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Bobbi Jean Perdue
BSN 1970 - Distinguished Alumna
Recognized for her expertise in developing and administering nursing education programs that recruit, retain and graduate students from low income, urban and minority backgrounds. She is the Program Director of Nursing Education at South Carolina State University. In 2006, she received the title of Professor Emeritus from Syracuse University. In recognition of her leadership as the founder of the Educational Opportunity Fund Program in Nursing, Rutgers College of Nursing annually awards a Dr. Bobbie Perdue Urban Spirit Award to a community champion.