This year, Western University is celebrating a century of nursing education.
To mark the milestone, Museum London has pulled from its extensive artifact collection, borrowed from other community archives and private lenders to trace the development of nursing education in London from its earliest days until today.
“This exhibit showcases the last 100 years of nursing education in London, and we are proud of the role Western has played in it. Our nursing program got its start as a Public Health Certificate in Nursing. Since then, we’ve developed outstanding clinicians, researchers, and educators who work across a broad range of practice,” says Victoria Smye, Associate Professor and Director, Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing at Western University.
“Over the last century, The Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing has developed into a world leader in research, discovery and innovation – which will shape the next 100 years.”
“Museum London is proud to help Western’s Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing celebrate its 100th anniversary,” says Amber Lloydlangston, Curator of Regional History, Museum London.
“Through 79 objects, 26 images, and two short videos, we explore how nursing education has evolved. We worked closely with people connected with Western to share the important work of the program.”
Members of the media are invited to view the collection and interview Victoria Smye and Amber Lloydlangston at on Sunday, February 2 at 2:00 p.m.
What: Winter Exhibition Opening Reception – 100 Years of Nursing Education in London
When: Sunday, February 2 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Museum London, 421 Ridout Street North, London, ON
MEDIA CONTACT: Jo Ann Johnston, Community Relations, Western University, 519-661-2111 x80504, or on mobile at 519-860-3120 and joann.johnston@uwo.ca @JoRoJohnston
ABOUT WESTERN
Western University delivers an academic experience second to none. Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community.
ABOUT MUSEUM LONDON
Museum London is Southwestern Ontario’s leading establishment for the collection and presentation of visual art and material culture. Through public and educational programming, special events and exhibitions, Museum London strives to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of regional art, culture and history.
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