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April 2024
Hello, Gator Nursing Nation! This past week, representatives from UFSNA attended the National Student Nursing Association Convention in Orlando, Florida. We were afforded the opportunity to attend panels, network with nursing leaders and extend our clinical skills through simulations. This experience was invaluable, allowing us students to feel a sense of camaraderie and excitement for the future of the nursing profession. We would like to thank the College of Nursing for making this all possible. Go Gators! Morgan Luff UF Student Nursing Association (UFSNA) President
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Nurses Leading Change News
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Do you want to get involved in Nurses Leading Change? Please scan the GroupMe QR code or click here for the GroupMe. Click here to fill out an application.
NLC has a variety of committees, including outreach, platform, freedom writers, health education and the policy and law-making committees.
These committees are a great way to become involved in both our club and the community!
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NLC March GBM
The NLC March General Body Meeting featured guest speaker Abigail Islam. A recent Gator Nurse alum, Islam chatted via Zoom about her experiences as a new grad working as a labor and delivery nurse.
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Want to Serve on the NLC Executive Board?
NLC Executive Board applications are now open! Please click the button below to fill out the form if you are interested. Deadline for applications is April 19.
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UFSNA News
Recently, a group from the University of Florida Student Nursing Association attended the National SNA Convention in Orlando. Check out some of the photos from the event.
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Congrats Luke!
Luke Han, an ABSN student and Gator Nurse Student Ambassador, received a Johnson & Johnson Scholarship Award for his commitment to nursing excellence. He was recognized at the National Student Nursing Association Convention in Orlando.
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UFSNA April GBM
The UFSNA April General Body Meeting was held on April 10 via Zoom. Jeremy Lightner, a U.S. Navy Medical recruiter, joined the meeting and shared invaluable insights from his nursing journey. He discussed an array of benefits available with the Navy.
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Close Strong
As we come to the end of our first year in nursing school or look ahead to the exciting journey for our new graduates, let's stay focused and finish strong. Together, as strong nurses, we can care, lead and inspire! Warm regards, Leslie Ladino-Perez, UF Student Nursing Association (UFSNA) Vice President
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Calendar
April 19-23: Undergraduate Research Week April 27-May 3: Exams May 3: UF Commencement May 4: Life After College Day (Graduates only) May 6-12: National Nurses Week
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Three Gator Nursing Students Selected as Scholars
Nursing students Melody Marino, Nicholas Moyer (pictured) and Chineme Churuba were recently selected as UF Scholars. As such, they will work with nursing faculty on a research project. The scholars program introduces undergraduate students to academic research review applications. Students from all disciplines are selected through a competitive process to participate in this program.
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Student Forum with the Dean
On April 5, Dean Shakira Henderson held a hybrid in-person and virtual student forum with undergraduate students. The students came prepared with dozens of questions. Thank you to everyone who participated.
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Sigma Student Interns Recognized
Samantha Koschmerl and Brison Stevens were recognized recently for being the inaugural participants in the Sigma Theta Tau International: Alpha Theta Chapter Student Internship Program. Toni Lindsey and Dean Henderson were on hand to honor the duo during the undergraduate student forum on Friday.
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Bike Rodeo Roundup
Several nursing students participated in the 2024 UF Health Bike Rodeo & Health Fair. The annual event was held at the UF Health Shands Professional Park on Saturday. The event was focused on safety education for school-aged children in the community.
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If you have information for The HeartBeat newsletter, send it to one of the College of Nursing's student organizations!Nurses Leading Change: Jessica Edelmann, secretary University of Florida Student Nursing Association: Leslie Ladino-Perez, vice president
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