Northwestern State University was the first public institution in Louisiana to establish a baccalaureate program in nursing, welcoming its first students in 1949. The College of Nursing was also the first in the state to offer a masterโs degree in nursing. NSU offers an Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, LPN to ASN, LPN to BSN, RN to BSN program, Master of Science in Nursing and a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Classes are available on Northwestern State campuses in Shreveport, Alexandria, Leesville/Fort Polk and Natchitoches. NSUโs College of Nursing is known throughout the state for graduating highly qualified nurses.
The nursing faculty consists of experienced health care professionals who are dedicated to preparing students to achieve their professional goals as responsible and contributing members of their profession and society. Members of the faculty regularly volunteer their time sharing their expertise and knowledge with organizations and individuals in the community, with many serving as consultants, leaders, and board members as part of their professional responsibilities in the local, state and national arenas.
Undergraduate Studies in Nursing
The undergraduate clinical application deadline for Fall is April 15th
The undergraduate clinical application deadline for Spring is August 15th
The clinical application deadline for the BS to BSN Program Summer Session is February 15th.
The curriculum is constructed to promote career mobility to the baccalaureate nursing educational level. Upon completion of the Program, the graduate is eligible to apply for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
To schedule an academic advising appointment please call the Office of Student Services at 318-677-3015.
ASN Program Graduates’
Success on the Licensure (NCLEX) Examination 2016-2018
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Year (January 1st |
Rates (%) |
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2016 |
93.26 |
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2017 |
97.47 |
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2018 |
95.92 |
ASN Program Students’
Completion Rates 2012-2018
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Year (Cohort) |
Rates (%) |
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2013 |
70 |
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2014 |
75.22 |
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2015 |
78 |
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2016 |
In Progress |
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2017 |
In Progress |
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2018 |
In Progress |
ASN Program
Graduates’ Obtaining a Job 2016-2018
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Year (January 1st -December 31st ) |
Rates (%) |
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2016 |
100 |
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2017 |
100 |
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2018 |
100 |
Accreditation
The ASN program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, Georgia 30326 phone number 404.975.5000 fax number 404.975.5020, www.ACEN.org and approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing, 17373 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810, telephone number 225-755-7500, fax number 225-755-7564, www.lsbn.state.la.us.
ASN Related Documents
A four year professional nursing education program that includes liberal arts education preparing graduates for beginning nursing practice in a wide variety of settings including acute and long term care, community and school health and critical care. After three semesters of academic courses and acceptance into clinical courses, students must complete five semesters of clinical courses on the Shreveport campus or Alexandria Rapides Regional Medical Center Campus.
Baccalaureate prepared nurses have many career opportunities. Graduates of the Program are eligible to take the national licensure examination, NCLEX-RN, after which graduates are qualified for employment in a wide variety of healthcare settings. If desired, graduates of the BSN Program may further their education by earning a masterโs degree, or even a doctoral degree.
To schedule an academic advising appointment please call the Office of Student Services at 318-677-3015.
Accreditation
The Program is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing, 17373 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810, 225-755-7500. The BSN Program is the first program in Louisiana to be accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Northwestern State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750 Washington , DC 20001 P: (202) 887-6791 F: (202) 887-8476
BSN Related Documents
Contact:ย 318-677-3100 for an advising appointment
Accreditation
The Program is approved by theย Louisiana State Board of Nursing, 17373 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810, 225-755-7500. The BSN Program is the first program in Louisiana to be accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Northwestern State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750 Washington , DC 20001 P: (202) 887-6791 F: (202) 887-8476
Accreditation
Northwestern State University College of Nursing and School of Allied Health Continuing Nursing Education Program is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Centerโs Commission on Accreditation. Continuing education activities meet criteria defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Centerโs Commission on Accreditation. One contact hour is sixty minutes of instruction. Requirements for successful completion are accomplished by verifying participation in the entire CNE activity. No partial credit is awarded.
For more information regarding upcoming programs please contact:
NSU College of Nursing & School of Allied Health
Heather Hayter, MSN, RN | Assistant Professor
Continuing Education Coordinator/Lead Nurse Planner
Email: hayterh@nsula.edu
1800 Line Avenue
Shreveport, La 71101
Phone: (318)677.3105 | Fax: (318)677.3127
LPN to ASN Documents
To schedule an academic advising appointment please call the Office of Student Services at 318-677-3015.
LPN to BSN Documents
Contact: ย 318-677-3100
For an individualized degree plan or more information, please contact one of our faculty advisors.
Dr. Ann Deshotels:ย deshotelsa@nsula.edu
Mrs. Heather Hayter:ย hayterh@nsula.edu
Dr. Anna Morris:ย morrisa@nsula.edu
Accreditation
The Program is approved by theย Louisiana State Board of Nursing, 17373 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810, 225-755-7500. The BSN Program is the first program in Louisiana to be accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Northwestern State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750 Washington , DC 20001 P: (202) 887-6791 F: (202) 887-8476
RN to BSN Related Documents
Articulations
Northwestern State University and the following Universities have agreed to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding for articulation with associate degree in nursing programs. The articulations will allow students to complete their Associate Degree in Nursing and transfer their credit hours to Northwestern State University in partial fulfillment of degree requirements for the Bachelors of Science in Nursing.
Articulations
Graduate Studies in Nursing
GRE NO LONGER REQUIRED
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Northwestern State University (NSU), College of Nursing and School of Allied Health in Shreveport, Louisiana provides learning opportunities for registered nurses to build upon baccalaureate nursing education, as well as experiential professional knowledge, attitudes and skills.The MSN program at NSU prepares registered nurses to function and excel in various advanced nursing roles. Graduates of the MSN program are educationally prepared to make significant contributions to the improvement of healthcare and to the advancement of nursing knowledge and practice.
Students can begin courses any semester, but clinical courses only begin in the Fall semester. Students must complete and submit a clinical application prior to June 1st to begin clinical courses in the Fall semester. The clinical application is different than the application to Graduate School, and can be found on this website. To schedule an academic advising appointment or any MSN inquiry with MSN faculty please call (Charla Bumgardner 318-677-3131).
This program provides the student with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing the opportunity to develop advanced knowledge, intellectual skills and clinical competence necessary for the role of the advanced practice nurse. Areas of concentration include:
Nurse Practitioner
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP),
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PCPNP),
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Across the Lifespan (PMHNP)
- Womenโs Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP)
Education
- Adult-Gerontology Nursing
- Maternal, Child, and Family Nursing
Administration
- Adult-Gerontology Nursing
- Maternal, Child, and Family Nursing
* Please note that faculty are unavailable for advising between semesters, so please call to make appointments early. Also, if you are admitted into the graduate school (have submitted all of your paperwork and can register), you should make an advising appointment prior to registering for courses. All students must register for NURG 5000 Orientation during your first semester). During NURG 5000 you will also receive advising. NURG 5000 typically meets on the Shreveport campus during the first Friday of each semester.
Accreditation
The masterโs degree in nursing at Northwestern State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.
MSN Documents
MSN Concentrations
Concentration Curricula
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at Northwestern provides a clinical doctorate for for baccalaureate or masterโs prepared registered nurses who desire to practice at the highest level and significantly impact health care outcomes for vulnerable populations. Graduates of the DNP program have the potential to transform health care by utilizing advanced clinical skills, translating evidence into practice, implementing systems changes, establishing standards and policies, and acting as organizational leaders.
The Goals (Purposes) of NSUโs Doctor of Nursing Practice are:
- Provide advanced practice nurse leaders with expertise, specialized competencies, and advanced knowledge required for evidence-based nursing practice and mastery in an area of specialization within the larger domain of nursing.
- Prepare advanced practice nurse leaders to influence, design, direct and implement change in healthcare practice, education, and policy through the development of collaborative alliances to improve healthcare outcomes and decrease morbidity and mortality in vulnerable populations.
- Develop advanced practice nurse leaders who contribute to nursingโs body of knowledge through professional development and scholarly inquiry into practice, processes, or outcomes which affect morbidity and mortality in vulnerable populations.
The Program Objectives, or Student Learning Outcomes
The DNP Graduate student will:
- Integrate nursing science with knowledge from ethics, biophysical, psychosocial, analytical, and organizational sciences as the foundation for the highest level of nursing practice.
- Critically analyze health care delivery models based on contemporary nursing science and organizational and systems perspectives to eliminate health disparities and promote patient safety and excellence in practice.
- Systematically appraise existing literature, outcomes of practice, practice patterns, systems of care, and health organizations to design and generate best practice evidence to improve practice and health care outcomes.
- Utilize information systems technology to implement and evaluate healthcare resources, quality improvement initiatives, and programs of care that support practice decisions.
- Advocate for health care policy which addresses social justice and equity in all health care settings.
- Employ consultative and leadership skills to function on inter-and intra-professional multidisciplinary teams that work collaboratively to improve vulnerable populationsโ health outcomes.
- Synthesize data relevant to clinical prevention and health promotion for individuals, aggregates, and populations to guide implementation of the highest level of nursing practice.
- Demonstrate advanced practice expertise, specialized knowledge, and expanded responsibility and accountability in the care, management, and evaluation of individuals, families, and communities in a specialty practice area within the domain of nursing.
Accreditation
The Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at Northwestern State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, nurse anesthesia role/population, at Northwestern State University of Louisiana is under capability review by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) (https://www.coacrna.org/ย ), 222 South Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, Illinois 60068-4001, and can be reached at 847.655.1160), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.
The DNP program was deemed eligible for accreditation on June 25, 2020, and the virtual site review by the COA is scheduled for November 9, 2020 โ November 10, 2020. The DNP Program will be reviewed for initial accreditation by the COA, with an accreditation decision expected in May 2021.
DNP PROGRAM INFORMATION
MSN-DNP APPLICATION
The application process for the MSN-DNP program will open January 1, 2021 for the Fall 2021 cohort.
Applications to the Graduate School and the DNP Program, as well as all supporting materials due by May 15.
BSN-DNP APPLICATION
The application process for the BSN-DNP program will open February 1, 2021 for the Spring 2022 cohort.
Applications to the Graduate School and the DNP Program, as well as all supporting documents due by August 1.
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Congratulations, Dr. Donald A. Johnston!!
2020 Excellence in Teaching Award - Dr. Donald Johnston
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NATCHITOCHES โ Five Northwestern State University faculty have been recognized with the 2020 Excellence in Teaching Award. Here is part two in a series of profiles of this yearโs honorees. Name: D...Congratulations Dr. Johnston!!!
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Congratulations to Dr. Denise Dandridge on completing her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with the summer Class of 2020!!
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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!!!
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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.
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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!!!
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Today we will celebrate the Spring and Summer Nursing Class of 2020! Please leave a word of congratulations to our graduates in the comments below.
Graduates: We want to see you wearing your nursing pin! Please share your photos in the comments.
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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!!
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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!!!
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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!!!
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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!!!
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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.
Rebeccaโs 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!!!
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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.
Lauraโs mesesage: I just want to thank everyone that got me this far. I wouldnโt have been able to do it alone!
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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.
Morganโs 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!!
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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!!!
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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 Chelseyโs 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!!!
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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!!!
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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.
Sachaโs 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!!!
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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 didnโt 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!!
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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.
Averyโs message to family and friends: Thank you to my family and friends for everything yโall have done for me during nursing school. A HUGE thank you to my mom, dad, and sisters. I could not have done this without yโall. 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!!!
THATS MY GIRL!! I’m so proud of you!
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Avery Tharp
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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!!
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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 canโt 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 didnโt 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, Iโd like to thank the lifelong friends Iโve made in this program.
CONGRATULATIONS Chloe!!!
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Congratulations Chloe Solomon Love you and Coby
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