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Monday, February 09, 2026
Origins of the School of Nursing: A vision ignited in 1925
In 1923, the Goldmark report articulated the vision for a university-based school of nursing with a scientific and educational foundation. Two years later, Rochester acted on that vision, establishing a model for healthcare transformation nationwide.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Through professional development, Claire Conwell pays it forward for nurses, preceptors
As a nursing professional development practitioner supporting preceptors and new nurses, the URochester CNL alumna gives back to those who shaped her career.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Through leadership and learning, E. Kate Valcin lifts up nurses, patients
Valcin shares insights from her work as an executive leader, educator, and critical care nurse — and how Rochester has shaped her career journey.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Mark Lin supports cancer survivors, shines a light on lymphedema care
Lin, a URochester Nursing alumnus, shares the rewards of finding his specialty area as a nurse practitioner in reconstructive surgery supporting breast cancer survivors.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Tamala David champions change through community health nursing, discoveries in deaf health research
Bridging her family experiences and work as a community nurse, David shapes Deaf patients' experiences in healthcare — and passes her lessons on to students

Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Elizabeth Sieverding makes an impact through patient connection, personalized care
From offering personalized care in an oncology practice to serving on a nursing informatics council, the URochester alumna is committed to improving care.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Orlando Harris advances health research, policy to change lives
Harris' career as an HIV scientist and NP is rooted in Rochester. Today, his impact has expanded internationally.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Arnice Jackson combines clinical care, passion for wellness
Jackson has made the most of her URochester Nursing education across various settings, from government to telehealth, while leading a nonprofit and mentoring students.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Jacquelyn Campbell contributes to prevention of intimate partner violence
Campbell's experience as a PhD student at the University of Rochester built the foundation for her career as a leading expert on intimate partner violence.

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Monday, February 09, 2026
Centennial Spotlight: Meghan Aldrich shares journey from pediatric nurse to president
Aldrich, an alumna of the NP and DNP programs, now leads Sisters of Charity Hospital as Catholic Health's first woman president.

Alison Henry in a shield-shaped frame, with a stock photo of anesthesia providers in an operating room.
Friday, January 30, 2026
Alison Henry joins School of Nursing to lead new nurse anesthesia program
URochester's first CRNA program will help meet a demand for nurse anesthetists. Meet the program director.

Headshot of Kristina Santory
Monday, January 12, 2026
Kristina Santory named School of Nursing director of engagement and enrichment
The longtime School of Nursing instructor and URMC cardiac nurse has been a champion for wellness, inclusive teaching practices, and mentorship for early-career nurses.

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