Welcome to the Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing

Linda Wallace, Ed.D., Dean

Linda Wallace was recently appointed Dean of the School of Nursing, effective July 1, 2008. She received her Ed.D. from Ball State University in 2000 and has been the associate professor of nursing and director of international programs in the IU Kokomo School of Nursing. As such, she has contributed to establishing a Master of Science in Nursing at IU Kokomo, available through collaboration with IUPUI, and has participated in the development of the international program in nursing, coordinating a faculty and student exchange program with Margaret Pritchard University, Jeonju, South Korea, since 2000. She was a 2006 Faculty Colloquium on Excellence in Teaching award recipeint.

International Corner

IU Kokomo School of Nursing Students Guatemala Trip, where the students and other participants brought supplies and treated approximately 800 adults and children and engaged another 150 children in arts and crafts. Linda S. Wallace, EdD, RN, Associate Professor and Director of International Studies stated "Our hearts are full and bodies tired but it was well worth the effort."

Nursing Events

BSN Students "Take Back the Night"

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Vision and Mission Statement

Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing strives to be the institution of choice for baccalaureate and higher education, known for its excellence in preparing nurses who positively impact the nursing profession and health and wellness of the residents of North Central Indiana. We accomplish this through engagement in scholarly activities and delivery of high quality academic programs, continuing education and relevant community involvement.
In support of Indiana University Kokomo’s statements of commitment, the mission of the School of Nursing is to provide educational opportunities that prepare nurses at the baccalaureate and higher degree levels to provide safe, culturally competent, evidence-based health care. Reflective of the faculty commitment to professional nursing, students are presented with opportunities for community involvement, professional engagement and lifelong learning.

Don't be in a rush to line up a job right after graduation. Take time to spend with your family and just relax.
~ Rachel Reifel, R.N. B.S.N.

When you feel as if you've heard the same spiel again from yet another instructor, listen again...it's important!
~ Dena Seifert, R.N. B.S.N

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Student Spotlight

Hannah Gill, a senior in the Indiana University Kokomo Program from Peru, Indiana has been awarded the Jon Kofas Honors Scholarship for 2008-2009. This scholarship is for a student in the Program whose activities both in and outside of the classroom demonstrates excellence, both in the past and for the future. It honors Dr Jon Kofas, former Professor of History and long time Director of the Honors Program at IU Kokomo. Hannah who is from Peru, Indiana has participated in a variety of activities at IU Kokomo, including the Honors Society’s sponsored American Red Cross Blood Drive and the Take Back the Night march. She is a former Deputy Cadet Commander of the Civil Air Patrol Great Lakes Region Encampment. Dr. Sue Hendricks of the IU Kokomo Nursing Department recommended Hannah as an excellent student who “genuinely cares for her patients” and as having the potential to become a “nurse leader”. Hannah will graduate from Indiana University Kokomo in May of 2009 with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing.