Past DAISY Award Winners

The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty honors nursing educators who inspire their students to embrace both the art and science of nursing. These faculty members serve as role models, helping future nurses deliver compassionate, evidence-based care.

Award recipients are recognized during the annual Awards Celebration and receive:

• • A DAISY Award certificate
  • A special DAISY Award pin
  • A Healer’s Touch sculpture
  • A recognition award from Austin Community College

Nominations are accepted from ACC faculty, staff, students, and nursing alumni.

2025
Alison Thompson, Faculty, Nursing

2024
Tenea Harvey, Professor, Professional Nursing

2023
Jenna Laine, Professor, Professional Nursing

2021
Glenda McCombs, Professional Nursing Skills and Clinical Tutor