NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Congratulations to Dr. Denise Dandridge on completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with the summer Class of 2020!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Ilene J. Thompson

Ilene was born in Arizona and raised in Navajo, New Mexico where she graduated from Navajo Pine High School, Class of 1999.

She obtained an Associate of Arts degree in German Studies in 2013, while stationed in Germany with her husband. Then, she obtained her Associate of Science degree in Nursing in 2018 from Northwestern State University. Ilene is now also a graduate of the Bachelor of Science degree program at NSU in Nursing with the summer Class of 2020.

Currently, Ilene is working in the Progressive Care Unit in Killeen, Texas. She plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in Nursing in the future with a Nursing Informatics concentration.

Her message to family and friends: "I would like to thank my family, friends, and colleagues for supporting me through the years. I am grateful and very blessed to have you in my life and for your continuing support. I will continue with my academic studies so that I can be the best nurse that I can be. Thank you, again for your infinite amount of support and love."

CONGRATULATION Ilene!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Dr. Leah Pearce

Dr. Pearce was born in Alexandria, Louisiana. She has obtained the following degrees: a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Louisiana College, a Master of Science degree in Nursing from Northwestern State University, and now a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from NSU. In the future, she plans to continue her position at NSU as an Associate Professor of Nursing.

CONGRATULATIONS Dr. Leah Pearce!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Samantha Lyons

Samantha was born and raised in Crowley, Louisiana where she graduated from Notre Dame High School, Class of 2014.

She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Centenary College of Louisiana in 2018, and has just completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Northwestern State University with the summer class of 2020.

Samantha has accepted a full- time position in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Lourdes Women's and Children's Hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana. She plans to eventually earn her Master of Science in nursing degree with a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner concentration, and then pursue her doctorate in the same field.

Message for family & friends: There would never be enough "thank yous" to my Mom for the countless phone calls and constant reassurance, to my sisters for always being there for me and lifting me up, to my Oma for her continuous love and always reminding me to keep God close and everything will work out, and to my Dad and Cody for always supporting and telling me I am capable of anything I put my mind to.

Thank you to my nursing school friends that have now become family for putting up with me being the biggest procrastinator of all time, and loving me anyways!

Huge thank you to Jordan, Kayla, Cathy, Bailey, Gabbie, Sarah, and Sam for always encouraging me, and just being the best best friends a girl could ask for.

And a huge thank you to all of the faculty and staff at Northwestern for being amazing educators, especially Mrs. Diana Hill and Mrs. Patti Akins for strengthening my love for nursing and helping me see that I am on the right path.

CONGRATULATIONS Samantha!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Please join us for our very first virtual pinning ceremony tomorrow morning at 10AM on Facebook as we celebrate our Spring 2020 & Summer 2020 Nursing graduates!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Somer Eura Stratton

Somer was born in Shreveport, LA and raised in Benton, LA. She graduated from Benton High School, class of 1999.

She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing this summer with a minor in Psychology. Somer has accepted a position at Willis-Knighton South on the Postpartum/Nursery unit. In the future, she plans to return to Northwestern to complete the Master of Science in Nursing program to become a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner. Once achieved, her ultimate goal is to obtain a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.

Somer's message: First and foremost, I give thanks to God for His love and countless blessings. To my parents, Jerry and Lauren: the first, and one of the greatest blessings that I received from the Lord was you. Your unconditional love, faith, support, and guidance has enabled me to reach my goals and has shown me the true meaning of compassion. There are no words that can express the love and gratitude I have for you both. To my precious sons: thank you for your patience and encouragement, you will always be my greatest achievement. Jonah, my dear, I could not have gotten here without you. Your sacrifice means more to me than you'll ever know. To my amazing professors and instructors: I am so grateful for your guidance and support. Each of you are outstanding educators and nurses and have been invaluable to my success. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

CONGRATULATIONS Somer!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Jenna Wade

Jenna was born and raised in Alexandria, Louisiana where she graduated from Bolton High School, Class of 2015.

She has recently completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University with the summer Class of 2020. After graduation, Jenna plans to work as a Trauma nurse at Rapides Regional Medical Center.

Her message to family and friends: Jenna would like to thank each and every person who has encouraged, supported, and helped her through her nursing journey, including her family, classmates, teachers and coworkers at CLSH.

CONGRATULATIONS Jenna!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Michael Dupre

Michael was born and raised in Bentley, La where he graduated from being homeschooled, Class of 2017. He has now obtained a Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing with the summer Class of 2020. Michael plans to work as a pediatric nurse at Rapides Regional Medical Center after graduation.

His message to family and friends: I want to thank my Mom for being there for me through all of my school and instilling the discipline I needed to succeed. I also want to thank the lifelong friends I made in this program; I could not have done it without them.

CONGRATULATIONS Michael!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Rebecca Katherine Glorioso

Rebecca was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana where she graduated from Loyola College Prep, Class of 2010.

She has obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Radiologic Sciences from Northwestern State University and has now completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at NSU with the summer Class of 2020.

Rebecca has accepted a job in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Ochsner LSU Health. In the future, she wishes to pursue a Doctor of Nursing Practice with an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner concentration.

Rebecca’s message to family and friends: To Dad, Mom, Gabrielle, Dosie, family, and friends thank you for your encouragement and continuous support throughout my educational journey.
Thank you, Audie and Layla for your unconditional love and patience.
A special thank you to my inspirational educators that I have had over the past two years - I am forever grateful for your kindness, wisdom, and compassion.

CONGRATULATIONS Rebecca!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Laura Lynn White

Laura was born and raised in Georgetown where she graduated from Georgetown High School, Class of 2017.

She has completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Northwestern State University in Nursing with the summer Class of 2020.

After graduation Laura would like to work in Cardiac Stepdown at Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital. She also plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in Nursing in the future with a focus on education.

Laura’s mesesage: I just want to thank everyone that got me this far. I wouldn’t have been able to do it alone!

CONGRATULATIONS Laura!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Morgan Noel Webb

Morgan was born and raised in Bossier City, La where she graduated from Airline High School, Class of 2012.

She obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Northwestern State University in 2016 and has just completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at NSU with the summer Class of 2020.

Morgan has accepted a full-time position in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit at Ochsner LSU Health along with two of her best friends. She has plans to eventually pursue a career in a Pediatric ICU before becoming a pediatric acute care Nurse Practitioner. She would also love to return to Northwestern to become a nursing educator one day.

Morgan’s message to family and friends: Thanks to God for calling me to such an amazing profession. I could never say enough "thank yous" to my dad, Jimmy and my stepmother, Karyn for the continued support and encouragement. Thank you to the friends and family that supported me; especially the friends that I studied with many hours. Thank you to my boyfriend for the constant support and patience. I'm so thankful for the multiple nurses and teachers who showed me the kind of nurse I want to be.

CONGRATULATIONS Morgan!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Kayla Jana Theus

Kayla was born and raised in Minden, La where she graduated from Minden High School, Class of 2017.

Kayla is a Summer 2020 graduate of the Bachelor of Science degree program in Nursing at Northwestern State University. After graduating, she plans to work as a medical surgical/ transplant post-op nurse at Willis-Knighton Medical Center. Later, she would like to become a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Kayla would like to thank her friends and family for all of their unconditional love, support, and encouragement.

CONGRATULATIONS Kayla!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Chelsey Lynn Ingo

Chelsey was born and raised in Grant, Louisiana where she graduated from Grant High School in 2007.
She has obtained a Diploma in Practical Nursing from CLTCC in Winnfield, Louisiana and she is currently practicing as an LPN. This summer, Chelsey is graduating with her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University.

She is currently working as an LPN on Labor & Delivery at Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital and has accepted a RN position there as well. Chelsey plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in Nursing with a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner concentration in the future.

Message for Chelsey’s family & friends: Thank you to all of my family & friends for the support throughout this journey that I will always remember. I could not have made it this far without each and every one of you especially without GOD along with my three blessings by my side.

CONGRATULATIONS Chelsey!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Shelby Sowers

Shelby was born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana where she graduated from Northwood High School in 2016. She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing this summer at Northwestern State University.

After graduation, Shelby plans to work as an Emergency Room nurse at Ochsner-LSU Health.

Message to family & friends: I would like to thank my family, friends, and instructors for supporting and believing in me as I went through this journey of nursing school. They were always understanding of the hardships that nursing school includes and they always encouraged me to be my best.

CONGRATULATIONS Shelby!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Sacha Vinesh Patel

Sacha was born in Birmingham, England, and raised in Waco, TX where she graduated from Midway High School, Class of 2005.

She has obtained an Associate of General Studies degree from McLennan Community College and a LPN Certification in December 2009. Sacha has also completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University this summer. She plans to continue her position with Willis- Knighton Health System after graduation.

Sacha’s message: I want to thank my family for the endless support during my learning. I greatly appreciate all the physical, emotional, and mental support given to me during this time it has been an intense ride. I could not have done it without them all cheering me on through the blood, sweat, and many tears. Most of all I want to thank my husband for his patience, support, and guidance.

CONGRATULATIONS Sacha!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Dawnya Lopez

Dawnya was born in Lancaster, California and raised in Bossier City, Louisiana. She graduated from Parkway High School with the Class of 2016.

She has obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University this summer.
After graduation Dawnya will be working in the NICU at WK-South. She plans to go back to school and obtain her MSN degree, and then DNP degree to become a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.

Dawnya would like to thank her family (especially her mom and dad) for the support and encouragement to keep going and trust in herself when she didn’t think she could. The sacrifices they have made to make sure she gets to clinical/school or wherever when they had other things as well. She would like to thank the friends she has made during this time in her life that have helped her grow into the person she is becoming.

CONGRATULATIONS Dawnya!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Avery Tharp

Avery was born and raised in Alexandria, LA where she graduated from Holy Savior Menard Central High School, Class of 2015.

Avery has obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at Northwestern State University this summer. Since finishing school, she has moved to Dallas, TX with the goal of finding a job in dermatology or plastic surgery. She plans to pursue her Master of Science degree in Nursing with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration in the future.

Avery’s message to family and friends: Thank you to my family and friends for everything y’all have done for me during nursing school. A HUGE thank you to my mom, dad, and sisters. I could not have done this without y’all. Thank you for constantly supporting me and for always pushing me to do my best. Thank you to my grandmother for constantly sending prayers my way and for always checking on me after every test. Lastly, I would like to thank the lifelong friends I have made during school.

CONGRATULATIONS Avery!!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Kaitlynn Ann Burke

Kaitlynn was born and raised in Hessmer, LA where she graduated from Avoyelles Public Charter High School, Class of 2015. She has completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing this summer and will soon be completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at Northwestern State University.

Kaitlynn has accepted a position in the Family Centered Maternity Care Unit at Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. She also plans to pursue a Master of Science degree in Nursing with a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner concentration at ULL in the future.

Message for family & friends: I never would have made it this far without the love and support of my family, friends, GOD, and my angels above! I love you all so much and thank you so much for all your support.

Way To Go, Kaitlynn!! ... See MoreSee Less

NSULA College of Nursing and School of Allied Health

8 months ago

Celebrating and honoring the Senior Class of 2020!

Chloe Solomon

Chloe was born and raised in Alexandria, LA where she graduated from Pineville High School, Class of 2016. She has now obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing with the summer Class of 2020 at Northwestern State University. Chloe will be starting her nursing career in Labor & Delivery at St. Francis Cabrini Hospital after graduation.

To her family and friends: I could not have made it without the love and support of my family and friends. I can’t thank my Mom and Dad enough. They never let a day go past without me knowing how proud they are of me. A HUGE thank you to my mother, you constantly reminded me of my worth and never let me fall short. Shout out to my baby brother for always pointing out the positives in a negative situation, even when I didn’t want to hear it. Thank you to my grandmother for being a great role model, listening to my endless stories, and of course for all of your advice! Lastly, I’d like to thank the lifelong friends I’ve made in this program.

CONGRATULATIONS Chloe!!! ... See MoreSee Less