WELCOME ALUMNI
2025 Half Century & Alumni Event Recap
The University of Utah College of Nursing community gathered on October 22, 2025, at the Thomas S. Monson Center for the annual Half Century Society Inductions and Alumni Award Ceremony. The luncheon brought together alumni, faculty, and friends to honor excellence, compassion, and lifelong dedication to nursing and gerontology. This year’s honorees included Katy Welkie, recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award; Joan Carpenter, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN, FGSA, FPCN, FAAN, recipient of the Young Alumni Award; and Rob Larkin and Melissa Larkin Anderson, recipients of the Distinguished Service Award.
2025 Alumni Award Winners
Distinguished Alumni Award: Katy Welkie
Young Alumni Award: Joan Carpenter
Distinguished Service Award: Rob Larkin & Melissa Larkin Anderson
Distinguished Alumni Awards
Nominate an Outstanding Alum!
Know a College of Nursing graduate who leads with excellence and compassion in nursing or gerontology? Nominate them for the 2026 Alumni Awards and help us celebrate their impact in healthcare, education, research, aging, or community service.
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Alumni volunteers play an invaluable role in the College of Nursing. Get involved and stay connected to your alma mater.
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Investing in students is an investment in a better health care future for all of us. Gifts to the College of Nursing support student scholarships, innovative research, and high-quality care. Every donation, large or small, makes a difference.
Resources and Benefits
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As an alum of the University of Utah, take advantage of the benefits you can receive on and off campus. That includes athletic tickets, continuing education classes, and discounted admission to local attractions
