Open House - Apr 11 Associate Dean of Graduate Programs Welcome and Congratulations! Congratulations on your decision to pursue a graduate degree at The University of Alabama in Huntsville College of Nursing. I am very proud of our programs in that we emphasize the importance of clinical relevance and continued practice with all of our faculty and graduates. You will find that your faculty are leaders in healthcare practice and research and are eager to help you graduate as a practice-ready professional. Ours is a community that welcomes a wide range of cultural and personal backgrounds; it is my hope that you will find a home here and continue as active alumni after graduation. If I can help at any time with your educational or career pursuits, please feel free to reach out to me personally.