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	In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The school regained its status with the League in June 1978.The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended.		In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The school regained its status with the League in June 1978.The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended.

	In 2009 nursing education scholarships were made available through the Finley Health Foundation and the Finley Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association. (1)		The University of Dubuque continued its nursing education in 1980 with its "Plus Two" BSN Program for Registered Nurses wishing advanced study. Applicants were eligible to receive 60-64 semester hours of credit for their previous nursing education. Classes were offered during the day or at evenings. For Registered Nurses needing continuing education credits, the university offered fifteen hours of workshops offered three times annually. Nurses could also take courses appropriate to their profession for continuing credit. (1)

			In 2009 nursing education scholarships were made available through the Finley Health Foundation and the Finley Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association. (2)

	[[Image:nursingad.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|1950 advertisement. Photo courtesy: Telegraph Herald]]In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HOSPITAL]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.		[[Image:nursingad.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|1950 advertisement. Photo courtesy: Telegraph Herald]]In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HOSPITAL]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.
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	[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.		[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.

	The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree in nursing education was conferred after the completion of five years while the completion of three years of education led to a certificate in nursing education. Three years of nursing subjects was common to both programs. (2)		The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree in nursing education was conferred after the completion of five years while the completion of three years of education led to a certificate in nursing education. Three years of nursing subjects was common to both programs. (3)

	Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.		Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.

	The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973 when the school had graduated nearly 1600 Registered Nurses. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. (3) At the time, Mercy officials stated that tax moneys supporting the Area I program would allow interested men and women to pursue their studies at lower cost. It was also stated that funds which had been used to underwrite part of the nursing education program could be used toward patient care. (4) These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.		The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973 when the school had graduated nearly 1600 Registered Nurses. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. (4) At the time, Mercy officials stated that tax moneys supporting the Area I program would allow interested men and women to pursue their studies at lower cost. It was also stated that funds which had been used to underwrite part of the nursing education program could be used toward patient care. (5) These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.

	Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.		Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.
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	[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.		[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.

	The Clarke Program received an on-site evaluation of its program in 2000 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. (5)		The Clarke Program received an on-site evaluation of its program in 2000 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. (6)

	Concern was shown in 2001 about the faculty shortage in nursing education. A national concern, the shortage in Iowa was not considered critical, however 49% of the current staff was planning to retire within the following ten years. Clarke had seven full-time and 5 adjunct faculty members. (6)		Concern was shown in 2001 about the faculty shortage in nursing education. A national concern, the shortage in Iowa was not considered critical, however 49% of the current staff was planning to retire within the following ten years. Clarke had seven full-time and 5 adjunct faculty members. (7)

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	1. "Finley Offers Nursing Education Scholarships," ''Telegraph Herald'', March 6, 1009, p. 14		1. "Nurses Return to School," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 13, 1980, p. 5

			2. "Finley Offers Nursing Education Scholarships," ''Telegraph Herald'', March 6, 1009, p. 14

	2. "Loras Offers Nurse Degree," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 29, 1943, p. 14		3. "Loras Offers Nurse Degree," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 29, 1943, p. 14

	3. "School of Nursing," ''Telegraph Herald'', November 7, 1973, p. 34		4. "School of Nursing," ''Telegraph Herald'', November 7, 1973, p. 34

	4. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4		5. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4

	5. "Clarke Program Eyed," ''Telegraph Herald'', April 25, 2000, p. 14		6. "Clarke Program Eyed," ''Telegraph Herald'', April 25, 2000, p. 14

	6. Hogstrom, Erik. "Numbers of Nursing Faculty 'A Concern," Telegraph Herald, May 19, 2001, p. 25		7. Hogstrom, Erik. "Numbers of Nursing Faculty 'A Concern," Telegraph Herald, May 19, 2001, p. 25

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	[[Image:finleynursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|Photo courtesy: Bob Reding]]In 1940 due to a surplus of nurses and difficulty in finding enough students to enroll in the program, the school was closed. The situation was reversed with the start of [[WORLD WAR II]]. In June 1942, the school reopened and enrollment began immediately with another class started in September. Since the school was operated under the regulations of the Iowa Board of Nursing Examiners, the Finley School entered into an affiliation with the [[UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE]]. Nurses attended classes at the university in those subjects required by the state board. They also received physical education, dietetics, chemistry and psychology instruction. The entire course load was announced as being somewhat more than was required by student nurses at the University of Iowa. To qualify for admission a student had to be a graduate of an accredited high school. No students in the lower one-third of their graduating class would be considered without additional study and proof of ability.		[[Image:finleynursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|Photo courtesy: Bob Reding]]In 1940 due to a surplus of nurses and difficulty in finding enough students to enroll in the program, the school was closed. The situation was reversed with the start of [[WORLD WAR II]]. In June 1942, the school reopened and enrollment began immediately with another class started in September. Since the school was operated under the regulations of the Iowa Board of Nursing Examiners, the Finley School entered into an affiliation with the [[UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE]]. Nurses attended classes at the university in those subjects required by the state board. They also received physical education, dietetics, chemistry and psychology instruction. The entire course load was announced as being somewhat more than was required by student nurses at the University of Iowa. To qualify for admission a student had to be a graduate of an accredited high school. No students in the lower one-third of their graduating class would be considered without additional study and proof of ability.

	In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended. ~~The school regained its status with~~ the ~~League in June 1978~~.		In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The school regained its status with the League in June 1978.The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended.

			In 2009 nursing education scholarships were made available through the Finley Health Foundation and the Finley Hospital School of Nursing Alumni Association. (1)

	[[Image:nursingad.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|1950 advertisement. Photo courtesy: Telegraph Herald]]In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HOSPITAL]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.		[[Image:nursingad.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|1950 advertisement. Photo courtesy: Telegraph Herald]]In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HOSPITAL]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.
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	[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.		[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.

	The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree in nursing education was conferred after the completion of five years while the completion of three years of education led to a certificate in nursing education. Three years of nursing subjects was common to both programs. (1)		The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree in nursing education was conferred after the completion of five years while the completion of three years of education led to a certificate in nursing education. Three years of nursing subjects was common to both programs. (2)

	Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.		Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.

	The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. (2) These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.		The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973 when the school had graduated nearly 1600 Registered Nurses. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. (3) At the time, Mercy officials stated that tax moneys supporting the Area I program would allow interested men and women to pursue their studies at lower cost. It was also stated that funds which had been used to underwrite part of the nursing education program could be used toward patient care. (4) These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.

	Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.		Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.
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	[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.		[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.

	The Clarke Program received an on-site evaluation of its program in 2000 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. (3)		The Clarke Program received an on-site evaluation of its program in 2000 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. (5)

			Concern was shown in 2001 about the faculty shortage in nursing education. A national concern, the shortage in Iowa was not considered critical, however 49% of the current staff was planning to retire within the following ten years. Clarke had seven full-time and 5 adjunct faculty members. (6)

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	1. "Loras Offers Nurse Degree," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 29, 1943, p. 14		1. "Finley Offers Nursing Education Scholarships," ''Telegraph Herald'', March 6, 1009, p. 14

			2. "Loras Offers Nurse Degree," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 29, 1943, p. 14

			3. "School of Nursing," ''Telegraph Herald'', November 7, 1973, p. 34

			4. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4

	2. "~~Health Watch~~," ~~October~~, ~~2016~~, p. 4		5. "Clarke Program Eyed," ''Telegraph Herald'', April 25, 2000, p. 14

	3. "~~Clarke Program Eyed~~," ''Telegraph Herald'', ~~April 25~~, ~~2000~~, p. 14		6. Hogstrom, Erik. "Numbers of Nursing Faculty 'A Concern," Telegraph Herald, May 19, 2001, p. 25

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	[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.		[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.

			The Clarke Program received an on-site evaluation of its program in 2000 by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. (3)

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	1. "Loras Offers Nurse Degree," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 29, 1943, p. 14		1. "Loras Offers Nurse Degree," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 29, 1943, p. 14

	1. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4		2. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4

			3. "Clarke Program Eyed," ''Telegraph Herald'', April 25, 2000, p. 14

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	Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.		Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.

	The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.		The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. (1) These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.

	Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.		Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.
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	[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.		[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.

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			1. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4

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	In 1988 college officials announced that no freshman nursing applications would be accepted for the 1989 school year. The thirty-six nursing majors currently in the program would be allowed to complete their education in up to three years. Money from the nursing program was to be targeted toward psychology, sociology, and social work programs.		In 1988 college officials announced that no freshman nursing applications would be accepted for the 1989 school year. The thirty-six nursing majors currently in the program would be allowed to complete their education in up to three years. Money from the nursing program was to be targeted toward psychology, sociology, and social work programs.

	[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe ~~Jacobson~~]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.		[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobsmeier]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.

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	In 1988 college officials announced that no freshman nursing applications would be accepted for the 1989 school year. The thirty-six nursing majors currently in the program would be allowed to complete their education in up to three years. Money from the nursing program was to be targeted toward psychology, sociology, and social work programs.		In 1988 college officials announced that no freshman nursing applications would be accepted for the 1989 school year. The thirty-six nursing majors currently in the program would be allowed to complete their education in up to three years. Money from the nursing program was to be targeted toward psychology, sociology, and social work programs.

	In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.		[[File:schoolnursing.jpg\|200px\|thumb\|left\|Block used for printing the school seal. Photo courtesy: Joe Jacobson]]In November 1990, Clarke officials announced that the nursing program, scheduled to end in the spring, would continue, and that the college would recruit freshmen for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. In making the announcement, college administrators cited the increased demand for highly skilled health care workers. In 1990 Clarke had the only four-year BSN program in Dubuque. A program for registered nurses to obtain a four-year degree and increase their training was being offered by the University of Dubuque. Clarke also announced in 1990 that it planned to continue its Accelerated Adult Degree Program in nursing and would expand its course work in hospice and community health nursing.

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	In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing. The school regained its status with the League in June 1978. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended.		In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing. The school regained its status with the League in June 1978. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended.

	In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY ~~HEALTH CENTER~~]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.		In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HOSPITAL]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.

	[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.		[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.

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	In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HEALTH CENTER]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.		In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HEALTH CENTER]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.

	In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.		[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.

	The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree was conferred after completion of two years at Loras and three years at Mercy.		The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree was conferred after completion of two years at Loras and three years at Mercy.

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	[[Image:finleynursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|Photo courtesy: Bob Reding]]In 1940 due to a surplus of nurses and difficulty in finding enough students to enroll in the program, the school was closed. The situation was reversed with the start of [[WORLD WAR II]]. In June 1942, the school reopened and enrollment began immediately with another class started in September. Since the school was operated under the regulations of the Iowa Board of Nursing Examiners, the Finley School entered into an affiliation with the [[UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE]]. Nurses attended classes at the university in those subjects required by the state board. They also received physical education, dietetics, chemistry and psychology instruction. The entire course load was announced as being somewhat more than was required by student nurses at the University of Iowa. To qualify for admission a student had to be a graduate of an accredited high school. No students in the lower one-third of their graduating class would be considered without additional study and proof of ability.		[[Image:finleynursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|Photo courtesy: Bob Reding]]In 1940 due to a surplus of nurses and difficulty in finding enough students to enroll in the program, the school was closed. The situation was reversed with the start of [[WORLD WAR II]]. In June 1942, the school reopened and enrollment began immediately with another class started in September. Since the school was operated under the regulations of the Iowa Board of Nursing Examiners, the Finley School entered into an affiliation with the [[UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE]]. Nurses attended classes at the university in those subjects required by the state board. They also received physical education, dietetics, chemistry and psychology instruction. The entire course load was announced as being somewhat more than was required by student nurses at the University of Iowa. To qualify for admission a student had to be a graduate of an accredited high school. No students in the lower one-third of their graduating class would be considered without additional study and proof of ability.

	In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing~~. The school regained its status with the League in June 1978~~. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended.		In September 1977, the Finley Hospital School of Nursing lost its accreditation from the National League of Nursing. In its letter to the hospital, the League cited the need for upgrading and increasing classrooms, formalizing staff development plans, and changes in students' courses. The accreditation was valid until 1986, nearly twice as long as expected. The school was later granted accreditation until 1987 when the last seniors graduated, and the program was ended. The school regained its status with the League in June 1978.

	In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HOSPITAL]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.		[[Image:nursingad.png\|left\|thumb\|250px\|1950 advertisement. Photo courtesy: Telegraph Herald]]In 1900 a school of nursing was established by [[MERCY HOSPITAL]] and organized by Mother Mary Agnes, RSM. In 1903 the nursing education program was lengthened from two to three years. An alumnae association was organized in 1908.

	[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.		[[Image:msofnursing.jpg\|left\|thumb\|250px\|]]In 1922 a two-story nurses' home was dedicated. Beginning the following year, three classes were admitted annually. Students received board, laundry, lodging and stipends of $5.00 per month after three months probation. The stipend increased to $7.00 during the last two years. In 1935 classrooms and a gymnasium were added to the nurses' home.

	The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree was conferred after completion of ~~two~~ years ~~at Loras and~~ three years ~~at Mercy~~.		The Mercy School of Nursing expanded in 1938 with the addition of the School of Nursing from Clinton. In 1943 the School of Nursing was established as the Division of Nursing of [[LORAS COLLEGE]]. The Bachelor of Science degree in nursing education was conferred after the completion of five years while the completion of three years of education led to a certificate in nursing education. Three years of nursing subjects was common to both programs. (1)

	Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.		Following the disaffiliation with Loras in 1953, courses were purchased from Loras with Mercy graduates being offered credits toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Loras discontinued the supplementary degree program for nurses in 1959, but the purchase of courses continued. In 1964 all arrangements with Loras were discontinued. In the fall of 1965 courses were first accepted from [[CLARKE COLLEGE]], and the nursing program was shortened to three years. Five years later, the program was further shortened to two years.

	The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. (1) These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.		The last class admitted to the Mercy School of Nursing entered in 1973. The next year Area One Vocational Technical School assumed all responsibility for the last class. (2) These students received an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a Mercy Medical Center School of Nursing recognition diploma in 1975.

	Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.		Nurses’ caps at both Finley and Mercy have had a long history. The first Mercy cap, adopted in 1900, was patterned after one worn by Catherine McKinnon, then the director of the school. In 1908 the style of cap made of organdy was changed to a practical washable type then in use by the St. Elizabeth School of Nursing in Washington, D.C. This style, known as "dusting caps," covered all the hair and was considered a sanitary measure. The familiar cone-shaped Mercy cap with the narrow black band was adopted in Dubuque and in other Mercy schools around the United States in 1936.
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			1. "Loras Offers Nurse Degree," ''Telegraph Herald'', July 29, 1943, p. 14

	1. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4		1. "Health Watch," October, 2016, p. 4

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