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Jackson, Tenn. – Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ University juniors Lisa Cooper and Leslie
Jones, both nursing majors, recently received scholarships from the
Jackson Women's Club, a member of the Tennessee Federation of Women's
Clubs.
"These students have certainly demonstrated the academic excellence as well as caring and a commitment to service to which Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ strives to instill in each of our students," said Susan Jacob, dean of Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's School of Nursing. Cooper, who is from McKenzie, Tenn., is the daughter of Donald & Wendal Walker. She plans to practice nursing in the local community hospital. Jones, a native of Rossville, Tenn., is the daughter of Jerry & Betty Jones. She hopes to work in the field of missions. Founded in 1823 and affiliated with the Tennessee Baptist Convention, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ University is characterized by quality Christ-centered teaching and learning. The faculty of the School of Nursing expresses the belief that nursing is a dynamic discipline reflecting change based on an ever-expanding body of knowledge. Through application of principles from the physical and social sciences, nursing is directed toward helping to meet society's health needs. |