Progress and Partnership

Why Penn Nursing? Why Now?
View the video presentation featuring Dean Afaf Meleis, Dr. Loretta Sweet Jemmott, HUP CNO, Dr. Victoria Rich, Dean Emerita Claire M. Fagin, alumnus, Kennedy Gachiri Nu'06 W'06 and current students.  For the School's campaign priorities, check out our new campaign brochure.

There's Still Time to Support
Fagin Hall Campaign
We've raised $13.5 million of the $15 million needed to name the Nursing building, Claire M. Fagin Hall.  Your gift now can help us reach our goal.  To continue the celebration, it's not too late to share a memory of Claire.

LIFE (Living Independently for Elders) Program Hits the Spotlight
The PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for Elderly) model practiced at the School's LIFE Center is featured in Nursezone for its success in preserving independence.

Alumni Connections

Catch Up with Penn Nursing Classmates
Help gather your classmates for Penn Nursing Alumni Weekend, May 11-12, 2007.  We're looking for Reunion Chairs (you can work with a friend) in classes ending in 2's and 7's and Master's alumni of NHCAA, Pediatrics, and Acute Care.  Before 2006 is over, contact Jill Siegrist, Nu'05, GNu'07, Alumni Events Chair, at jill.siegrist@gmail.com.

Looking for a Few Good Penn Nursing Alumni!
Are you energetic, creative and enthusiastic about Penn Nursing?  Get involved in our dynamic and growing Penn Nursing Alumni Board.  Consider running for one of several open positions for 2007-2008!  Contact Jonathan Gilbride, Nu'98, GNu'00, GNu'03, GR'08, at jgill@nursing.upenn.edu or submit your nomination online by December 20th.

Penn Nursing Alumni Awards - Which Nurse Leader Will You Nominate?
Now is your chance to nominate Penn Nursing Alumni online for a 2007 Alumni Award. Please think about friends, classmates, or colleagues, who are leading the profession and improving healthcare.  Nominations due: January 31, 2007.  With questions, call Mary Beth Jackson at 215-898-1665.

Giving to Penn Nursing

Make Your Gift Count for Yearend - December 31, 2006
Annual Giving, a critical part of Where Science Leads, The Campaign for Penn Nursing provides vital support for students and faculty.  For your part in the campaign, please consider increasing your Annual Giving contribution or giving for the first time this year. 
Our Students.  Our Future.  Our Impact.

School of Nursing Happenings

Mark Your 2007 Calendar - Penn Nursing Alumni Weekend
Plans are underway for our biggest alumni celebration of the year - Penn Nursing Alumni Weekend - "Changing Policy, Changing Practice", May 10-12, 2007.  Kickoff with dinner for Nursing Healthcare Administration Alumni on May 10th, programs on Friday and Saturday, updates from Dean and Penn Nursing Alumni President, Alumni Awards, picnic lunch and Penn's Parade of Classes.  Something for everyone! Start talking with your classmates now.

Continuing Education

Check for Exciting Spring Programs

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