Rebecca earned her associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in nursing from Mississippi University for Women in Columbus. She also received her master’s degree and training as a family nurse practitioner from MUW. Rebecca says she chose health care because she enjoys helping others. “I have always loved being challenged,” she said. “I knew I would be in a profession that involved service to others. She is married to Doug Stanford and has one son. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling and drag racing. Favorite quote: You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make. – Jane Goodall