University of Maryland Association of Nursing Students members attend the annual National Student Nurse Association Convention in Houston.
Nine University of Maryland Association of Nursing Students (UMANS) board members attended the 74th annual National Student Nurse Association (NSNA) Convention, April 8 - 11 in Houston. UMANS is the NSNA chapter for the University of Maryland School of Nursing at the Universities at Shady Grove.
Each year, the national convention brings together nursing students for professional development, leadership training, and networking. It offers educational sessions, career resources, and opportunities to connect with peers and professionals across the country.
UMANS board members engaged in national-level discussions on nursing practice and leadership and brought back valuable insights to support the growth and success of fellow students. For example, some students attended the focus session "Becoming a Certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence, Nurse (WOCN)," discovering it as a certifiable nursing specialty that many students overlook. From this, UMANS hopes to create opportunities for students to explore lesser-known certifications like WOCN, helping members discover niche passions and plan intentionally for their careers early on.
UMANS would like to thank the Office of Academic and Career Success for providing funding to the UMANS board members who were able to attend the conference.
NSNA Leadership U Inductees
Leadership U is the honors society for NSNA that recognizes students who demonstrate a commitment to leadership and professional development through active involvement in NSNA chapter activities and initiatives.
This semester’s inductees includes the following fourth-semester Bachelor of Science in Nursing students:
- Rebecca Armour
- Diana Conran
- Dawa Dolkar
- Alexa Mae Laurden
- Jayna Patell
- Diya Rawal
- Madelyn Yi
pictured: UMANS members representing UMSON at the Universities at Shady Grove at the 74th Annual NSNA Convention, gaining leadership skills, networking, and professional inspiration.