Virginia Nursing Legacy Magazine

DEAR DORRIE: The Legacy of Dean Dorrie Fontaine

There's a metaphor in Fontaine's steadfast presence in the 6 a.m. meditation class she's attended for more than a decade: Be the change you wish to see in the world, perhaps. Show, don't tell. Or maybe: Lead by example. The weekly devotion also reflects every interwoven priority Fontaine's had for the School during her more-than-a-decade-long tenure: Show up. Be kind. Embrace resilience.

by Christine Phelan Kueter

Got a Bun in the Oven?

BSN grad Suzie Burns on BINTO, the company she founded that offers pregnancy- and women's health supplements - with a nurse's touch.

Hidden Nurses

A new story line that shines light on the many contributions that underrepresented groups made to nursing - that, until now, have largely been in the shadows.

Was I Ready To Talk Race?

"For most of my life, I've been having the 'race talk.' With my parents, when I was a child. With my own son and daughters, now that I’m a parent. At UVA, too."

From the Alumni Association President

Our Alumni Association President on a dean's departure, and what's next for the association

Measuring Compassion's Might

How, exactly, do self-care practices build resilience? And do patients reap the benefits, too? CCI inspires - and investigates.

Obesity: The Family Way?

Why do Hispanic kids suffer from obesity at rates three times that of white children?

Got a Bun in the Oven?

Meet a BSN grad who's delivering supplements for women's health - right to their door.

On My Bookshelf

What's Dean Dorrie Fontaine got to read on her bedside table?

From the Alumni Association

Alumni Association President Christa Hartch on Dean Fontaine's departure - and what's next.

UVA's Sim Lab - By The Numbers

It takes a village, as they say. Successful sim labs also take a lot of strategy, supplies, and mentored supervision. Here's a look at ours.

From the Dean

Exit: How do I leave a place after 11 years as dean?

Worth Noting

A new Fontaine resilience garden, a visit from Roshi Joan, and a Healthy Work Environment and Gold Medal Award to celebrate. Our news, in brief.

A Path Forward

NP Cindy Shively is the sole full-time clinician at the Free Clinic in Rocky Mount, Va. What what made her return to school? Her patients' mental health.