Welcome from the College of Nursing Alumni Association Board
The Michigan State University College of Nursing Alumni Association (CONAA) is responsible for promoting and advancing the interests of the College. The CONAA board helps with this mission by maintaining mutually beneficial relations between the college, its alumni, students and society at large.
We host alumni events, serve on planning committees, assist with recruitment efforts, and champion fundraising activities. With our time and talent, the alumni board strengthens the ties between the college and its alumni
The are many ways for Alumni to connect with the College, and the board encourages you to check them out. They include:
MSUNursing.org– join this online community of Spartan nurses to connect with alumni and friends of the college and enjoy exclusive benefits.
Support Alumni Activities – Become a member of the MSU Alumni Association, a portion of your dues returns to the College of Nursing to support alumni activities and dues are 100% tax deductable. Being a member of the MSUAA offers many other benefits as well.
Attend Alumni Activities – The Homecoming Tailgate, Women’s Basketball Luncheon and Game, and other events are great ways to connect with the college and other alumni.
Facebook – By simply clicking a button, you can keep up to date with the College.
If you are interested in becoming a Board Member or have suggestions for engagement with area alumni, please contact Alumni President Sharon Buursma or the College of Nursing alumni office Pam Schoen.
It is a very exciting time for the College of Nursing and we sincerely hope you get involved. The CONAA is here to support you and the legacy of the College of Nursing. GO GREEN. .
2009-2010 Alumni Board Members
President: Sharon Buursma, MBA, RN (CON BSN '65)
Vice President: Patrick Crane, MSN, RN (CON BSN '03, MSN '07)
Secretary: Lyn O’Connor, MSN, RN (CON MSN '85)
State Champions
Florida: Mary Wierenga, PhD, RN (CON BSN '68, ED PhD '79)
Mid-Michigan: Marilee Soltis, RN (CON BSN '79)
Southeast Michigan: Judy Fouladbakhsh, PhD, RN (CON PhD '06)
Colorado: Stephanie May, CRNA (CON BSN '88)
Graduate Programs: Marci Mechtel (CON BSN '88, MSN '06)
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