Professor Debra Oss Retiring

Debra Oss, assistant professor in the nursing department, will be retiring at the end of the Spring semester. She has been with the College 15 years. During most of that time she has been part of the Simulation and Skills lab team. Oss has also coordinated nursing courses, developed and taught clinical simulations, and taught in the classroom and hospital clinics.

She remembers having a strong desire to become a nurse when she was a child. Several of her ancestors had been nurses, so you could say it was in the family DNA. Both the science and the caring aspects have been important in her nursing practice.

Her career at the College began with being recruited by Ellen Duvall, now a retired emeritus faculty.

“I was very grateful for the opportunity afforded me by meeting with her. I don’t believe it was by chance and I have always felt my time at Cox College has been one of purpose.”

Oss has enjoyed the diverse types of positions and experiences in her career. She believes that each one prepared her for future opportunities.

“The students and my colleagues at the college have enriched my life both personally and professionally.”

As to the days ahead, she hopes to spend time with my family and friends whether at home or travel. Oss would like to keep active in exercise, faith-based or community service, and learning.

“I look forward to what opportunities lie ahead.” n