Dr. Gauvin exemplifies the criteria for this award in many ways.  Her leadership has created a supportive, understanding, encouraging, & fair environment for our nursing faculty & staff.  Her calm nature and cool under pressure create a truly supportive and collaborative work atmosphere.  She has supported me through many trying times these last two years, and for that I am truly grateful! I appreciate her honesty and direct approach.

Shannon has an incredible impact on everyone around her. She is not just a role model for our nursing faculty and students, but she also inspires me every day to be a better educator and nurse. She brings kindness, fairness, and a holistic approach to everything she does, showing us all how to care for our students and colleagues in the most genuine way. She is always looking for creative ways to help our nursing program grow, like applying for grants to bring nursing education to rural areas of Maine. She also shares her expertise by presenting at nursing conferences and participating in research. Shannon has an amazing ability to connect with students and faculty, making everyone feel heard and valued. Her ability to balance teaching, leadership, and innovation makes her an exceptional nurse educator, and she is so deserving of this recognition.