LHSON Hosts 2024 Annual Alumni Reunion
The Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing (LHSON) joined together in celebration of its annual LHSON Alumni Reunion. Hosted on Saturday, September 07, 2024 at the LHSON Academic Building, over 75 alums gathered for a buffet brunch and nursing showcase experience. Guests experienced first-hand our school motto: Learn.Lead.Serve.® in a modern and memorable way. Alums had the opportunity to stroll three floors of the nursing school with new and dear friends to experience interactive, inspiring and nostalgic nursing themes.
Upon arrival, alums enjoyed shopping at the Baylor Bookstore "pop-up shop," pose for fun photo keepsakes at the photo booth while enjoying custom coffee from Lattes on Location.
As the brunch program began, Dean Linda Plank welcomed everyone and gave a short opening prayer and brief State of the School remarks. The nostalgic event recognized all graduates from the classes of 1974, 1984, 1994, 2004 and 2014 celebrating their 50th, 40th, 30th, 20th and 10th anniversaries. Special certificates were announced by Dr. Adrianne Duvall-Ingram, FastBacc Coordinator and Clinical Associate Professor. She also shared a special 15-year anniversary tribute to the FastBacc® undergraduate program track.
Continuing the tradition of honoring outstanding individuals with awards to commemorate their commitment and support of nursing, the 2024 award winners included:
- LHSON Distinguished Recent Graduate Award, Claire Flores
- LHSON Friend of Nursing Award, Pam and Mike Jones
- LHSON Distinguished Alumni Award, Herb Laing
The group also heard a touching scholarship testimony from Level 4 nursing student, Gabriel Vidales followed by inspiring words on giving back by Janis Kovar, Senior Director of Development. The Benediction was shared by Kirby Key, who serves on the Deans Board of Advocates. Concluding the memorable event, drawings for prizes were announced followed by singing “That Good Old Baylor Line” led by students, staff and faculty. After the brunch, guests were invited to explore the first floor interactive Simulation Room display, and then onto the third floor to browse student organizations, LHSON nursing programs, missions and The Store (AKA: food pantry). Finally, the immersive experience continued on the fourth floor with the new LHSON Historical Gallery funded by Elizabeth Schell Wise Dean’s Endowed Excellence Fund, the
Hall of Remembrance adorned with Endowed Scholarship plaques and portraits of past Deans. Plus, this floor also included Nursing Class Composites, Honored Classes Certificate pick-up, Door Prize winner pick-up, a festive photo booth and Thank You treats for all alums.
In addition, the LHSON is grateful to those that contributed gifts and pledges to make a meaningful difference in the lives of future Baylor nurses. Now, more than ever, the impact of nurses is felt worldwide. LHSON is leading the way by holistically preparing and educating students in mind and spirit to fulfill their calling. Each gift to Baylor Nursing will support future Baylor nurses as they Learn.Lead.Serve.®
To view event photos click here. To review the event program, click here.