Our Stories
Stories From Our Community
Our community of nurse leaders, scholars, and partners is shaping the future of health care. Here are stories from our community — visionaries who drive change in practice, research, and policy with a deeply human perspective.
Fostering Innovation and Collaboration
Our top-ranked programs and groundbreaking research opportunities give you the expertise to lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving health landscape. You can also hone your skills in the state-of-the-art Emory Nursing Learning Center, an unparalleled simulation environment that mirrors the facilities of our leading health care partners.
An FNP Direct Pathway
“Emory was a good fit for me because they offer a direct entry route to becoming an advanced practice nurse, generous financial support, a welcoming community, and leading clinical collaborations.”
— Anna Krueger, MN Pathway to MSN Student
A Place of Excellence
"I came to Emory because I wanted to become the very best nurse I could be. The school is a place of excellence. You can feel that in our classes, our clinicals, and our work in the community."
— Mark Lee 19BSN, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CMSRN, Administrative Fellow, Emory Healthcare
Supporting Your Education Investment
We offer a wide range of scholarships and financial aid to help make an Emory Nursing education possible.
The Icing on the Cake
“Emory was my top choice for nursing school because I am interested in public health policy, and the icing on the cake was their generous financial support.”
— Quentin Brydon, BSN Student
Generous Financial Support
“I chose Emory because they offer a unique, fast track MN program for students with a bachelor’s degree in another discipline, and they also provide generous financial support. I receive the Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship, which is given primarily to women in health care.”
— Anna Norton, MN Pathway to DNP Student
Atlanta: Your Clinical Classroom
Atlanta is more than a home for Emory Nursing — it’s a health care and innovation hub that offers countless opportunities for research, clinical experience, and employment.
A World-Class Experience at Emory's Doorstep
"When I came to Emory, I knew I wanted to work with children and families at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. As I progressed through my externship, I grew more confident in my clinical abilities and learned the importance of mentorship."
— Jacqueline Martinez 25BSN, RN, Pediatric Externship at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Local Partners for Environmental Health
“At Emory, my research focuses on the environmental impacts on health, especially in children of color, and we are proud to partner with Atlanta’s Center for Black Women’s Wellness on the Prescriptions for Prevention program that employs environmental health screeners to evaluate exposure risks.”
— Abby Mutic, 19PhD, MSN, CNM, Assistant Professor
Service-Learning: A Global Approach to Care
Our service-learning initiatives connect you to Emory’s leading partners in Georgia and around the world, providing care to communities in need. Through the Lillian Carter Center (LCC), you can explore service learning projects, engage in global research, and make an impact where it’s needed most.
Committed to Social Responsibility
“As a Fuld Service Learning Fellow, I am applying what I learn in the classroom to the public health challenges facing women and children. I want to become a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and earn my DNP in midwifery. My goal is to open a private practice and establish a mentoring program for women and children in challenging situations, providing family-centered care to underserved populations.”
— Favour Aibangbee, MN Pathway to MSN Student
Growing Global Research
“I’ve long admired the LCC’s work in global health, service-learning, and community empowerment. I see potential for growing research in a variety of ways like the LCC’s International Visiting Scholars Program, which attracts health professionals from across the globe to foster new research collaborations.”
— Jacob Kariuki, PhD, AGNP-BC, FAHA, Associate Professor and Assistant Director for Global Research, LCC
Interested in more stories?
The latest issue of Emory Nursing celebrates Former Dean Linda McCauley — and the collective effort that took the school to new heights.
