Dear Friends of Frontier:

Thanks to the combined efforts of a dedicated board, faculty, and staff, plus the loyal support of our many alumni, preceptors and donors; Frontier Nursing University continues to lead the way in nurse-midwifery and nurse practitioner education. This year represents a milestone for our 72 year old institution as we officially changed our name to Frontier Nursing University on July 1, 2011. The change in our name is a direct reflection of the graduate level programs offered and far reaches of our graduates.

We now have over 1,000 students from across the nation and the world who plan to deliver quality healthcare to people in the most rural and underserved areas. These future alumni will join you in caring for families in every corner of the globe. We should all be very proud of the role we play in their training.

FNU currently admits nearly 600 new students annually and we are very proud to report that 2010 reports indicate that 75% of our students reside in federally designated rural counties and/or health professional shortage areas. We are truly making an impact on access to care for the most rural and underserved in the country.

We are steadfast in our mission to prepare nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners who are leaders in the primary care of women and families residing in all areas with an emphasis on underserved and rural populations. We are united in our aspirations to fulfill the original vision of Mary Breckinridge to see her demonstration replicated across the country and globe. Our graduates carry the philosophy of care, spirit of service and dedication to those most vulnerable to every corner of the globe.

Onward to another successful year at Frontier!

Sincerely,

Susan E. Stone, DNSc, CNM, FACNM
President and Dean