The newly restructured Nursing Alumni Organization (NAO) offers two ways for alumni to stay connected and make a difference:
- Alumni Advisory Council – A volunteer leadership group that meets quarterly to guide alumni engagement strategies in support of the Sinclair School of Nursing’s mission, with a particular focus on student success. Council members serve staggered terms and represent the voice and perspectives of our diverse alumni community.
- Alumni Ambassadors Network – In partnership with the Mizzou Alumni Association, this flexible, volunteer-driven network empowers Nursing alumni to stay engaged with the school, students, and fellow alumni through meaningful activities, mentorship, event support, and regional outreach – on your schedule, from wherever you are.
Whether you’re interested in leadership or casual involvement, we welcome your participation. To learn more or express your interest, contact Cheryl Byrd at byrdch@missouri.edu .
Nursing Alumni Advisory Council
President
Christina Hoff Vollrath, BSN ’92, MS(N) ’09, DNP ’21
Past President
Jeri Doty, MS(N) ’81
- Austyn Belle Isle, BSN ’07
- Debra Deeken, BSN ’92, MS(N) ’10, DNP ’19
- Susan Devaney, BSN ’72, MS(N) ‘80
- Julie Fitterling, BSN ’86
- Sue Fowler, BSN ’11
- Winnie Fritz, BSN ’68
- Darlene Huff, BSN ’65, MS(N) ’79
- Ruth Jones, MS(N) ’89
- Emilie Maas, BSN ‘23
- Jennifer Maddox, BNS ’93
- Julie Miller, BSN ’91 MS ’13, DNP ’17
- Sandra Mellinger, BSN ‘65
- Donna Otto, BSN ’72, MS(N) ’81
- Linda Smith, BSN ’72
Emeriti Directors
- Caroline Davis BSN’65, MS(N)’90
Ex-officio Members
- Lori Popejoy BSN’93, MS(N)‘96, PhD‘07, Dean
- Whitney Harlan, Advancement
- Cheryl Byrd, Alumni Engagement