A slew of new nurses have met the requirements to practice their trade, walking the stage...
Jacqueline R. Ward, chief nursing officer and senior vice president for Texas Children’s Hospital, recently served as commencement speaker for the University of Houston's College of Nursing.A slew of new nurses have met the requirements to practice their trade, walking the stage and collecting their diplomas earlier this month.
“You are graduating from a special university that you have transformed during your stay here,” said Kathryn Tart, professor and founding dean of the college. “It’s a university that is your home, your alma mater, your pride and your bragging right.”According to a news release, Jacqueline R. Ward, chief nursing officer and senior vice president for Texas Children’s Hospital, served as commencement speaker.
Ward began her career at Texas Children’s Hospital as a graduate nurse in 1993. She told the audience “they are now on a journey to become leaders.” She urged the graduates to connect with a mentor and listen to their guidance. She encouraged them to lend their voices in shared governance opportunities, to listen actively, stay connected, and always to prioritize self-care.
“Go forth, change the world. And as a nurse, change health care for the betterment of our world,” Ward said.• Outstanding Academic Student: Kayley Danielle Hoffman 4.0 GPA.• Outstanding Graduate Student: Katherine Lee Wallender 4.0 GPA.The commencement included the traditional pinning ceremony. The circular pin has an interlocking UH at the center to represent the student’s journey and partnership with the University of Houston. A red border is inscribed with “University of Houston Nursing.
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