School of Nursing Dean Ken White has been named to the Inaugural Class of the Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing (ADLN), created by the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA). Those chosen have demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of nursing education, research, practice, policy, or administration as it relates to issues of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI).

White, who retires next month, was named one of the Luminary ADLN Fellows, described by NBNA as “highly distinguished individuals who are renowned for their JEDI contributions in education, research, practice, policy, or administration. Each luminary ADLN Fellow has at least thirty years of experience in nursing and continues to open doors for greater JEDI in nursing while they continue their innovative groundbreaking work.”

“This means a lot to me because they looked at my commitment to JEDI over 30 years,” said White. “I am honored and humbled to receive this recognition and to be among other leaders who have impacted our journey against racism and all forms of oppression. Although I am retiring from my day job, I will continue to work with these luminaries to advance equity, diversity, and social justice.”