Jones College Associate Degree Nursing students inducted into Alpha Delta Nu

ELLISVILLE –Jones College sophomore associate degree nursing students, Lauryn Wheat-Petal; Jalyn Freeman-Waynesboro; Kayla White-State Line; Cassandra Warden-Purvis and Jenna Hillman-Richton were inducted into the Nursing Honor Society, Alpha Delta Nu. Requirements for induction into the Nursing Honor Society include having a “B” average in all nursing courses with no repeats, complete a capstone project prior to graduation and demonstrate conduct on campus and in clinical areas which reflect integrity and professionalism.

“These students are all well thought of at Jones and their knowledge and skills are also outstanding. They are caring individuals and we are proud of their success at Jones College, and in the nursing profession,” said Danielle Matthews, A.D. Nursing instructor and co-advisor for Alpha Delta Nu at Jones College.

Family, friends and students gathered for the induction ceremony to recognize the achievements of the five students. Twenty-eight Associate Degree Nursing students are expected to celebrate completing the program on Thursday, May 19, with a pinning ceremony at Jones College.

Jones College celebrates retiring 2022 employees

ELLISVILLE – Jones College held its annual “Retirement Tea” for six employees who are retiring this year. When combined, these six employees provided 119 years of service to JC, with some having additional years of service working at other professional/educational institutions.

This year’s retirees include Arlena Sullivan who has been teaching business/economics courses at Jones College for 28 years. Rochelle Dahmer has been teaching English at Jones College for 25 years. Diasetta Nelson has 23 years of service to the college in environmental safety. Diane Love has been working in the college Bookstore for 16 years. Lisa Purdum worked in eLearning and marketing for 15 years. Stan Livingston has served as Chief of the Campus Police for 12 years.

Picture Cutline 2022 retiree group: Six Jones College employees were honored at the annual Retirement Tea, celebrating their service to the college and retirement in 2022. Pictured seated left to right are Diane Love, Rochelle Dahmer and Arlena Sullivan. Pictured standing left to right are Lisa Purdum, Chief Stan Livingston, and Diasetta Nelson.