School of Nursing
We are proud to present you with these exceptional award winners.
Dean’s Medal
Established in 2008, the Dean’s Medal recognizes extraordinary service, philanthropy, and leadership to the School, and dedication and commitment that inspire others to take leadership roles at the University. Individuals, families, associations, corporations, or foundations may be recognized. It is among the highest honors given by the School.
2024: Judith Gedney Baggs ’84N (MS), ’90N (PhD)
2023: Margaret H. Kearney
2022: Mary-Therese B. Dombeck ’78N (MS), ’84 (MA), ’89 (PhD)
2021: Joanne Clements ’77N, ’88N (MS), ’92N (PMC)
2020: Patricia A. Chiverton, ’80N (MS), ’91W (EdD)
2019: Harriet Kitzman, PhD, RN, FAAN
2018: Jane I. Tuttle, PhD, ’79N, ’84N (MS)
2017: Carol Brink ’56N (DPL), ’62N
2016: Madeline Hubbard Schmitt ’65N, ’70(MA)
2015: Karen Webb Sutherland ’61N and Robert M. Sutherland ’66M (PhD)
2014: Janet C. Scala ’55N
2013: Elaine C. Hubbard
2012: Fay W. Whitney ’60, ’61N
2011: Jean E. Johnson
2010: Dr. Bernard B. Brody ’51M (MD), Rachel B. Bandych, JD, and Sarah A. Epstein
2009: Dr. Loretta C. Ford ’00 (ScD), EdD, RN, PNP, FAAN, FAANP
John N. Wilder Award
Established in 2008, the John N. Wilder Award honors an individual, family, association, corporation, or foundation whose philanthropy inspires others in support of an “Ever Better” University of Rochester. The award is named for John Wilder, first president (chairman) of the University’s Board of Trustees.
2020: The Patrick P. Lee Foundation
2017: Barbara Vallone
2015: Lisa H. Norsen ’77N, ’83N (MS), ’92N (PMC), ’07N (PhD)
2014: The Davenport-Hatch Foundation
2013: T.C. Lewis ’60 and Pamela McQuilkin Lewis ’62
2012: Jonathan G. Terry
2011: Connie Lynn Leary ’59N
2010: Dr. Evelyn Lutz ’55N, ’63
2009: Jonathan G. Terry
Distinguished Alumnus Award
Established in 1984, the Distinguished Alumnus Award recognizes alumni whose exceptional professional achievements, contributions to their chosen field, and service to the School of Nursing have brought honor to themselves and to the University of Rochester.
2023: Dianne C. Morrison-Beedy ’93N (PhD)
2022: Jacquelyn C. Campbell ’86N (PhD) and Sally Ellis Fletcher ’10N (PhD)
2021: Bernadette Melnyk ’92N (PhD), ’02N (PMC)
2020: LaRon E. Nelson, ’02N, ’04N (MS), ’09N (PhD)
2018: Nancy Dianis ’85N (MS)
2017: Christine M. Tebaldi ’96, ’96N, ’01N (MS)
2016: Cynthia A. Connolly ’87N (MS)
2015: Patricia A. Witzel ’75N, ’84S (MBA)
2014: Patricia A. Tabloski ’89N (PhD)
2013: Maryjoan D. Ladden ’78N (MS)
2012: Carol A. Brink ’56N, ’62N and Patricia S. Larrabee ’77N (MS)
2011: Patricia W. Stone ’97N (PhD)
2010: Carolyn T. Friedlander ’68N (MSN)
Humanitarian Award
Established in 2013, the Humanitarian Award honors an alumnus whose work as a practitioner, administrator, volunteer, or researcher has had a profound impact on those most in need.
2022: Kathy A. Hiltunen ’78N, ’91S (MBA) and Kim Urbach ’98N (MS)
2021: Jose Perpignan ’16N
2020: Megan Reynolds, ’19N
2018: Elizabeth Sloand, PhD, ’75N
2017: Terry Jean Yonker ’03N (MS)
2014: Capt. Patricia M. Bull, USN, ’74N
2013: Keri L. Baker ’11N
Legacy Award
Established in 2013, the Legacy Award recognizes an individual or family who has made a significant commitment to the School of Nursing in honor or in memory of a nurse affiliated with the School who has demonstrated exemplary care for patients and their families, or for their service to the nursing profession.
2023: Dennis L. Kitzman
2022: Elizabeth Marie Nolan ’78N (MS)
2020: The Andolina Family* and The Karch Family*
2018: Steven R. Young and Susan A. Young
2017: Dr. Pamela York Klainer ’80W (EdD)
2016: John C. Schottmiller ’53
2015: Spindler Family Foundation
2014: Aldo F. Fioravanti and Thelma J. Wells
2013: Robert H. Hurlbut ’12N (ScD) and Richard I. Mulvey