What drew you to nursing as a career?

I became a nurse because nursing is, without a doubt, a "people" profession. It is a profession where skill and passion come together to advance others. Practicing at Emory Healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic, I grew immensely as a clinical nurse, colleague, and aspiring leader. 

Why did you come to Emory School of Nursing? 

I came to Emory because I wanted to become the very best nurse I could be. When I set foot on campus, it was immediately clear that the school is a place of excellence. You can feel that in our classes, our clinicals, and our work in the community. 

What was your favorite class/activity while at the school? 

Clinicals were a time where concepts came to life for me, and I always enjoyed those days the most. Due to the strong partnership between Emory University and Emory Healthcare, I did almost all of my rotations at Emory Healthcare hospitals and ambulatory sites. Traveling across different parts of the system was a great introduction to patient care and health care systems thinking. 

Where do you work, and what is your role? 

I started my journey in medical-surgical nursing. Medical-surgical nursing gives a strong foundation that is hard to replicate in other settings. This past year, I had the opportunity to become an administrative fellow at Emory Healthcare, which involves working with senior leaders and teams across the Emory Healthcare system on hospital and clinic operations. Each team has taught me something new and broadened my perspective as a nurse and professional. 

How did the School of Nursing prepare you for your career? 

I remember the day Dean McCauley came to welcome our class to the School of Nursing. She spoke passionately about our school's values and impressed upon us that Emory nurses are leaders. That