Nurses Appreciation Week Celebration, Arking Lecture and Reception
When:
May 8, 2025
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Event category:
Special event
In-person
We are excited to invite you to a meaningful evening of connection, reflection, and celebration at the Bloomfield Hills Country Club.
Reconnect with fellow alumni, engage in thoughtful conversation, and honor the profound and enduring impact of the nursing profession.
As part of the College of Nursing’s 80th Anniversary Celebration, we are proud to present a special panel discussion, "Leading on the Frontlines of Change: The Nurse's Role in U.S. Healthcare Today," supported by the Arking Lectureship at the College of Nursing. This engaging conversation will highlight the leadership, innovation, and critical thinking that nurses bring to today’s complex healthcare landscape.
Whether you're reminiscing about your days as a student or looking ahead to the future of nursing, this gathering offers a meaningful opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate the dedication, compassion, and strength that define our profession.
We can't wait to celebrate with you!
Schedule of Events:
5:00 pm | Networking
6:00 pm | Lecture and Panel
7:30 pm | Closing Remarks and Post Lecture Networking
Lecture Information:
Leading on the Frontlines of Change: The Nurse’s Role in U.S. Healthcare Today
Panelists:
Dr. Ramona Benkert, PhD, ANP-BC, FAANP Dean & Professor - WSU College of Nursing
Dr. Iris Taylor, PhD, RN Board Member - Detroit Public Schools
Dr. Stephanie Roberts Newman, DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC - VP of Patient Services & CNO for Henry Ford West Bloomfield
Patrick Miller, RN, MBA, MIHSA, FACHE President/CEO of NorthStar Care Community
Moderator: Dr. Debra Schutte, PhD, RN, FAAN Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs