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Historical Tour

For Professor Emeritus Jodi Irving, the UF College of Nursing has made up a large part of her life, and she, in return, has played an integral role in its history. For more than 50 years, Irving has educated thousands of Gator Nurses. She has also taken on the role…

Estella Byrd Whitman Wellness Center

Patience is a virtue: After eight years, Alumna’s dream to open wellness clinic finally comes true After eight long years, the Estella Byrd Whitman Wellness Center in Ocala, Florida, finally opened this spring. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held March 19 at the new clinic, and about 100 members of…

President’s Message

Peggy Rodebush Dear Gator Nurses, I have always been so proud to be a Gator Nurse. Since receiving my M.S.N. degree in 1985, I have felt part of the Gator Nurse family. I am truly honored to be the new president of the College of Nursing Alumni…

In Memoriam

The College of Nursing sadly mourns the passing of these Gator Nurse alumni. Betty J. Severyn (M.N. 1967), 93, of Chattanooga, TN., passed away Feb. 15, 2018. Lt. Col. Pauline V. Ellis (RET) (M.N. 1969), 86, of Spring Hill, FL., passed away March 2, 2018. Karen Manzo Reynolds (D.N.P. 2012),…

Alumni Updates

Jane Elliott McCormack (B.S.N. 1979) was named the 2016 New York State Trauma Program Manager of Distinction. Dr. Gloria Rish Pickar (B.S.N. 1968) was named the 2nd Vice President for the League of Women Voters in Orange County, Florida. Mrs. Dominic Lane Hall Westergaard (M.S.N. 1998) is a Pediatric Primary…

Go Greater! College of Nursing Launches $22 Million Capital Campaign

On October 13, the University of Florida launched the public phase of its Capital Campaign—a fundraising initiative to raise significant philanthropic support for strategic priorities over an eight-year period. The campaign goal is $3 billion. With the latest news that UF is ranked as a top 10 public university,…

We Go Greater Together

Through the GO GREATER campaign, the University of Florida answers a call to lead. Building on the spark that occurs at the intersection of vision and opportunity, we will blaze trails of success that will enrich the lives of citizens across our state, nation and world. With your help, we…