Congressman Geoff Davis Presents $250,000 to Thomas More College
Washington,
Feb 25, 2008 -
Today, Congressman Geoff Davis presented a check for $250,000 to Thomas More College to support the creation of the Regional Center for Health Sciences and Health Care Management. The funding will support new initiatives to increase the development of a highly skilled health care workforce, including substantial efforts to train more nurses.
Congressman Davis stated, “I am pleased to be able to help Thomas More College in the development of the Center for Health Science and Health Care Management. The Center will be a great asset for our community.”
“As a leader in both nursing and business education in the region and through its partnership with St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center, Thomas More College is well positioned to successfully launch this new initiative.”
“As the health care field continues to grow both larger and more competitive, it is important that we support projects such as this to educate and prepare students for careers in health care. Thomas More College has a history of producing exceptional employees, particularly in this discipline, and I am confident this center will strengthen that reputation.”
Sister Margaret Stallmeyer, President of Thomas More College, stated, “The entire Thomas More College community joins me in thanking Congressman Davis for this $250,000 investment in support of our health care educational programs. This exemplifies the Congressman's commitment to higher education and his tireless efforts to address the needs of this region. We are most grateful for his leadership and support."
The Thomas More College Regional Center for Health Sciences and Health Care Management will train the next generation health care professionals and managers. The center will focus on developing an MBA program for Health Care Professionals, developing new programs in the Nursing Department, expanding Gerontology training and offering new opportunities for Career Planning and Lifelong Learning.
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