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Wall of Fame
Wall of Fame
A new historical display in Helen Wood Hall pays homage to the exemplary women who have helmed the School of Nursing over the past five decades.
The permanent fixture, mounted on a brick wall outside of the auditorium, spotlights the five deans who have guided the School of Nursing since it became an independent school in 1972. Each is represented by a framed 11 x 14 inch portrait with a plaque below indicating the length of her term as dean.
The portraits mark the most public display to date highlighting the history of the school’s leadership. A number of historical items relating to the school, including a photo collage of 20th century UR Nursing deans and directors, reside on the first floor of Helen Wood Hall in the Eleanor Hall Heritage Center, which is accessible upon request.
The deans display debuted in September 2018.
Loretta Ford (1972-1986)
Sheila Ryan (1986-1999)
Patricia Chiverton (1999-2008)
Kathy Parker (2008-2011)
Kathy Rideout (2011-present)
