MNAO Awards

The Early Career Achievement Alumni Award is presented to a graduate of the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University (or formerly the Mennonite School/College of Nursing) who:

1. Has completed BSN degree within 10 years of award date
2. Has demonstrated significant accomplishment and leadership in the field of nursing, or in other civic, cultural, or charitable activities
3. Has demonstrated continued interest in and support of the college
4. Personifies the values of the College in her/his life

The Service Award recognizes exceptional service to the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University; to the Mennonite Nurses Alumni Organization; or to humanity, inasmuch as such service reflects the values of the College. The recipient may or may not be a graduate of Mennonite College of Nursing.

In 2010, the MNAO Awards Committee created the Spirit of Nursing Award to honor Mary Punke '54 and June Forbes '54 for their dedication to the profession of nursing, their college, and classmates. They are a living testimony to the values of Mennonite College of Nursing, and concern themselves with the physical, emotional, and spiritual care of others. After presenting this very special award to Mary and June, the MNAO Awards Committee has selected recipients every year since it was established, and welcomes nominations for this award.

The Spirit of Nursing Award recognizes a graduate(s) of the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University (or formerly the Mennonite School/College of Nursing) who has demonstrated through their work and/or personal life a commitment to the values of Mennonite College (School) of Nursing. These values may be exceptional dedication to patient care and clinical excellence, commitment to compassionate care, community service or advocacy for the vulnerable human.