DYNAMIC DUMKE STORIES
The Dumke College of Health Professions
Our outstanding students, expert faculty, and caring staff come from various backgrounds, each with a unique and fantastic story. As a college, we embody positivity, innovation, and progress. Here are some stories and life experiences that make the Dumke College of Health Professions so dynamic.
FACULTY & STAFF
Presidential Teaching Excellence Award Recipients
2024
London Draper Lowe, Nursing
Valerie Gooder, Nursing
2023
Brian Cottle, Health Administrative Services
Diane Leggett-Fife, Nursing
Melissa Neville-Norton, Nursing
2021/2022
Carrie Jeffrey, Nursing
Brad Marden, Health Sciences
Connie Merrill, Nursing
2020
Kristy Baron, Nursing
Cory Moss, Health Administrative Services
Jamie Wankier Randles, Nursing
2019
Tressa Quale, Nursing
Sally Cantwell, Nursing
2018
Catherine Harmston, Nursing
Elizabeth Rocha, Nursing
Brady Presidential Distinguished Professor
2023
Robert J. Walker, Radiologic Sciences
2022
Valerie Herzog, Athletic Training
2012
Diane Kawamura, Radiologic Sciences
2007
Yasmen Simonian, Medical Laboratory Sciences
Lindquist Award
2014
Lisa Trujillo, Respiratory Therapy
2013
Valerie Herzog, Athletic Trianing
2010
Stephanie Bossenberger, Dental Hygiene
John S. Hinckley Fellow Award
2023-2024
Matthew Nicholaou, Medical Laboratory Sciences
2004-2005
Yasmen Simonian, Medical Laboratory Sciences
H. Aldous Dixon Award
2023
Robert J. Walker, Radiologic Sciences
2021
Yasmen Simonian, Laboratory Sciences
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‘Walking miracle’ and classmate who helped save her will graduate togetherClassmates and friends Audrey Young and Allie Green met in Weber State University’s respiratory therapy program. During a study break, they decided to meet for lunch and faced a life-and-death situation. When Young arrived at the restaurant, she collapsed. Suddenly, what Green had learned in the classroom had to be translated into reality. She performed CPR until first responders arrived. They delivered two electrical shocks to revive her pulse, and then Young was rushed to the hospital to recuperate.
WSU paramedic professor contributes to new EMS treatment research
Christine O’Neil, assistant paramedic professor, was one of seven researchers who examined data from electronic patient reports across the country for a study on people suffering from uncontrolled atrial fibrillation. Information that O’Neil studied could improve outcomes and mortality rates by having paramedics administer the correct treatment in emergency situations. Previously, paramedics were told not to treat AFib in the field, but this study says it is beneficial for patients whose heart rate has been lowered by paramedics.
20-year break in college didn’t stop WSU student from becoming a nurse
Mandy Pellew is a nontraditional student in Weber’s nursing program. After a 20-year hiatus from college when she started a family, she knew it was time to return to school. At age 42, Pellew earned her associate’s in nursing from Weber State. She now works in the critical care unit at Ogden Regional Medical Center. Pellew sees many different kinds of patients, including people who have recently undergone surgery, experienced cardiac or breathing issues, or are coming off drugs and alcohol.
WSU to host inaugural white coat ceremony for future physician assistantsTwenty students at Weber State University received traditional white coats during a ceremony in December 2023. The event celebrated the first Physician Assistant cohort as they transitioned from classroom learning to clinical rotations in hospitals throughout Utah and Colorado.
Weber State nursing grad reflects on 40+ years in healthcareAlan Holt graduated with an associate degree in nursing from Weber State College in 1981. He credits his knowledge from WSU with helping him enter the field confidently. Before retiring, Holt worked as a nurse anesthetist for almost 40 years and participated in several medical humanitarian trips, where he helped patients who didn’t have easy access to healthcare.
