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Chamberlain and the DAISY Foundation

As the Founding Educational Partner of The DAISY Foundation, we celebrate the courage, compassion, and achievements of the nursing community with scholarships for those who qualify, and through DAISY awards and recognition.

What Is The DAISY Foundation?

Founded in 1999 by J. Patrick Barnes’ family, the DAISY Foundation celebrates outstanding nurses. Patrick passed away at 33 from complications of an autoimmune disease, and his family was touched by the care he received during his eight-week hospitalization. They created The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Foundation to honor his legacy and thank nurses who show exceptional skill, kindness and compassion in their work.

A Partnership Unlike Any Other

Chamberlain University and The DAISY Foundation have worked together for more than 10 years to support and uplift nurses through scholarships, research and specialized courses.

  • The Daisy Awards
    The DAISY Awards recognize exceptional students, faculty members and Practice Ready. Specialty Focused™ program preceptors. Chamberlain University offers scholarships to registered nurses who have won a DAISY Award.
  • Journey to Extraordinary Compassionate Care 
    Chamberlain University and The DAISY Foundation have partnered to create a unique professional development course that helps nurses build compassionate relationships with both patients and colleagues. 
  • Nursing Advancement
    Chamberlain and The DAISY Foundation collaborate on nursing research to tackle the challenges nurses face in the workforce.

Celebrate Our Community

The DAISY Awards provide an opportunity for our entire nursing community to recognize the outstanding achievements of their peers.

Chamberlain accepts awards nominations throughout the year from students, faculty, colleagues, patients, patients’ families, preceptors and clinical partners. Any nominations received after December 31 will be considered for the following award year.

Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized?

Nominate a Chamberlain Faculty Member
Nominate a Chamberlain Student