Youngstown State University (YSU)âs nursing department is getting a new name â the James and Coralie Centofanti School of Nursing.
âWith this naming, James and Coralie Centofantiâs hard work and generosity will live for generations through the countless students who come to YSU to pursue their dreams of a career in Nursing,â YSU President Jim Tressel said. âThe naming is particularly noteworthy at this moment as we have all come to realize and better appreciate the vital importance and the tremendous dedication of frontline healthcare workers.â
The Centofanti Charitable Foundation has pledged $1 million to support the nursing school and to establish a scholarship for minority nursing students.