Wegmans School of Nursing
At the Wegmans School of Nursing, we prepare students to become compassionate, skilled caregivers who positively impact individuals, families, and communities. Through a robust liberal arts foundation and an unparalleled nursing education, we empower Fisher Nurses with the knowledge, hands-on experience, and global perspective needed to lead in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
The Power of Your Support
Your generosity helps:
- Enhance Nursing Education – Supporting undergraduate and graduate programs with cutting-edge technology and immersive learning.
- Expand Simulation & Clinical Learning – Funding state-of-the-art labs and hands-on experiences to ensure well-prepared graduates.
- Advance Global Health Initiatives – Providing opportunities for students to participate in service trips to countries like Kenya, Costa Rica, and Belize.
- Promote Community Engagement & Research – Empowering students and faculty to engage in impactful research and health initiatives.
- Create Study Abroad Opportunities – Fostering cultural competence and a global perspective in healthcare.
Every gift to the Fisher Fund helps shape the next generation of Fisher Nurses—compassionate leaders dedicated to making a difference in their communities every day.
The 2:1 giving match from Elizabeth ’11 and John Leonard has been met! Thank you to the Leonards for offering this generous match and the donors who were inspired to leverage their gifts for more impact.
119 days ago by Maherly SchaefferFisher employees answered the call with 100 donors to unlock a $2,500 gift from former employee Bob Heerkens and his wife, Tarri.
Every day, faculty and staff give their all for Fisher and its students with the goal of providing a transformational experience. Thank you to Fisher employees and Bob and Tarri Heerkens for your generosity.
119 days ago by Maherly Schaeffer
The Spire Society is the backbone of the Fisher Fund. We are challenging 20 new members to joined the esteemed ranks of the Spire Society before the end of I Heart Fisher Giving Day. These Fisher Fund leaders invest in and enhance the Fisher experience, making it available to all who wish to learn and grow here.
Thank you to the following individuals who have joined or renewed their Spire Society membership in honor of I Heart Fisher Giving Day:
Richard '73 & Janice Agin
David '06 and Paula Bocciolatt
James A. ’70 and Maureen Bowers
Robert W. Burgdorf, Esq. ’84 and Rosellen J. Burgdorf ’84
Daniel ‘69 and Ann Colby
Ed Donnelly ’83 and Tom Schnorr
Bernie Fischette '79
Tricia Gatlin and Kim Vroman
Rev. Joseph A. Hart ’68
Mark ’86 and Leslie Johnson
Jill R. Knittel ’94, ’03 (MBA)
Joellen Maples
Kenneth McAlpin ’77, ’87 (MBA) and MaryAnn McAlpin
E. Robert ’68 and Susan W. Moline
Marcie ’94 and John Nicastro
Nixon Peabody LLP
Linda Paulmeno Sewell '81
Michael J. ’79 and Ann Plunkett
Leon T. Sawyko, Esq. ’66 and Anne O. Sawyko
Skip ’72 and Patty Streber
Dr. Daniel D. Tessoni ’69 and Martha L. Tessoni
James ’83 and Mary Jo ’89 Valenti
Thomas R. Wahl '78
Donna '76 & Christopher Young
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