Dr. Diane Ream is a nurse educator committed to teaching excellence. Her contributions as an educator and professional nurse are based on her solid foundation of integrity, honesty, and commitment to excellence. In both her professional and personal life, she leads by example on what it means to be a courageous nurse by doing what is right for students, faculty, and the Department of Nursing. Nurses are often faced with ethical dilemmas and making the right choices to uphold our professional code of ethics. Dr. Ream is unwavering in this regard and always leading by example which in turn is an inspiration to us all.