Distinguished Graduate Award | Our Distinguished Graduate Awards serve to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of College of Nursing alumni for their outstanding contributions to patients’ health care through nursing care, research and their demonstration of the ethics and values of the nursing profession. The Nole Nurse Alumni Council selects award recipients.
Nominations for the 2026 awards are open through Sunday, January 18, 2026.
DAISY Award | The DAISY Award is an international recognition program established to honor the memory of J. Patrick Barnes. Through this program, nurses are recognized and honored for the compassionate care they provide no matter where they practice, in whatever role they serve, throughout their careers. Read more about the DAISY Foundation and Award Program here.
Nominations for the 2025 awards are now closed.
Dean's Award | The Dean's Award recognizes individuals of exceptional merit within our college community. These accolades embody the stewardship, support, and ethos that define our institution.
Click here to view photos from the 2025 Nole Nurse Shining Stars Gala