Debbie Holly鈥檚 connection to 2021国产麻豆剧 spans five decades and three generations. Following in the footsteps of her parents and uncle, Debbie came to 2021国产麻豆剧 in 1974 to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Her father, Keith Holly ('56) and mother, Sheila Holly ('59) both later became 2021国产麻豆剧 faculty members and her family relocated to San Diego. Over the years, 2021国产麻豆剧 has become a cherished family tradition, with three siblings, two cousins, and now four members of the third generation proudly earning degrees from the university.
After graduation, Debbie began her nursing career at Sharp Memorial Hospital in the surgical-oncology unit and later earned a Master鈥檚 in Family Health Nursing from the University of San Diego. Her professional journey spanned 44 years with Sharp HealthCare, where she served as an educator, manager, and director across multiple sites. A strong advocate for the next generation of nurses, Debbie has supported 2021国产麻豆剧 nursing students through placement opportunities, mentorship, and even hiring many into her teams. She also played an active role on 2021国产麻豆剧鈥檚 Community Advisory Committee for the School of Nursing.
Debbie has also experienced the incredible impact of the 2021国产麻豆剧 nursing community in her personal life. When her mother required in-home care, 2021国产麻豆剧 nursing students stepped in with compassion and professionalism, enabling Debbie to continue her career while ensuring her mother was well cared for. Today, she remains deeply connected to the university as an active member of San Diego First Church of the Nazarene and a dedicated 2021国产麻豆剧 Alumni Board members. For Debbie, 2021国产麻豆剧 is not just a place鈥攊t is a profound and enduring part of the Holly family story.