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Foundation Focus Newsletter
March/April Issue 2024
SPRING IS HERE!
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Message from the President
Larry Slater, PhD, RN-BC, CNE, FAAN
Spring is always such a wonderful time of year. As the days get longer, we begin to enjoy the sun well into the evening. Trees will soon be covered in new leaves and flowers will be in full bloom. In the spring we experience “all things new," and at the Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association (FNSNA), we too, have been hard at work on our own version “new."
On Friday, February 23rd, an excellent and committed scholarship selection committee composed of nursing faculty and students met to review applications and award scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year. The FNSNA is proud to announce that over $553,000 in scholarships was awarded to 216 nursing students across the country. This could not have been accomplished without the generous support of our individual and corporate sponsors.
FNSNA is springing into into action with new and exciting partnerships that will provide even more opportunities to increase our student support in the coming years. So be on the lookout for future announcements about these incredible new relationships.
The FNSNA is excited for NSNA’s biggest event of the year, its 72nd Annual Convention in Lake Buena Vista, FL. The Scholarship Sponsor and Recipient meet and greet reception will take place on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 prior to the the convention kick off - NSNA's Opening Ceremony. I have the distinct privilege of recognizing scholarship sponsors, scholars, and the FNSNA leadership development awards. Additionally, the exciting FNSNA LIVE auction, and the FNSNA Annual Convention Challenge in the House of Delegates will also take place during our time together in Florida.
Finally, after almost four years, the Forever Nursing Fun Run is back! Our sincere thanks to Sigma for exclusively sponsoring this event that promotes health and wellness within the nursing community and helps to raise much needed funds for nursing students. If you see any of the FNSNA Trustees at the convention, please do stop us to say hello!
I wish you all a wonderful season as we spring forward with the NSNA and FNSNA!
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We celebrate Women's History Month in March to highlight the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. | |
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For over 50 years, the Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association has awarded over $11 million in scholarships to more than 5,000 undergraduate nursing students. The scholarship selection committee met at the FNSNA headquarters in Brooklyn, NY to select the 2024-2025 scholars.
Our sincere thanks to the 2024 scholarship selection committee
pictured below:
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Standing Left to Right:
Dr. Gladys Vallespir-Ellett, Faculty, Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT
Dr. Carol Toussie-Weingarten, Faculty, M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing, Villanova University, Villanova, PA
Dr. Lorraine Emeghebo, Faculty, The Barbara Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Dr. Geraldine Moore, Faculty, The Barbara Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Sabine Victome, Faculty, Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY
Margaret Mullarkey, Faculty, The Barbara Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Sitting Left to Right:
Isabella Galasso, Nursing Student, M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing, Villanova University, Villanova, PA
Morgan Cusumano, Nursing Student, The Barbara Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Darlene James, Nursing Student, M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing, Villanova University, Villanova, PA
Demitra Cascio, Nursing Student, The Barbara Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Amen Toppa, Nursing Student, The Barbara Hagan School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
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The Foundation of the NSNA would like to thank all of the applicants who applied for the 2024-2025 Undergraduate Scholarship Application!
All applicants were notified of a decision on March 15th.
Please be sure to check your email.
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Where are They Now?
Scholars Stay Connected
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Alivia Bradford, BSN, RN
Specialty: Surgical / Oncology
UW Health
Rockford, IL
Shell Family Nursing Scholar
This scholarship helped me to focus less on my financial stressors and more on gaining the knowledge and experience needed to become the best nurse possible. Throughout my last semester of nursing school, I had the ability to take part in an internship on a medical unit that helped me grow with prioritization, time management, and other nursing skills. I was also able to maintain my grades and successfully graduate with a 4.0 GPA while also remaining involved on campus. This helped me understand how to become a leader in my cohort, and in my future as a nurse as well.
As of now, I've just passed my NCLEX and received my license. I will be starting on night shift as a Surgical/Oncology nurse at UW Health in Rockford, IL.
During my first year as a nurse, my main focus is growing comfortable with my surroundings and continuing to expand my knowledge by learning as much as possible. Since the hospital I am working for is Magnet, I would eventually love to pursue research opportunities on my unit and attend different conferences as well to aid in making an impact on the unit I work on.
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Scholarships Change Lives! | |
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Vivian Ukor
Rutgers University
Irvington, NJ
This scholarship has brought me a step closer to achieving my dream as a Registered Nurse. This creates an opportunity to care for people especially the underserved community.
This scholarship not only brings about my success as a student, I believe it adds on to the value in the society; providing nurses to help mitigate the nursing shortage.
I appreciate the sponsor of this scholarship. Thank you for creating the kindness to building a better society.
Johnson & Johnson
Our Race to Health Equity Diversity Nursing Scholar
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Sophia Beers
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA
I am beyond thankful to be selected as a recipient for this scholarship and am appreciative of your support for my education. I am a nursing student at Georgia Gwinnett College with a passion for helping people.
Upon graduation I hope to work with mothers and babies as a registered nurse. This has been my dream for as long as I can remember and now, I am closer than ever to fulfilling it.
As I enter my fourth and final semester of nursing school, this scholarship will reduce the financial burden of completing my degree and help me pay for tuition, allowing me to concentrate more of my energy on learning and being an active member of GGC’s nursing program.
Thank you for making this scholarship possible. It will bring me another step closer to completing my education and achieving my dreams. I hope that one day I will be able to help students achieve their dreams just as you have helped me.
Scholar of the
Helene Fuld Health Trust Scholarship for Baccalaureate Nursing Students
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A Special Thank You To
Our Generous Sponsors!
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For over 30 years, the American Nephrology Nurses Association has collaborated with the FNSNA in support of nursing education, helping to make student nurses dreams become a reality. Their dedication to the future of the nursing profession is inspiring to so many! The American Nephrology Nurses Association has awarded over $39,000 in funding to thirty-three scholars. Thank you ANNA for your continued support. | |
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Eileen Bowden, RN Memorial Scholarship
Established by: Dr. Kenneth Dion and Tom Grant
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The Eileen Bowden, RN Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Eileen Bowden who worked as a school nurse in Santa Clara, California. When called to save the life of her colleague, she sprang into action immediately. She proved through her actions that nursing was not only a career but a calling.
Today, her legacy lives on in this memorial endowment to support nursing students interested in serving their communities. Since 2014, over $18,000 in scholarships were awarded to ten nursing students with a passion for community health.
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The Emergency Nurses Association's long standing commitment to support nursing students with a focus in emergency nursing is admirable. For 23 years, the Emergency Nurses Association has generously awarded over $30,000 in funding to twenty-three scholars across the country.
We are delighted to have ENA as a prestigious and dedicated sponsor of the
FNSNA Undergraduate Scholarship Program.
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The Rosa and Lemiel Black Memorial Scholarship
Established by: Dr. Deborah Lewis
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The Rosa & Lemiel Black Memorial Scholarship Endowment was established by Dr. Deborah Lewis in honor of her grandparents, Rosa & Lemiel Black. Dr. Lewis's grandparents passionately believed in the importance of education. Mr. and Mrs. Black committed their lives to educating their children while aiming to provide a better life for future generations to come. The FNSNA sincerely thanks Dr. Deborah Lewis for establishing this endowment honoring her grandparents mission to support nursing education. Since 2023, The Rosa & Lemiel Black Memorial Scholarship Endowment has awarded two deserving scholars totaling $3,000 in funding. | |
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Join Our Scholarship Philanthropy Family
Keep the pulse of the nursing profession strong!
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As the patients needing care exceeds the number of nurses, funding is urgently needed to assist that nursing students graduate on time and enter the nursing workforce.
The shortage impacts not only the lives of nursing students nationwide, but also the quality of care patients receive. Please help us ensure that nurses will be there when you need a nurse by sponsoring a scholarship.
To speak with an FNSNA representative about scholarship sponsorship, send an email to fnsna@forevernursing.org or
call 718-210-0705 for Lauren Sperle, FNSNA Specialist.
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NSNA Convention is Approaching! | |
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Join the excitement and participate in live bidding at the FNSNA: Making Dreams Come True LIVE Auction! The auction takes place on Friday, April 5, 2024, in the Exhibit Hall where you can bid on exclusive items of interest to you. This year the auction block is going to be on fire with stethoscopes, NCLEX review books, nursing memorabilia, online access to nursing review tools and much more! Your school chapter can add to the excitement by donating an item to be placed on the auction block. All donations may be dropped off at the convention office located in Coronado MN no later than noon on Thursday, April 4, 2024.
If you need further information or would like suggestions on what you/your school can donate to the auction, please contact Lauren Sperle, FNSNA Specialist at Lauren@nsna.org today!
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Forever Nursing
5K Fun Run/1K Walk
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Race Start: 7:00 AM
Route: Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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As NSNA’s 72nd Annual Convention concludes, convention attendees can do their part to support the FNSNA undergraduate scholarship program by running/walking for a good cause! The Forever Nursing 5K Run/1K Walk takes place on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 7am at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. This event promotes health and wellness in the nursing community while raising funds to support the FNSNA undergraduate scholarship program. Our sincere thanks to Sigma – the exclusive sponsor for this event!
For more information on being a Fun Run sponsor contact:
Jasmine Melendez, Scholarships and Grants Administrator
at Jasmine@nsna.org today!
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Annual Convention Challenge | |
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Get ready for one of the most exciting fundraisers in NSNA history! On Saturday, April 6, 2024, during a break in the House of Delegates, the FNSNA will hold the Annual Convention Challenge. This challenge is open to all convention attendees who want to do their part to support the future of the nursing profession. Students and faculty challenge each other to raise money for the FNSNA undergraduate scholarship program. No donation is too small – even loose change will be accepted in the famous HAT!
When you participate in this fundraiser, you leave a legacy for future nursing students just like you. Support the future of the nursing profession!
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Grab Your Limited Edition NSNA 72nd Annual Convention Gear to Show Off Your NSNA Spirt! | |
NSNA has launched a logo apparel and accessory shop. Purchase your gear and accessories today as a keepsake of one of the most memorable experiences of your life! Not only can you find T-Shirts and Hoodies, also available are sweatpants, tote bags, drinkware, and much more. Be sure to purchase tour exclusive NSNA Convention gear by visiting our new logo apparel shop today! | |
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Now through March 26th the NSNA official store is having a
SPRING SALE of 25% off!
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Be ahead of the game and purchase NSNA's exclusive graduation regalia now!
Not graduating yet? Purchase NSNA logo apparel and other items to use as gifts for your membership recruitment drives next semester, or simply to recognize outstanding commitment to leadership and involvement in your SNA.
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Contributions to the Foundation of the NSNA are tax deductible.
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Thank you for your supporting the most trusted profession!
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The Foundation of National Student Nurses' Association, Inc.
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