Carol Chrisman grew up in Ashland County and had a great love for her community. She was very proud of her profession of nursing and ultimately became the Dean of the School of Nursing at Ashland University.

She was particularly interested in public/community health nursing, but also wanted to encourage Ashland County nurses and students to continue their education toward a baccalaureate, masters, or doctoral degree.

A scholarship created in memory of Chrisman helps local nurses and nursing students attend Ashland University to acquire any nursing degree available beyond the RN.