A Personal Message of Thanks from Dean Marion E. Broome

Alumni Salute Dean Broome

As we approach the final days of Dean Marion E. Broome’s tenure as the 11th Dean of DUSON, it is easy to see the mark she will leave on the School.

When Broome arrived in 2014, DUSON already had a reputation for nursing excellence, but she didn’t stop there. She challenged faculty, staff and students to achieve even greater results. Almost immediately, Broome turned her sights to augmenting the School’s research capabilities and educational efforts.

Through planning and strategic investment, the School’s research is consistently ranked among the top National Institutes of Health-funded schools. Not only do these dollars support nursing research faculty, but they also support students who are interested in becoming nurse scientists.

Believing that everyone who dreams of a career in nursing should be able to pursue a quality education, Broome worked diligently to expand access to the School by increasing financial aid for students through philanthropy and institutional support. Simultaneously, she led the School in efforts of creating an antiracist environment that is welcoming to a racially and ethnically diverse community.

Through her warmth of spirit, strength of leadership and her accomplishments, it’s easy to see how students, faculty, staff and alumni alike view Broome as the embodiment of true nursing excellence.