Nena Sanders, BSN, MSN, DSN, Samford University vice provost and dean of  the Ida V. Moffett School of Nursing, was inducted into the Alabama Nursing Hall of Fame in October.

Established by the University of Alabama's Capstone College of Nursing, the Hall of Fame honor cited Sanders was for her expertise in clinical nursing, nursing education, administration and consultation that has impacted the profession both in Alabama and across the nation, and her legacy of commitment, vision and enduring spirit that is reflected in those she has influenced.

In addition to the growth and advances she has achieved as dean, earlier this year, Sanders was named vice provost and will oversee planning for and implementation of Samford's new College of Health Sciences.

"It is truly an honor to be recognized for achievements in your field, but it is particularly humbling to be acknowledged by your peers," Sanders said.

"As I think back through my career, I have been blessed to have had wonderful mentors who have supported me at critical junctures in my career and life," she said. "I count it a privilege to have served the patients charged to my care, and for the opportunities to work with knowledgeable and skillful nurses in practice, administration and education."