Congratulations to Dr. Wanda Thruston who has received the 2025 Indiana Nurses of Influence Award by the Indiana Nurses Foundation (INF).  This award recognizes Indiana nurses who have shown exceptional leadership and care, specifically in three categories: Emerging Leader, Nursing Educator, and Top Nurse of Influence. The recognition highlights Dr. Thruston's dedication and innovative approaches in the nursing field, particularly through her extensive experience in maternal and child health and her focus on implementing evidence-based practices and addressing trauma in school settings. Dr. Thruston's career spans four decades and includes various roles like clinician, administrator, educator, and advocate.