Dr. Robert Arnstein, the brother of former School of Nursing Dean Margaret Arnstein and psychiatrist-in-chief emeritus of Yale University Health Services, attended the celebration honoring his sister. Pictured with him (from left) are his wife, Mary Arnstein, Dr. Marla E. Salmon, dean of the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University, and Yale School of Nursing Dean Catherine Gilliss.

Permanent exhibit and renamed room honor
former nursing dean Margaret Arnstein

The Yale School of Nursing (YSN) celebrated the achievements of its former dean, Margaret G. Arnstein, on April 10 with the rededication of a conference room named in her honor and the unveiling of a new exhibition honoring her achievements. The Margaret G. Arnstein exhibit, which describes her career as one of the most influential nursing and public health leaders of her generation, features photographs, citations, awards and medals. It will remain on permanent display at YSN. Catherine Gilliss, YSN's current dean, emphasized how Arnstein's work helped shape the school's mission: "Margaret Arnstein represented the epitome of nursing research, nursing education and nursing practice. Her career and accomplishments are truly legend. She is an inspiration to all of us at the Yale School of Nursing to continue working to improve health care for all people." In a statement read at the ceremony by Provost Alison Richard, President Richard C. Levin noted that Arnstein had an enduring influence upon generations of Yale students: "She was involved in international development and public health before those words had the cachet they carry today. She gave herself to the study of health care needs in developing countries at a moment when this was not the common thing to do. She taught at a university. And then when given the opportunity, she led a school of nursing -- our School of Nursing -- with initiative, imagination and innovative flair. "As I consider her career, I consider also the careers of all the undergraduate students at Yale today. If they had her character and were to use their talents, training and temperament as she has used hers, we could feel they had achieved what Yale is striving to accomplish." Dr. Robert Arnstein, the former dean's brother and psychiatrist-in-chief emeritus of Yale University Health Services, attended the ceremony along with his wife, Mary. Also in attendance was Stephanie S. Spangler, deputy provost for biomedical and health affairs. The 2002 Sybil Palmer Bellos Lecture followed the rededication ceremony. Marla E. Salmon, dean of the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University and a professor of nursing and public health, delivered a lecture titled "Footprints, Pathways and the Public's Health: A Tribute to Margaret G. Arnstein." Salmon noted, in part, that "my own work, our profession and the health of people worldwide has been improved by the remarkable work of this nurse, scholar, leader and person, Margaret Arnstein." T H I SW E E K ' SS T O R I E S Emerging leaders from 18 nations coming to Yale as first World Fellows World Fellows diverse in nationality and experience Alumnus' gift funds visiting chair in economics Yale opens center for student groups Wanted: Your views about the YB&C Journalists decry globalization's effect on Latin America HUD Secretary hails spirit of volunteerism in the U.S. Streets is reappointed as chaplain and is named acting master of Trumbull College ALUMNI NEWS Free speech bazaar will highlight AYA assembly Alumni to be honored for their service to the University Students to work with community service groups via AYA Summer Fellowships Research on genes upholds Darwin's theories, says Moore With the eye of an engineer, scientist tackles problems of medicine Exhibit explores transformations in American life Communiversity Day 2002 Nobel laureate to present Farr Lecture at event showcasing student research SCHOOL OF NURSING NEWS Permanent exhibit and renamed room honor . . . Arnstein Family nurse practitioner is lauded for her care Nursing students will trek a Vermont mountain trail to raise funds . . . Dr. Pruett is honored for his dedication to mental health services for children In this year's 'showdown,' robots will demolish and build Divinity School partners with Lutheran seminaries Threats to nation's computer systems to be examined Conference to explore relationship between 'apocalypse and violence' Texas Rangers are subject of historian's talk Juniors honored for their college spirit, contributions and talent Ten scientists win NARSAD research grants Edwin D. Mullen, long-time manager of purchasing, dies Center marks retirement of noted child psychologist Student musicians will perform works by Brahms in two May concerts May Day concert to feature program of German music Celebrating Earth Day Bulletin Home|Visiting on Campus|Calendar of Events|In the News|Bulletin Board Yale Scoreboard|Classified Ads|Search Archives|Deadlines Bulletin Staff|Public Affairs Home|News Releases| E-Mail Us|Yale Home Page