mc.uky.edu/nursing University of Kentucky College of Nursing * * Scholarship recipients – continued Marcia Boyd Donaldson Scholarship Lindsey Harp Timothy Yantz Rachael Young Mary P. Winternitz Scholarship Michael Kimbleton Metropolitan Woman’s Club Scholarship Kimberly Skeene Tracey Spafford Aliceson Trimpe UK Chandler Medical Center Wright Fund Michelle Bischoff Shea David Mary Frances Gentry Christine Hoehne UK Chandler Medical Center Floyd Wright Fund Raven Stone Kelly Smith Leslee Bertram Khay Douangdara Kyle Howard Jennifer Pettibone Stephanie Romelfanger Ashleigh White Sarah Wright Pamela Riggs Peters Scholarship Chandler Medical Center Enhancement Scholarship Kelly Smith Raven Stone Sherese Bailey Vickie Brown Kirtricia Campbell LaTwanda Clay Ashley Coble Cheryl Mitchell Jasmine Sims Naketa Williams Nichole Wordlow Whitney Mayer Rachael Young Nancy B. Hynson Memorial Scholarship Peggy S. McClintock Scholarship Leslee Bertram Whitney Mayer Phyllis Antrim Briscoe Memorial Scholarship Katherine Herkamp Lisa Whaley Samaritan Gift Shop Volunteers Scholarship Kerri Clark Leslee Bertram Brandy Bowling Anne Hickman Amy Howard Julia Phillips Kerri Price Shannon Sizemore Maria Willey Timothy Yantz The 11/10/02 Foundation Scholarship Kerry Druley UK Chandler Medical Center Academic Excellence Scholarship Demetrius Abshire Kristen Bailey Sara Douglas Kerry Druley Natalie Gossum Amanda Fallin Sonya Lichtenstein Ashleigh Ohlmann 10 a Some of the 2005-'06 scholarship recipients joined us for the College's Second Annual Scholarship Showcase. From left to right: Ashley Coble, Kimberly Wordlow, Ashleigh White, Sonja Lichtenstein, Ashleigh Ohlmann, Dean Williams, Sally Siebert (co-sponsor of the Major Troy T. Gibson and Lt. Colonel Sally G. Siebert Scholarship), Demetrius Abshire, and Sherese Bailey. Winter 2006-2007 * Scholarship news Mr. and Mrs. Roderick Lewis have endowed a new scholarship for College of Nursing students in public health. It is named and endowed in memory of their family member, Katherine Tenore Girone. Thanks to generous donations in honor of former Dean Carolyn Williams, the Antonides-Williams Lectureship will soon be endowed and producing income in support of this lectureship that Dean Williams began in honor of her parents. Thank you, donors, and thanks especially to Dean Williams. Associate Dean Marcia Stanhope has also established a new scholarship in honor of the woman who awarded her a scholarship while she was a student at the University of Kentucky. She has selected the name, La Sertoma, because that was the name of the organization that helped fund her education years ago. The Millennium Fund, which was supported by multiple donors and matched by state funds, is now producing income that will begin to be used in support of student researchers this year. Thank you to the many donors to this fund. Your gifts are making a difference. The very first Dottie Luther Fellowship was awarded this year to Christa Bledsoe, and the first recipient of the Pamela Kidd Scholarship will be announced shortly. The College of Nursing gratefully acknowledges the generosity and care individuals have shown by establishing scholarships for our students. We also thank the Elsevier Foundation for their support of the Pamela Kidd Memorial Scholarship Fund. Dream. Challenge. Succeed. – Development and Alumni Officer Terry Green A scholarship in your name The UK theme of “Dream, Challenge, Succeed” also applies to the College of Nursing. We challenge you - our friends and graduates - to dream of establishing a nursing scholarship in your own name or the name of a loved one. Imagine the satisfaction you will feel every year when you help a young nursing student succeed by reaching his or her dream of becoming a nurse. Others have established scholarships in the names of loved ones and have felt wonderful about the experience. David Holliday of Florida established a nursing scholarship to honor his wife and her mother. Every year he receives thank-you notes from the recipients. He says, “The notes make me really fe