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Farewell to Tarnia and Farah As our previous issue was heading to press, we said goodbye to two amazing colleagues who have moved on with their careers. A tea was held for Dr. Tarnia Taverner in December as a send off to her new duties as the Director of Clinical Operations at Delta Hospital (Fraser Health Authority). Tarnia had been with us since 2009 as an Assistant Professor and an active educator in the graduate and undergraduate programs. She was also course leader for the adult/older adult professional nursing course, and an all-round fashion icon. Dr Tarnia Taverner Ms. Farah Jetha entered into a long-term relationship with the School of Nursing in 1997 when she applied for the BSN nursing program. She obtained her MSN in 2013 and remained a dedicated and energetic Lecturer right up to her departure. In January she took her career to the next level at BCIT’s School of Health Sciences as an Instructor in Perinatal Nursing, becoming yet another UBC School of Nursing grad who will continue to make an indelible mark on the world. Ms. Farah Jetha EVENTS Visit the School of Nursing event listings online for the most upto-date listings of all our events. Join us for NURSING ROUNDS and RESEARCH TOOLBOX sessions as well as special events and student Candidacy Oral Exams. Many of these events are also available to attend remotely via live webcasting. Or if you miss one, find past talks archived on our Vimeo site. EVENTS https://nursing.ubc.ca/news-events/events VIMEO https://vimeo.com/user31710668 SAVE THE DATE May 4, 2017 AFTERNOON SYMPOSIUM Transformative Practices in Long-Term Care Panelists: Dr John Keady, Dr Alison Phinney, Jo-Ann Tait, Isobel Mackenzie Moderator: Sarah Leavitt Time: 3:00 - 5:00 pm MARION WOODWARD LECTURE Dementia: New Paths to Understanding Speaker: Dr. John Keady Time: 7:00 to 8:00 pm Date: October 27, 2016 Place: UBC Robson Square - Lecture Theatre 800 Robson Street, Vancouver Register: www.nursing.ubc.ca/news-events/MWL2016 For assistance call 604.822.1409 22 TOUCHPOINTS
From One Generation to the Next Nursing Class of 1958 Emergency Award Although backgrounds differed—some hailed from the farm, others from the inner city—the Class of 1958 faced the same long nights in the Vancouver General Hospital. At that time, UBC nursing students spent the entire 27-month practicum in those antiseptic wards. At night, they were even prevented from leaving, locked up inside that quiet, labyrinthine building because administration sought to “protect young women.” Yet these women wielded grown-up responsibilities—bedside care and treatment—for which many felt almost unprepared. Today the UBC Bachelor of Nursing Science program looks quite different. But in the 1950s, students received a monthly stipend cheque of $8 to $10; even when translated into modern currency, the stipend might cover toothpaste and floss. “We were poor,” says Arlene Aish, a member of the 1958 class. “But we were poor together.” All of these challenges brought the Class of 1958 closer together, forging a lasting bond that, half a century later, motivated several classmates to launch an endowment for nursing students. Considering the cohesive nature of that class—many are still friends today—the class opted for a group fund, rather than an individual one. Unlike your average scholarship or bursary, the emergency award helps students who encounter unforeseen financial trouble. Since establishing this endowed fund five years ago, the donation has (at the discretion of the Nursing Director) come to the aid of eight undergraduates, covering tuition, textbooks, groceries, even rent. In several cases, the recipient’s education would have halted without the support. “Several of us in the class (of 1958) became university professors,” says Arlene. “So we witnessed firsthand the need for emergency bursaries.” The first in her family to attend university, Arlene taught at Queen’s University for much of her career. She recalls walking through the cafeteria line one day and seeing her student choose water rather than buy a drink, as she had no money. Sometimes students without means find themselves stranded between the usual funding channels. Arlene has seen both graduates and undergraduates who, suffering a family breakdown, can’t afford books, tuition or even food. In one case, a student’s relationship with a stepdad had grown toxic. The new parent refused support, and the dependent didn’t qualify for a bursary, as the family’s income exceeded the criteria. Given the ceaseless demand for emergency financial aid, the Class of 1958, rather than limiting their impact to one generation, extends their support to both current and future generations. To mark their 50th reunion, the class opted for an endowment fund. While UBC protects the capital donation, 3.5 per cent of the group’s endowed fund is awarded annually to a student—a gift that never ends. Arlene strongly advocates group fundraising. “Everyone gives a little bit,” she says, “although there’s no pressure. Group giving can make for a more meaningful contribution.” Class of 1958 celebrating their 50th reunion at Harrison Hotsprings When asked if she had any advice for other groups or classes considering a similar fund, Arlene laughs. “Just don’t wait 50 years,” she says. Donate to the Class of 1958 or other awards in the School of Nursing—or create your own UBC legacy—by contacting Darya Sawycky, Associate Director, Development & Alumni Relations. Darya can be reached at 604-827-0081 or darya.sawycky@ubc.ca. Fall/Winter 2016 23
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