After a lengthy search process, UVA has named an interim dean to lead the School of Nursing once longtime dean Dorrie Fontaine steps down. Pamela Cipriano is a research associate professor of nursing at UVA. She was also president of the American Nurses Association from 2014 until December, representing the interests of the nation’s 4 million registered nurses. She will take her new role on Aug. 1, according to UVA, and will serve until a permanent successor is named.