As many of you know, the Center for Gerontologic Nursing Science transitioned in the fall of 2009 to the Center for Integrative Science in Aging (CISA). Under the leadership of Director Dr. Kathy Richards and Associate Directors Drs. Lois Evans and Mary Ersek, CISA has created an exciting new strategic vision for aging science. In addition, the CISA houses the Hartford Center of Geriatric Nursing Excellence (HCGNE), which was directed by Dr. Neville Strumpf until 2008, when she retired, after which time, Dr. Richards became Director, with Drs. Strumpf, Evans and Ersek as Associate Directors. On July 1, Dr. Strumpf will continue with her role as a faculty member in both Centers, continuing to work with pre- and post-doctoral scholars, and to consult on ongoing projects in the CISA and HCGNE.
Dr. Richards and I are pleased to announce that Dr. Eileen Sullivan-Marx has agreed to become an Associate Director for both the CISA and HCGNE. We look forward to her able guidance, mentorship, and future contributions to both Centers.
I, along with the leadership and faculty of CISA and HCGNE, thank Dr. Strumpf for her outstanding leadership, devotion, mentorship of students and faculty, and for her future contributions and consultations to the CISA, HCGNE, and School of Nursing.
In addition, I am also most grateful to Neville for agreeing to continue with the most critical role of facilitating our mentorship program which is vital for the school.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Legacy Walk on Guardian Plaza
I am thrilled to share that Legacy Walk on Guardian Plaza, located between Fagin Hall and Stemmler-Chance, is now open. The space was formally dedicated by Rosemarie Greco, chair of Penn Nursing’s Board of Overseers, on Friday, June 4th, with the following language:
Legacy Walk on Guardian Plaza
This plaque proudly dedicates Legacy Walk,
a tangible reminder of those who laid the groundwork
for the future of nursing at the University of Pennsylvania.
Built on the legacy of both Philadelphia General Hospital
and the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing,
may Legacy Walk be a steadfast representation of
Penn Nursing’s stalwart tradition
of excellence in nursing and healthcare.
Dedicated June 4, 2010
Along with Penn Nursing alumni, donors and friends, many of our staff and faculty have purchased or contributed to an engraved paver in Legacy Walk. The pavers were installed earlier this month and honor many loved ones, colleagues and friends. I invite you to spend time reading the pavers and benches. Being in the space is a wonderful reminder of the history of the location and carries a deep sense of legacy and strength for our future.
Legacy Walk on Guardian Plaza
This plaque proudly dedicates Legacy Walk,
a tangible reminder of those who laid the groundwork
for the future of nursing at the University of Pennsylvania.
Built on the legacy of both Philadelphia General Hospital
and the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing,
may Legacy Walk be a steadfast representation of
Penn Nursing’s stalwart tradition
of excellence in nursing and healthcare.
Dedicated June 4, 2010
Along with Penn Nursing alumni, donors and friends, many of our staff and faculty have purchased or contributed to an engraved paver in Legacy Walk. The pavers were installed earlier this month and honor many loved ones, colleagues and friends. I invite you to spend time reading the pavers and benches. Being in the space is a wonderful reminder of the history of the location and carries a deep sense of legacy and strength for our future.
Monday, June 21, 2010
ANA honors two Emeriti Deans
What an incredible honor - our Emeriti Faculty and Emeriti Deans continue to bring distinction to our School!
On Friday, the School of Nursing’s third Dean – Dr. Claire M. Fagin was honored by the American Nurses Association when she was inducted into their Hall of Fame for her lifelong commitment to nursing and impact on health in the U.S. Dr. Fagin was also honored on May 16 at the graduation ceremonies for Syracuse University where she received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. Brava Claire!
Also on Friday, Norma M. Lang, our fourth Dean, was honored by the American Nurses Association with the first ANA President’s Award for her significant contributions to the advancement of nursing and for positively influencing public perception of the value of nursing. Brava Norma!
Please join us in paying tribute to these phenomenal leaders in nursing who continue to affect nursing and healthcare. I am privileged to have followed in their Dean footsteps. I know you join me in congratulating and thanking these important nurse leaders that are paving the way for the future of nursing.
On Friday, the School of Nursing’s third Dean – Dr. Claire M. Fagin was honored by the American Nurses Association when she was inducted into their Hall of Fame for her lifelong commitment to nursing and impact on health in the U.S. Dr. Fagin was also honored on May 16 at the graduation ceremonies for Syracuse University where she received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. Brava Claire!
Also on Friday, Norma M. Lang, our fourth Dean, was honored by the American Nurses Association with the first ANA President’s Award for her significant contributions to the advancement of nursing and for positively influencing public perception of the value of nursing. Brava Norma!
Please join us in paying tribute to these phenomenal leaders in nursing who continue to affect nursing and healthcare. I am privileged to have followed in their Dean footsteps. I know you join me in congratulating and thanking these important nurse leaders that are paving the way for the future of nursing.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Five faculty members selected for Fellowship in the AAN
I am absolutely thrilled to announce that five members of our faculty have been selected for fellowship in the American Academy of Nursing (AAN)! Please join me in congratulating:
Dr. Maureen George
Dr. Nancy Hanrahan
Dr. Marilyn Stringer
Dr. Cindy Connolly
Dr. Barbra Mann Wall
As you know, the American Academy of Nursing is nursing’s premier national organization. Its role is to advance health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. These five faculty members join more than 1,500 leaders in education, management, practice, and research worldwide. Most importantly, they join 35 other members of our current faculty who are Academy Fellows. We are so pleased that now a full 69% of our standing faculty are members of the Academy, more than any other school of nursing.
Congratulations to each of our new Fellows! We look forward to celebrating this great acknowledgement of their professional achievement at the Penn Nursing reception at the AAN meeting on Saturday, November 13, 2010 in Washington, DC.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who mentored, nominated, supported, and advised our latest cohort of Fellows to this successful conclusion.
Dr. Maureen George
Dr. Nancy Hanrahan
Dr. Marilyn Stringer
Dr. Cindy Connolly
Dr. Barbra Mann Wall
As you know, the American Academy of Nursing is nursing’s premier national organization. Its role is to advance health policy and practice through the generation, synthesis, and dissemination of nursing knowledge. These five faculty members join more than 1,500 leaders in education, management, practice, and research worldwide. Most importantly, they join 35 other members of our current faculty who are Academy Fellows. We are so pleased that now a full 69% of our standing faculty are members of the Academy, more than any other school of nursing.
Congratulations to each of our new Fellows! We look forward to celebrating this great acknowledgement of their professional achievement at the Penn Nursing reception at the AAN meeting on Saturday, November 13, 2010 in Washington, DC.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who mentored, nominated, supported, and advised our latest cohort of Fellows to this successful conclusion.
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