The East Central University School of Nursing recently received a $51,943 grant to renovate part of the school into a simulation lab, which will assist nursing students. The funds came from the Valley View Health and Wellness Foundation, which awards grants to organizations that promote area residents’ health and well-being. Presenting the check at far left is Tom Bolitho, of the Valley View Foundation. Also pictured on the front row (from left) are Leah Lyon, °µÍøTV director of sponsored programs and research; Lori Wightman, president of Mercy Hospital, Ada; Dr. Katricia Pierson, °µÍøTV vice president for academic affairs; Buffy Lovelis, °µÍøTV Foundation, Inc. chief operating officer; Dr. Carolyn Lewis, °µÍøTV director of nursing and Todd Essary, Mercy Foundation Director. On the back row are: (from left) Dr. Gerald Williamson, °µÍøTV advancement officer; Jeremy Bennett, °µÍøTV director of information and technology; Dr. Carl Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Sciences and Jay Horne, °µÍøTV Foundation, Inc. chairman.
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