The Elm

Careers, Cookies, and Conversation Panel and Networking Event

Are you a BSN or MSN-E student curious about where your nursing degree can take you? Join us April 15 at 4 p.m. for an inspiring and interactive career panel and networking event hosted by the Office of Academic and Career Success in collaboration with the UMSON Graduate Nursing Association (GNA).

This special event is designed to bring together nursing students and experienced professionals from a variety of specialties to share their career journeys, insights, and lessons learned. You’ll hear firsthand why these panelists chose their specific fields, what motivates them every day, and what advice they have for new and future nurses.

Whether you’re exploring different nursing roles or preparing to take your next big step after graduation, this event offers an excellent opportunity to:

• Learn about diverse nursing specialties and career paths
• Ask questions in a welcoming, student-centered environment
• Gain insider tips on navigating the early stages of your career
• Network with panelists and fellow students
• Enjoy cookies and great conversation!

Tuesday, April 15 
4 - 5:30 p.m. 
UMSON, Room 140

Panelists Include:

• Jocelyn Faro, BSN ’17, MSN ’21, clinical nurse educator, Inova Schar Cancer Center, Inova Fairfax Medical Center
• Naveet Mann, BSN ’23, clinical nurse II, Cardiac Surgery ICU, University of Maryland Medical Center
• Nkechi Mezu, MSN-E '19, clinical outcomes specialist, Critical Care/Health Care Quality/Patient Safety, LifeBridge Health – Sinai Hospital
• Sana Qureshi, DNP candidate, BSN, RN, Cardiac ICU, Cath Lab/Recovery Unit, Cardiology Clinic, Children's National Hospital