Message from the President
Larry Slater, PhD, RN-BC, CNE, FAAN
It's hard to believe the summer is winding down, but what a hot summer it was! For those who were attending classes this summer, I hope that you took some time for yourselves, to enjoy the weather and spend quality time with family and friends. For those who are about to return to school, I trust the summer was a time of great reflection and relaxation, and that you are refreshed and ready to continue your nursing education journey.
As we embark on a new academic year, I am always drawn to my thoughts when I was in nursing school. First there were the academic questions - What is this year going to look like? How hard are my classes going to be? What clinicals will I like, or, perhaps, not like? Then there were the "life" questions - How am I paying for school? Am I going to have to get a job? Are there any scholarship opportunities available to me? Will I ever have some time to myself before the end of the semester? These are just some of the questions that I had, and I am sure that you have them too.
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As you cherish the fruits of your hard work, we hope for your continued success in all your future endeavors. Congratulations to the Class of 2024!
FNSNA extends our best wishes in this next chapter of your nursing journey!
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Receiving a scholarship from The Foundation of the NSNA can be a life altering experience allowing student nurses to achieve their dreams of entering the nursing profession. Here we reconnect with a previous scholar and see how receiving a scholarship impacted their nursing education and career as a nurse.
Catch up with Michel below!
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Michel Matlock
The scholarship allowed me to focus on my education, rather than the stress of how to pay for my last semester. With this release of pressure, I was able to maintain my nursing GPA, graduating with a 3.9 nursing GPA.
My work ethic was rewarded and I was acknowledged by the Sam Houston State University School of Nursing Faculty and Staff. I was awarded the David Payne Leadership Award at graduation in December 2023.
The award of this scholarship encouraged me in a time of need and I decided to apply to a perioperative internship offered at my university. I was accepted into the program and through my dedication and hard work I was offered a full-time position for my dream job as an Operating Room Nurse.
I recently passed my NCLEX and am scheduled to begin my New Graduate Residency Program in February in the Operating Room at St. Luke's The Woodlands Hospital in The Woodlands, Texas.
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Trustee
Deborah Lewis
DNP, MSN, PHN, RN
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Trustee
Michael Bleich
PHD, RN, NEA-BC, FNAP, FAAN
President & CEO
NurseDynamics, LLC
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Trustee
Bianca Green
BSN, RN
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Clinical Research Lead
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
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Trustee
Hershaw Davis, Jr.
DNP, MBA, RN
Clinical Faculty
University of Maryland School of Nursing
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Board Members Appointed To New Positions | |
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Vice President
Dr. Shirley Quarles
EdD, RN, FAAN
(COL, USAR, RET)
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Secretary
Barbara Ward
MPA, BSN
CEO, Ward and Associates LLC
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National Wellness Month focuses on self-care, managing stress and promoting healthy routines. Research has shown that self-care helps manage stress and promote happiness. As the new school year approaches, let's amplify the message of healthy living and habits to set ourselves up for success!
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NCLEX High Yield's dedication to nursing education is inspiring. By supporting student nurses to strengthen their education, NCLEX High Yield is investing in the future of the nursing profession! FNSNA is overjoyed to welcome NCLEX High Yield to our esteemed family of scholarship sponsors.
Thank You NCLEX High Yield for Supporting the Most Trusted Profession!
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Mark your calendars!
Only 1 month away until the 2025-2026 Scholarship Application goes live on September 9th!
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Attention Faculty Advisors and School Presidents! FNSNA’s Leadership Development Grants Program Application will be available in 1 month on September 6th.
Sponsored by: Dr. Marilyn Bagwell and
3M™ Littmann® Stethoscopes
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Becoming an NSNA member has immense benefits to help you succeed along your nursing journey! Membership benefits include a subscription to Imprint, the professional magazine for student nurses, NSNA Leadership University Honor Society, professional development and leadership opportunities, free access to establish your very own Professional Portfolio, discounts on various products and services of interest to nursing students, scholarship opportunities and much more!
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Cassandra Hardy
Baker College
Owosso, MI
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“Receiving a scholarship from the FNSNA will greatly influence my personal and academic pursuits in nursing. Financial support has eased the tuition burden, allowing me to focus more on my studies and clinical experiences..." | |
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Kendrick Trahan
University of St. Thomas
Carol and Odis Peavy School of Nursing
Houston, TX
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Chelsea Strom
University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing
Omaha, NE
| "I would like to start this letter off by expressing my sincere gratitude to the Foundation of the NSNA Scholarship Selection Committee and anyone else involved in granting me this scholarship. I am overjoyed and extremely grateful. I hope you all know this means so much to me. This scholarship has impacted me, my family, and my nursing education in many ways..." | |
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Anna Kulikowski,
New York University
Rory Meyers College of Nursing
New York, NY
| “Receiving the scholarship from the FNSNA has relieved the financial burden of pursuing my nursing education, allowing me to focus on my studies and future career aspirations. I am particularly touched by the support of the scholarship and FNSNA organization, which has inspired me to follow a similar path in giving back to the community and supporting future generations of nursing students..." | |
Thank you to our generous sponsors who continue to support nursing students get one step closer to achieving their dreams! | |
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You can help nursing students achieve their dreams while supporting the future of the nursing profession by becoming a scholarship sponsor through the FNSNA. The US is in a serious shortage of registered nurses and funding is needed now more than ever to help students graduate on time and enter the nursing workforce. Please help us to ensure that nurses will be there when you need them, by sponsoring a scholarship.
To speak with a representative about scholarship sponsorship contact:
Lauren Sperle, FNSNA Specialist
718-210-0705
fnsna@forevernursing.org
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The NSNA logo apparel shop has a 30% site wide sale from August 20th to September 24th! Be sure to check out the shop to grab some official NSNA merchandise! T-shirts, hoodies, tote bags and much more! | |
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Join us for NSNA's 42nd MidYear Conference - October 31-November 3, 2024 in Louisville, KY. You can take part in a live NCLEX-RN Review; panels with multiple nursing specialties; exhibits; workshops; and networking with students across the USA.
Online registration is now open!
Take advantage of early bird rates until September 30, 2024!
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For more information about the FNSNA visit our website and social media pages! | |
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Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association, Inc.
45 Main Street, Suite 606
Brooklyn, NY 12201
718.210.0705
fnsna@forevernursing.org
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