Holding on to the Star: Celebrating 100 Years of the Frontier Nursing Service is a three-part series covering the history of Frontier Nursing University. In this series, we explore the Frontier Nursing Service’s history from 1925 to 2025 through a chronological journey, highlighting the enduring themes that capture both the core mission that FNS stakeholders have consistently embraced, and the many ways that the service has changed. Read about the "Pressing Need for an Innovative Educationa...| Frontier Nursing University
Holding on to the Star: Celebrating 100 Years of the Frontier Nursing Service is a three-part series covering the history of Frontier Nursing University. In this series, we explore the Frontier Nursing Service’s history from 1925 to 2025 through a chronological journey, highlighting the enduring themes that capture both the core mission that FNS stakeholders have consistently embraced, and the many ways that the service has changed. Read about The War Years, Major Changes for the FNS Commun...| Frontier Nursing University
In this article, we explore the Frontier Nursing Service’s history from 1925 to 2025 through a chronological journey, highlighting the enduring themes that capture both the core mission that FNS stakeholders have consistently embraced, and the many ways that the service has changed. Indeed, whether we examine FNS leaders’ and staff members’ goals and accomplishments in the early years or recent years, we see throughlines of a focus on rural health, a dedication to primary care of the fa...| Frontier Nursing University
At Frontier Nursing University, we take pride in the incredible achievements of our graduates who continue to make a difference in their communities. From leading innovative projects to advancing in their careers, their stories inspire and motivate the next generation of nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners. We invite you to read more about alumni news and faculty publications and presentations in the Quarterly Bulletin.| Frontier Nursing University
Robyn E. Weller, CNM, MSN was a member of Class 33 of Frontier Nursing University’s Community-based Nurse-midwifery Education Program (CNEP). She took that education and training and turned it into a remarkable career. She has worked as a certified nurse-midwife for Kaiser Permanente in southern California for over 20 years. She is a successful published author, and she is passionate about participating in medical missions. Somehow, she still found time to answer our questions and share her...| Frontier Nursing University
For Auriel Ciccarelli, CNM, WHNP, her journey in midwifery and women's healthcare began with a passion for service and a deep understanding of the value of community, both of which were rooted in her upbringing. Ciccarelli’s professional journey has taken her from working as an RN in her home state of Pennsylvania to working as a CNM and ultimately as a WHNP. Along the way, she’s carried with her the spirit of connection and support she found at FNU.| Frontier Nursing University
Since stepping into her role as president of Frontier Nursing University last year, Dr. Brooke A. Flinders has prioritized connecting with the FNU community. In 2025, she kicked off a Presidential Tour in the southeast region of the United States and plans to travel across the country throughout the year to meet with FNU graduates who are transforming healthcare in their communities. Each stop offers an opportunity to witness firsthand the meaningful impact of our alumni in a variety of clini...| Frontier Nursing University
The story of the mission and founding of the Frontier Nursing Service in 1925 shines a light on the importance of providing healthcare to areas where there is little if any access to care. Mary (Strubhar) Showalter, MSN, CNM (Class 39) is among the many Frontier graduates who have been inspired by the mission to serve the underserved. Showalter said that she chose to attend Frontier because of its community-based distance educational platform.| Frontier Nursing University
