Belen Dizon Nora (October 21, 1934 – May 8, 2019) was charged in 1971 to found a nursing program at Floyd Junior College. After 28 years of service, she retired in 1999 leaving a permanent imprint on the institution and community not only by her work in founding the program, but also her dedication and passion for her discipline. Georgia Highlands College continues to remember her devotion to students and her instrumental role in developing the nursing program. Her impact is cemented in GHC history and her legacy will continue to be celebrated