Elaine Nicpon Marieb honored with doctoral degree

Elaine Marieb of Sarasota was awarded an honorary doctoral degree by Florida Gulf Coast University on May 1, in recognition of her significant contributions to the education of nursing and healthcare professionals throughout her career, and for her long-term support of FGCU. From left, Ron Toll, FGCU provost and vice president for academic affairs; Elaine Nicpon Marieb, honorary doctoral degree recipient; Mitchell Cordova, dean of the College of Health Professions and Social Work; and Shawn Felton, assistant professor in the College of Health Professions and Social Work and vice chair of the FGCU Board of Trustees.