03/09/2026
We recently celebrated the remarkable careers and lasting legacies of Dr. John Maye and Dr. Alicia Rossiter as they began their well-earned retirements from the USF College of Nursing.
Throughout their distinguished careers, Dr. Maye and Dr. Rossiter demonstrated an unwavering commitment to service, leadership, mentorship and innovation. Both nationally recognized leaders in military and veteran health, they advanced nursing education, research, practice and policy while creating meaningful opportunities for students, faculty and colleagues.
Dr. Maye’s more than three decades of distinguished service in the United States Navy, groundbreaking contributions to military nursing research and leadership in pain management and interprofessional education reflect a career dedicated to improving the lives of others. His influence extends across nursing, medicine and research, leaving a strong foundation for future generations.
Dr. Rossiter’s leadership, scholarship and advocacy have helped strengthen military and veteran health while expanding educational pathways for countless students. She led with both strength and kindness, ensuring that those around her felt valued, supported and inspired to grow.
Their greatest legacy can be found in the lives they have touched, from the students they guided and colleagues they mentored to the service members, veterans and patients who benefited from their work.
Please join us in thanking Dr. Maye and Dr. Rossiter for their extraordinary contributions to the USF College of Nursing, the university and the nursing profession. We wish them both good health, happiness and many new adventures in retirement. Their impact will continue to be felt for years to come.
