Freda Creutzburg Scholar
The most recent recipient of the Freda Creutzburg Scholarship is Megan Nicklay. In her letter of thanks and gratitude, Megan shared that she chose nursing because “it is a uniquely powerful position to support patients and connect with communities in a way that can drive innovation for better health outcomes.” Previously Megan worked as a teacher and EMT. Megan also noted that the support of the Freda Creutzburg Scholarship has helped make her dream nursing education come true—she graduated with her MSN in August. Megan was the recipient of the Academic Excellence Award, given to the student who has demonstrated exemplary performance in all aspects including clinical, theory, and professional demeanor in the support of the profession of nursing. Miss Creutzburg would indeed be very proud of Megan!
Save the Date
Reunion Weekend will be held on April 16-18, 2026. This is of significant importance, since this will be the LAST time we will celebrate a graduating class 50th Anniversary. More details to come.
Individual invitations are not sent out via U.S. Mail. Please watch the CHH Facebook page for updates or go to the JHSON website for details on registering for the event. Please try to attend and celebrate the school we all loved so much.
Church Home & Hospital School of Nursing
Yes, in 2026, we will honor the final class to graduate from the Church Home & Hospital School of Nursing. From 1894 through 1976, approximately 1,500 graduates proudly wore the “EGO SERVO” Insignia Pin. The school was accredited by the National League for Nursing in 1959. So much wonderful history … three men among the 1,500 women graduated; numerous graduates served in World War II and the Vietnam War; Beacon of Hope Award started in 1933 and kept until 1976; one mother-daughter graduate; married students allowed in 1967; college credits received in 1966 and more. I would encourage everyone to visit the Alan Mason Chesney Medical Archives website to see your class photo and much more CHH History that is professionally preserved and accessible.
In Memoriam
Patricia Baumann, ’51
Elaine Neely Schelle, ’59
Bonnie Summers, ’65