For centuries, nurses have provided care to individuals and families in the Tri-state area, and countless nursing leaders have emerged. To recognize these outstanding women and men, the College of Mount St. Joseph presents the Leadership in Nursing Awards.
The Mount is proud of the role it has played in the education of nurses for the past 80 years. The College continues to educate women and men to be ethical, spiritual, caring professionals for future leadership roles in nursing.
Award Recipients

Distinguished Alumni Nurse Leader
Lynn Heper, S.C., B.S.N., R.N.
Distinguished Nurse Administrator
Jim Owen, M.S., B.S.N., R.N., N.E.A.-B.C.
Distinguished Nurse Researcher
Theresa A. Beery, Ph.D., R.N., A.C.N.P.-B.C., C.N.E.
Lifetime Achievement in Nursing Leadership
Kathye Habig Nippert, M.S.N., R.N., F.A.C.H.E.
The Drees Pavilion
