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Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Digital Commons Nursing Alumni Bulletins Jefferson Nursing Fall 1982 Nurses Alumni Association Bulletin, Fall 1982 Perma E. Davis Doris E. Bowman Kathleen Carlson Ann Douglas Betty Ent See next page for additional authors Follow this and additional works at: https://jdc.jefferson.edu/nursing_alumni_bulletin Part of the Nursing Commons Let us know how access to this document benefits ouy Recommended Citation Davis, Perma E.; Bowman, Doris E.; Carlson, Kathleen; Douglas, Ann; Ent, Betty; Maxwell, Marie Scherer; Morris, Thelma Showers; Masuda, Caroline; Cossman, Margaret M.; Hindson, Janet; Riland, Marth; and Piersol, Betty, "Nurses Alumni Association Bulletin, Fall 1982" (1982). Nursing Alumni Bulletins. Paper 52. https://jdc.jefferson.edu/nursing_alumni_bulletin/52 This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Jefferson Digital Commons. The Jefferson Digital Commons is a service of Thomas Jefferson University's Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). The Commons is a showcase for Jefferson books and journals, peer-reviewed scholarly publications, unique historical collections from the University archives, and teaching tools. The Jefferson Digital Commons allows researchers and interested readers anywhere in the world to learn about and keep up to date with Jefferson scholarship. This article has been accepted for inclusion in Nursing Alumni Bulletins by an authorized administrator of the Jefferson Digital Commons. For more information, please contact: [email protected]. Authors Perma E. Davis, Doris E. Bowman, Kathleen Carlson, Ann Douglas, Betty Ent, Marie Scherer Maxwell, Thelma Showers Morris, Caroline Masuda, Margaret M. Cossman, Janet Hindson, Marth Riland, and Betty Piersol This newsletter is available at Jefferson Digital Commons: https://jdc.jefferson.edu/nursing_alumni_bulletin/52 NURSES ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BULLETIN 1891 1982 School of Nursing College of Allied Health Sciences Thomas Jefferson University FALL 1982 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF THE SCHOOL OF NURSING College of Allied Health Sciences Thomas Jefferson University NOTICE TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Alumni Calendar . 2 Officers and Chairmen of Committees . 2 Letter from the President . 3 ALUMNI LUNCHEON DATE School of Nursing Annual Report to the Alumni Association 1980-1981 . ... .. .... 4 Thomas Jefferson University, College of Allied Health Sciences- School of Nursing Awards 1982 ........................ .......... 5 Historical Highlights, Jefferson School of Nursing . 6 The History of the Jefferson Cap . 7 MAY 14, 1983 Two Firsts for Doris Bowman . 7 Congratulations, Jeraldine Kohut ........ ........ .................. 8 Tribute to Elizabeth Sweeney ................................. .... 9 1982 Commencement Address ..... ...... ........ ·. 10 Nero Fiddles While Rome Burns . 12 11:30 A.M. A Fiftieth Reunion . 14 Fiftieth Anniversary- Class of 1932 . 16 White Haven Alumnae Celebrate 35th Anniversary . 17 Treasurers' Financial Report ...................................... 18 Social Report. • . 18 Scholarship Report . 18 Report of Sick and Welfare Committee ...... ... .............. ..... 18 Martha Ri land Reports . 19 JEFFERSON ALUMNI HALL Nurses' Relief Fund . 19 N.urses' Scholarship Fund . 19 Resume' of Minutes of Alumni Association Meetings . 20 1020 Locust Street Happy Birthday . 21 Finance Committee Report . 22 Pictures, Luncheon . 24-25 Philadelphia, PA 19107 School of Nursing, Graduates 1982 . 28 Class Notes . 30 In Memoriam, Names of Deceased Members. 43 Notices .................................................... 44 Change of Address Form . 45 ALUMNI MEETING CALENDAR OFFICERS 1982- 1983 1982- 1983 President Regular meetings of the Alumni Association will be MARGARET COSSMAN, '47 A Letter From The President held on the following dates: First Vice President September 14, 1982 NANCY THOMPSON POWELL, '51 October 12,1982 Second Vice President November 9, 1982 MARGARET SUMMERS, '41 January 11, 1983 Recording Secretary February 8, 1983 BETTY PIERSOL, '34 March 8, 1983 Secretary Treasurer April 12, 1983 CAROLINE MASUDA, '37 Dear Friends and Fellow Alumni, May 10, 1983 PERMA EHRHART DAVIS (ex-officio) As my tenure in the Office of President draws to a The meetings will be held at Jefferson Alumni Hall, close, I should like to thank you for the enthusiastic 1020 Locust Street, Philadelphia. Meetings begin at 4:30 BOARD OF DIRECTORS P.M. Room number posted in lobby. cooperation and the much needed support freely KATHLEEN BROWNE, '81 given to assure the existence of a strong and continuing alumni during the coming years. COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS DOLORESHECKENBERGER,~5 JANET HINDSON, '50 By Laws JEANNETTE PLASTERER, '51 It is only because of this interest and participation MARGARET SUMMERS, '41 LINDA PARR, '78 that a firm foundation could be laid for our continuance Finance as an active but separate entity of Thomas Jefferson BETTY PIERSOL, '34 University. Nominating DOLORES HECKENBERGER, '55 Attendance at Alumni Day was the highest ever Scholarship and the enthusiasm of each class was heart-warming, DORIS E. BOWMAN, '42 as was the participation in the business meeting. It is this spirit of togetherness that assures THE BULLETIN PUBLICATION COMMITTEE Social 1982 me of continual and on-going association. JANET HINDSON, '50 Sick and Welfare IRENE F. SABINS, '81 In closing, may I say that it has been an honor and a privilege to once again serve you in CATHLEEN MARGIASSO KEATING, '53 KATHLEEN BROWNE, '81 the capacity of President, especially during this time of transition in the closing of our JULIA T. McCRACKEN, '34 school. NANCY THOMPSON POWELL, '51 BETTY PIERSOL, '34 OFFICERS 1981-1982 MARTHA E. RILAND, '27 May your pride in being a Jefferson graduate sustain you always. ANGELA C. RITALDATO, '81 President MARGARET SUMMERS, '41, Chairman PERMA EHRHART DAVIS, '41 First Vice President Credits NANCY THOMPSON POWELL, '51 JANET WAXMAN Perma E. Davis, R.N. Second Vice President Director of Alumni Programs- C.A.H.S. MARGARET SUMMERS, '41 CAROLYN ROBfNSON Recording Secretary Alumni Secretary - C.A.H.S. BETTY PIERSOL '34 Secretary-Treasurer The Bulletin is published annually by: CAROLINE MASUDA, '37 Alumni Association of the School of Nursing MARGARET SUMMERS, '41 College of Allied Health Sciences (ex-officio) Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, PA 19107 BOARD OF DIRECTORS DORIS E. BOWMAN, '42 3rd Class Bulk DOLORES HECKENBERGER, '55 Non-Profit JANET HINDSON, '50 JEANNETTE PLASTERER, '51 BEVERLY RUPP, '56 2 3 THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY School of Nursing Annual Report to the COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES Alumni Association 1980-1981 SCHOOL OF NURSING Survival, Quality of Life and Crises Resolution are terms common to the nursing profession. Each denotes learning from the past, making the most of the present 1982 AWARDS and hoping in the future - in a word, change. Each de scribes an aspect of the School's arrival at this historic moment! We have survived for 91 years, thanks to - 1. The Nurses' Alumni Association Prize is awarded to 6. The Carolyn B. Brown Award, given in memory of Administrative, Alumni and School of Nursing the member of the graduating class who attains the Carolyn B. Brown, revered member of the Women's Department (Women's Board) support; highest average during the three-year course of study. Board, to the member of the graduating class who has demonstrated outstanding ability in adminis Medical Staff, Nursing Service and Patient Cooper Awarded to BARBARA ANN KOMINSKY tering patient care. ation; 2. The Adaline Potter Wear Prize is awarded annually Awarded to THERESA M. HElM Faculty Loyalty, Foresightedness and Innovation to the member of the graduating class of the School And of Nursing who has demonstrated outstanding achieve Student Determination. ment during her three years. 7. The Claire E. Bauer Award, given in memory of Claire A BIT OF NOSTALGIA 1982 Awarded to CHERYL ANN MOLINEAUX E. Bauer, revered member of the Burt-Melville Depart We have contributed to the quality of life through pre ment of the Women's Board, to the member of the paring 5087 competent, caring, committed professional (Left to right), Doris Bowman; Kathleen Santangelo (from 3. The Adaline Potter Wear Memorial Prize is awarded graduating class who has demonstrated outstanding nurses who have earned for themselves and their Alma ability in Nursing of Children. Mater a reputation for clinical excellence, surpassed by 1959 to 1982); Ellen Holohan (from early 30's to 1959); annually to the member of the graduating class of the few. This reputation should continue for generations. Linda Yarnall (from 1891 to early 30's) and Judith School of Nursing who has demonstrated outstandiRg Awarded to MARYANN HEINICK We have resolved our crises - Major and Minor: Kreemer (seated). ability in the Fundamentals of Nursing. Awarded to ANNE L. HOWIE Shortened skirts; 8. The Phyllis Jean Courtney Award, given in memory In addition to the final proofreading of the history, Shortened work weeks, holidays and week-ends of Phyllis Jean Courtney, Class of 1948, to the mem Mrs. Casey and I will be microfiching records, preparing 4. Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Women's Board off; ber of the graduating class who has demonstrated the files for the Archives, redistributing furniture and equip Prize is given to the nurse who demonstrates the great greatest proficiency in life-support nursing. Shortened program with expanded content; ment, etc., during the summer. All of our graduate records est versatility and cooperation