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2012

- Nov 28
- Dr. Robyn Stremler’s Lifelong Learning Series On Sleep Research
- Sleep. Everyone needs it and so few of us get it, especially pregnant women and new families. Dr. Robyn Stremler has dedicated …
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- Oct 20
- Alumni Gathered To Discuss The Old And The New In Nursing
- What are the origins of nursing? And how did globalization impact the way we see nursing today? Rev. Tom Keighley, FRCN explored these …
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- Aug 20
- PhD grad earns writing award for innovation in forensic nursing
- Bloomberg Nursing PhD graduate Don Rose is the recipient of the Journal of Forensic Nursing’s Writing Award for Excellence in Research …
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- Jun 29
- Bloomberg & SickKids develop program to reduce child mortality in Ethiopia
- For the past year, Bloomberg Nursing alumni have been working diligently with partners in Ethiopia to launch the paediatric nurse …
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- Jun 28
- First MN grad uses education to reinforce focus on patient perspective
- The Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing has offered a graduate program leading to a Master’s degree since 1970. Initially, the only …
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- Jun 28
- CNO leader receives U of T recognition of commitment to Faculty
- Congratulations to Anne Coghlan, recipient of the University of Toronto Long Service Award. The honour is in recognition of completing …
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- Jun 28
- Bloomberg celebrates first book on black Canadian nurse pioneers
- On June 11th, Bloomberg Nursing hosted a book launch that celebrated the amazing contributions black Canadian nurses made to the …
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- Jun 28
- Heartfelt esteem for alumni at Spring Reunion
- Spring Reunion is a University-wide event, but the Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing is one of the select faculties that host an independent …
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- Jun 20
- Spring Reunion: June 2, 2012!
- This year we recognized the classes of …
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- May 20
- Everyone welcomes networking opportunities at annual Mentorship Lunch
- In the lounge at the Health Sciences Building, second-year BScN students were joined by some first-year peers for a glimpse at what …
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- May 01
- Camilla Marguerite Faulkner (née Scott), 1969 – 2012
- It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Camilla Marguerite Faulkner (née Scott). Camilla died of a brain tumour …
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- Mar 30
- Class of ’56 celebrates emerald anniversary
- Alumni from the class of ’56 gathered in Vancouver for a reunion to celebrate the 55th anniversary of their graduation. Spread across …
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- Feb 28
- Dinner makes friends out of strangers
- Dinner with 12 Strangers is a U of T initiative which has been a great hit for Bloomberg Nursing. The casual networking event brings …
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- Feb 28
- Master’s grad shares mentorship experiences in new book
- Mentorship plays a significant role in training nurse practitioners (NPs) for their new role. It’s a chance to build competencies and …
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- Jan 30
- Skills assessment exam couldn’t happen without our volunteers
- Volunteers play a vital role in helping Bloomberg Nursing ensure our students enter the field employing safe and competent practices …
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2011
- Dec 09
- Tailoring a Chronic Disease Self-Management Approach for Cancer
- The final instalment of the Alumni Lifelong Learning Series at Bloomberg Nursing was held November 9, 2011, and featured a presentation …
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- Oct 25
- Alumni Lifelong Learning Series: Dr. Jan Angus & cardiac rehabilitation
- The second instalment of the Alumni Lifelong Learning Series at Bloomberg Nursing was held October 19, 2011 and featured a presentation …
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- Oct 06
- Alumni Lifelong Learning Series: Dr. Amy Bender & e-mentoring in Ethiopia
- The first instalment of the Alumni Lifelong Learning Series at Bloomberg Nursing was held October 6, 2011 and featured a presentation …
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- Jun 17
- Kelly Metcalfe: special lecturer at Spring Reunion
- Each year, a component of U of T’s Spring Reunion is the Stress Free Degree lecture series – a free event open to all attendees. It is …
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- Jun 15
- Nine honoured with Distinguished Alumni Awards at Spring Reunion 2011
- This year, the Bloomberg Faculty received an unprecedented number of nominations for its annual Distinguished Alumni Awards. It was a …
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- Apr 07
- Dorothy Duff Nelson, 1914 – 2011
- It’s with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Dorothy Duff Nelson, a former teacher and generous supporter of the …
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2010
- Dec 17
- Bloomberg Nursing recognizes its veterans on Remembrance Day
- The nurses could feel the battle in the distance. They knew to ready themselves for the trucks that would bring the injured to their …
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In Memoriam
The Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing extends its sincerest sympathies to the families of its alumni, faculty and friends who have passed away.
- May 01
- Camilla Marguerite Faulkner (née Scott), 1969 – 2012
- It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Camilla Marguerite Faulkner (née Scott). Camilla died of a brain tumour …
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- Apr 07
- Dorothy Duff Nelson, 1914 – 2011
- It’s with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Dorothy Duff Nelson, a former teacher and generous supporter of the …
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- Dec 18
- Joan Thelma Scott Laidlaw (née Usher), 1926 – 2009
- December 10, 1926 – November 7, 2009 Wife of Myron W. (Bill) Laidlaw and Allan J Scott (deceased). Devoted mother of Martha …
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- Aug 18
- Elizabeth Anne (Betty) Burcher, 1949 – 2009
- The Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing is saddened with the sudden passing July 5, 2009 of Betty Burcher, public health nurse, senior …
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- Aug 18
- Dr. Jacqueline Sue Chapman, 1935 – 2009
- The Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing extends its sincerest sympathies to the family and friends of Dr. Jacqueline Sue Chapman, professor …
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- May 18
- Glenn Dudman, 1953 – 2009
- March 13, 1953 – March 29, 2009 With tremendous sadness we mourn the sudden loss of our beloved partner, friend, brother, uncle …
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Class Gatherings
Some classes choose to do an additional Spring Reunion event while all their classmates are in Toronto for the University Reunion Weekend. The Alumni Office is happy to assist with planning these extra events.
Read News on Our Past Reunions:

- Jun 28
- Heartfelt esteem for alumni at Spring Reunion
- Spring Reunion is a University-wide event, but the Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing is one of the select faculties that host an independent …
- More »

- Jun 20
- Spring Reunion: June 2, 2012!
- This year we recognized the classes of …
- More »
- Mar 30
- Class of ’56 celebrates emerald anniversary
- Alumni from the class of ’56 gathered in Vancouver for a reunion to celebrate the 55th anniversary of their graduation. Spread across …
- More »
- Jun 15
- Nine honoured with Distinguished Alumni Awards at Spring Reunion 2011
- This year, the Bloomberg Faculty received an unprecedented number of nominations for its annual Distinguished Alumni Awards. It was a …
- More »