Sixty-four years young, Carol G. is an energetic and self-described “chatty Cathy” who recently fulfilled a lifelong dream of earning her BSN. It was a long time coming. Carol started her nursing career in 1976 after graduating with an ADN from Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama. She fulfilled various nursing positions, including direct patient … Keep Reading
Roberto Clemente is a name many baseball fans recognize, but for Puerto Ricans like soon-to-be Aspen University graduate Nestor Medina, hold Roberto in reverence. As a professional baseball player, Clemente ranks among the best of all time. He was awarded 12 Gold Gloves, selected as the 1966 National League MVP and the 1971 World Series … Keep Reading
Brenda’s Recipe for Nurse Educator Success: First, take a scoop of passion for nursing and fold in a desire to teach. Add a touch of fastidiousness, and drizzle in some curiosity. Mix well with hard work and a yearning for beauty. The secret ingredient is life-long learning — I chose Aspen University for my MSN. … Keep Reading
Ranging from hospital-based roles to outpatient clinics to hospice to insurance companies, nurses today have more professional options than ever before. I have held healthcare-related positions for over 35 years and served as a registered nurse for over 20 years. I have worked in both in-patient and outpatient health care. At the moment, I work … Keep Reading
The Principled (Assistant) Principal Brooke C., Ed.D, Education Leadership and Learning “We discussed issues in academia, examined how challenges and opportunities manifested within our institutions and studied the best practices for leadership behavior.” “I want to help others grow. I want to develop my leadership skills, so I can help others achieve their potential. It … Keep Reading
“It’s about my patients…This is what drives me. It’s about taking care of people that can’t take care of themselves.” “My dad was driven. I get my work ethic from him.” Retired Technical Sergeant (TSgt) Tamara N., 54, enrolled in the Air Force right out of high school where she established herself as a … Keep Reading
Phyllis D. RN to MSN, Nursing Education “We are caretakers, and bullying shouldn’t occur in a hospital setting. I thought writing about it would help fellow nurses confront bullying activities and give additional resources so that supervisors are properly trained on spotting bullies.” Phyllis D. was a young mother of three children (ages 1, … Keep Reading
Goals and Dreams Don’t Have an Expiration Date Even after 14 years on the job, Aspen taught Bulah to look at her work “through a different lens.” Bulah P. has worked as a nurse for the past 14 years. “Being a nurse is not just a job for me. It’s not even a career. It’s … Keep Reading
“I’ve learned how to write proposals for funding and licensure effectively. I am also better equipped to help people navigate through trauma.” Stephen A., 58, started his journey toward earning his Master of Arts in Psychology and Addiction Counseling in 2000 after recovering from his own issues with addiction. After getting sober, Stephen went back … Keep Reading
Never Too Late To Go Back to School “Age shouldn’t stop you from going after your goals. Learning is a lifelong process.” Bonnie W, a vibrant 77-year-old, is one of Aspen University’s oldest graduates. A nurse for over 30 years, she has experience in critical care, emergency room, and clinics. Bonnie currently teaches nursing … Keep Reading