Lori puts extreme care and attention into her plans and preparation for lab and simulation. She ensures that all students can learn and grow as future nurses by providing and facilitating an amazing learning environment. It is evident that Lori cares deeply about our students' learning and academic experience. *** Lori's dedication and vision for the lab and for simulation has given near lifelike opportunities to all levels of the nursing students at Purdue Global. *** Lori demonstrates dedication and resilience. She is constantly improving on opportunities for learning through simulations and lab. She has exceptional commitment to helping the students understand concepts of nursing. Her drive and dedication are an inspiration. *** When I ask my Advisee's for feedback on how everything is going - almost everyone that has taken lab with Lori says she is an exceptional, hands on teacher that understands the different needs of each student and does everything she can to make sure everyone understands the material. Lori is an exemplary instructor and deserves this award for always putting students first and teaching nurses who make a difference, she is such an advocate for our students!