Q&A with Cassandra Marshall, Director of Nursing at UAlbany

Cassandra Marshall stands in a fenced-in paddock surrounded by four small donkeys and two goats amid golden hour light. Marshall is wearing a dark brown Stetson-style hat, black top and blue jeans. Low brush and forest is blurred in the background.
Marshall tends a variety of livestock on her hobby farm. (Image provided)

By Erin Frick 

ALBANY, N.Y. (July 2, 2024) — In Spring 2024, the University at Albany welcomed Cassandra Marshall to lead the nursing program at the College of Integrated Health Sciences. Marshall comes to UAlbany with deep nursing experience, including direct patient care as well as teaching in clinical and higher education settings. 

Portrait of Marshall against a brown backdrop. Marshall has long wavy brown hair and is smiling, wearing a black top.
Director of Nursing Cassandra Marshall, DNP, RN. (Image provided)

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

In my free time, I love taking care of animals. I grew up on my grandparents' dairy farm, which inspired my love for agriculture. Currently, I manage a small hobby farm where I raise Nubian goats, miniature donkeys, babydoll sheep, chickens and ducks. Additionally, I tend to a greenhouse and garden, cultivating vegetables and flowers that bring joy to my family.

I developed a passion for flowers during my seven years working at a local vegetable farm. I sell vegetables, flowers, eggs and dairy products to our local community from a roadside stand. Besides farming and gardening, I adore being a mom, wife and daughter and I cherish spending time with my family and creating lasting memories together.