#IamKentNursing https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Preparing for a Future in Nursing and Mental Healthcare Mother of 8 Pursues Nursing Dream Through RN-to-BSN Program “Kent State’s Clinical Nurse Specialist program has given me the tools to implement change.” Following Family Emergency, Nursing Emerges as Path for BSN Student Kent State’s BSN Program Teaches Students Life Lessons Alongside Nursing Skills “Kent State is home to me.” Alumnus Returns to Pursue Master’s Degree in Nursing Administration & Health Systems Leadership Desire to Teach Next Generation of Nurses Inspired Alumna to Obtain Nurse Educator Degree Advanced Degree Helps Alumna Create Lasting Relationships with Patients “If you have a goal in mind related to advancing your nursing education, you can make it happen at Kent State.” Kent State’s Online Clinical Nurse Specialist master’s concentration convenient and supportive for working mother of three Alumna Combines Passion for Nursing and Teaching with Nurse Educator Master’s Degree Advanced Degree Provides Alumna Opportunity to see her direct impact on the lives of patients by delivering in-depth and comprehensive care Kent State prepared me for my BSN; I had full confidence it was the right choice for my Graduate Degree too! Kent State’s Reputation for providing Excellent and Well-rounded Education, Draws Alumna Back for Graduate School Empowering the Next Generation: Meet Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Coordinator Heather Weil Three-time Alumna Becomes a Nurse to Continue Family Legacy of Serving Humanity Eva Resek Gains Meaningful Experience Supporting Individuals with Down Syndrome Through PALS Program  Faculty Spotlight: Cindy Wilk, Ph.D. APRN-CNS, CCRN, CNE From Alumna to Concentration Coordinator: Meet Dr. Denise Pacholski Rough Start in Life Inspires Kent State Student to Become Nurse Focus on What’s Ahead Forge Your Own Path Do Not Let Anyone Define Your Future Rise Above the Challenges Kent State’s 100% Online RN-to-BSN Program Enhanced My Current Nursing Practice Dreams to advance Her Career and a Passion for Knowledge Inspired Alumna to Earn RN-to-BSN Degree from Kent State University ‘Thank you, Kent State University College of Nursing, for believing in me.’   Kent State Nursing Student Experiences Increased Sense of Personal Accomplishment and Tenacity through BSN Program Advanced Degree Provides Better Life for My Family Jachimike Peter-Afunanya Advocates for Nursing Students as USG Senator Faculty Spotlight: Louise Knox, DNP, RN, FNP-BC From the Hospital to the House: Kent State Nursing Students Step into Policy  Faculty Feature: Tina Saunders, Ph.D., RN, CNE, GCNS-BC Three-Time Kent State Nursing Alumna Named Women’s Health NP Concentration Coordinator Kent Nursing Students Visit Pine Ridge Reservation Akwaaba. Welcome. A Future in Trauma and Cardiac Care: Marquiez Jennings’ Journey in Nursing, Diversity and Leadership London Study Abroad Adventures Working While in a DNP Program: Is It Possible? ‘DNP’ is More Than a Credential “Coming back to Kent State University for my master’s degree was the best decision I could have made!” Clinical Practice to Research: The Pathway of a Nurse Scientist at Kent State The DNP Effect: Advancing Healthcare Policy and Practice Through Research Advocating for Change: How the CNS Role Improves Patient Care Enhancing Nursing Skills through Research and Mentorship at Kent State University Bridging the Gap: How Nurses Can Influence Policy and Improve Healthcare Outcomes Interdisciplinary Teams Are Key to Effective Healthcare Policy Kent State Nursing Student Builds Community While Earning Degree Home Remembering Founding Dean Linnea E. Henderson