… popular nursing story books, and working as a “candy striper” in a hospital setting. Now, 50 years after earning her nursing diploma and eventually her Doctor … and I feel the next generation is ready to bring new ideas and great energy.” For nearly 21 years, Reidy has brought ideas, energy, and a can-do approach to the … with the commitment, autonomy and creativity that’s encouraged in an academic setting. What she won’t miss is the long commute, or concerns about enrollment or …