Congatulations to Joyce Ferrario, PhD, RN, Decker School Associate Dean, Coordinator of Graduate Programs, and Professor for being selected to receive the 2004-05 Outstanding Graduate Director Award.

This award honors graduate directors who demonstrate exemplary service in the overall operations of a graduate program.

Ferrario is being commended for her dedication to all aspects of graduate education but especially her approach to the teaching/learning process and long-term student success. Ferrario will be honored at a dinner hosted by Provost Maryann Swain at which she will be formally recognized.