Lillian Pierce Nursing Faculty Development Fund

Investing in faculty excellence to enhance nursing education.

• Ongoing professional development, including certifications, advanced training, and continuing education.
• Faculty research and conference participation, ensuring Capital’s nursing educators remain at the forefront of industry advancements.
• Community-building initiatives, strengthening collaboration among faculty and enhancing the student experience.

Marilyn Heath Geckeler Nursing Innovation Fund

Honoring the legacy of Marilyn Heath Geckeler (’74), this fund, established by Doug Geckeler, enhances nursing education through cutting-edge technology and simulation.

• State-of-the-art lab and technology enhancements, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with the latest medical equipment.
• Training for both students and faculty on emerging healthcare technologies.
• Renovations, equipment, and supplies for spaces such as the new Med Lab—a fully immersive, hospital-like learning environment featuring advanced simulation tools, computers, and interactive technology. *Ask Heather for clarification on this space

Nursing Cultural Immersion Fund

Expanding students’ global perspectives through hands-on, cross-cultural healthcare experiences. Established by alumna Barb Kassmann ('77), this fund provides nursing students with opportunities to:

• Engage in immersive healthcare experiences in diverse communities—both local, nationally and internationally.
• Develop cultural competency, an essential skill in today’s global healthcare landscape.
• Participate in service-learning initiatives, applying their knowledge to real-world settings while making a meaningful impact.

Nursing Scholarships

Making a Capital Nursing education accessible to the brightest and most passionate students.

Scholarships provide:

• Financial relief for students, allowing them to focus on their studies without the burden of multiple jobs.
• Opportunities to recruit top nursing talent, ensuring a high-caliber student body committed to excellence in healthcare.
• Support for all students, fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment.

Student Enrichment Fund

Empowering nursing students with the resources they need to succeed.

• NCLEX preparation and state board fees to ensure students are well-equipped for licensure.
• Professional development opportunities, including research initiatives, conference attendance, and leadership training.
• Student wellness and community-building effort, fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment.

School of Nursing Priorities

Providing the Dean of the School of Nursing with flexible funding to address immediate needs and emerging priorities.

• Essential supplies and equipment, ensuring students and faculty have the resources they need.
• Innovative projects and initiatives, allowing the School of Nursing to adapt to evolving educational and healthcare needs.