en-us Patricia Robertson is one of the School of Nursing's 100 Distinguished Alumni. She was recognized during our 2009 Centennial Celebration for her contributions to the development of the patient care delivery system known as Primary Nursing and for developing and coaching future nurse leaders. This experience established the foundation for her philosophy of leadership – recognizing potential, creating an environment for learning, and removing obstacles to achievement. Congratulations Pat! 20 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.nursing.umn.edu/melissaavery School of Nursing Professor Melissa Avery's work is currently featured on the University of Minnesota Web site home page. Melissa was recognized with a 2010-11 Distinguished Teaching Award for her many accomplishments including the creation of an online graduate program for midwifery. This program has opened doors for many students especially those from under-served communities. 7 Dec 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.nursing.umn.edu/magazine/StrengtheningtheBond/index.htm Arts based program helps improve communication between Latino adolescents and their families 28 Nov 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.nursing.umn.edu/magazine/Education/index.htm When Linda Lindeke speaks with graduate students about future career opportunities, she can easily point to trends that make those advanced degrees increasingly valuable in the marketplace. http://www.nursing.umn.edu/magazine/Education/IdilMohamedAFoundationforSuccess/index.htm When BSN student Idil Mohamed first began her experience at Park Elder Care Center in Minneapolis, she met with a few Somali elders. At her next visit, a line of Somali elders had formed to talk with her. http://www.homeplusstudy.umn.edu/ School of Nursing Research Study's Community-Based Program Launches Fall 2011