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Honouring the past.
Celebrating the present.
Inspiring the future.
Fifty years ago, the TRU School of Nursing graduated its first class of nurses, shaping the future of health care—one dedicated nurse at a time. Now, we invite you to celebrate this incredible milestone.
Join us for a day of reflection and inspiration as we honour our history, showcase the present and look ahead to the future of nursing.
What to Expect
Here’s a sneak peek of the day’s activities:
Journey through history – step back in time with an exhibit showcasing the evolution of nursing at TRU over the past 50 years.
Honouring our alumni - celebrate the achievements of TRU nursing graduates who are making a
difference in health care.
Student spotlights - get inspired by the latest research and projects from current nursing students.
Insights from experts - hear from industry leaders about the future of nursing and what’s next in health care.
Reconnect & reminisce - catch up with former classmates, faculty and fellow health care professionals in a welcoming, social setting.
Agenda
Open House and tours
Chappell Family Nursing & Population Health Building | 10 a.m. – 3
p.m.
Social and networking
OLARA | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Keynote speeches
OLARA | 11:30 a.m. – noon
Recent donations
Thank you to our recent donors, none of this would be possible without you!
Robert and Ann-Marie Hunter
Loganth Properties Ltd
Amber Archibald
(Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2014)
Karin Olson
(Nursing Diploma, 1981)
Michelle Reith
(Nursing Diploma, 1989)
Lois Costello
(Nursing Diploma , 1981)
Diane R Marsten
(BSN with UVIC, 1991)
Renee Anderson
(Nursing Diploma and BSN with UVIC(1993), 1987)
Catherine Ferguson
Teena Weech
(Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2010)
Support future health care heroes
The TRU School of Nursing 50th Anniversary Legacy Scholarship will support nursing students of the future.
Celebrate 50 years of excellence with a $50 gift.
For 50 years, the TRU School of Nursing has been educating nurses who care for our communities — with skill, compassion and leadership. As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, you can help support the next generation of changemakers in health care. Your donation will provide vital financial support to nursing students who are dedicated to making a difference.
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