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School of Nursing - Student Diversity Club

"See Me, Be Me" Poster Competition

The purpose of this contest will be to attract students from diverse backgrounds to the profession of nursing and provide them with advice about how to achieve their goals. Infographics can include information about types of classes to take, volunteer work, part time jobs, and extracurriculars they should participate in to become a competitive applicant to nursing programs. Please include representations of diversity, characteristics of nursing professionals, and any academic, volunteer, and other recommendations that will benefit prospective students.

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Mission Statement

Facilitate the equality of rights for all persons in order to eliminate bias and discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of everyone
Provide a safe space for students and faculty
Educate the community about injustices

Purpose

Facilitate discussion between students and faculty about injustices in healthcare
Serve as a platform for students who feel like they have been discriminated against and be a liaison between them and faculty
Educate students on how to practice Inclusivity in healthcare

Executive Board

Club Co-advisers: Erika Sawin, PhD, FNP-BC and Christine Fasching Maphis, DNP, PMHN-BC, FNP-BC
Consultant: Vivienne McDaniel, DNP, RN
President: Kali Lockhart
Vice President: Nicole Escobar
Community Outreach Chair: Emily Polkowski
Secretary: Tina Torres
Treasurer: Catherine Adams
Public Relations Director: Andrea McClendon
Historian: Victoria Trancoso