SPP Nursing student earns award

Congratulations to Nipissing University Nursing student Lisa Shum, who is receiving a Sopman Humanitarian Award.Shum is studying in Nipissing’s Scholar Practitioner Program.
The Sopman Awards were initiated by Mr. Archie Sopman in memory of his wife Belle, and in recognition of the humanitarian care given to her by a student nurse. The Sopman Humanitarian Fund seeks to encourage characteristics of humanity, compassion, understanding and the ability to communicate amongst nurses and doctors in training at University Health Network.
The key selection criteria for these prestigious awards are:Demonstration of excellence in the art and science of humanistic care;Above-average interpersonal skills shown through interaction with patients and families;Evidence of the characteristics of compassion and support while providing patient care; andClinical and academic excellence.