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Join the Inaugural UMSON Nursing Policy Academy

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December 11, 2025

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Name: Yvette Conyers
Email: yconyers@umaryland.edu

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Are you ready to be the driving force behind changes in health care policy?

Spring, Summer, and Fall 2026

UMSON invites entry-into-nursing (BSN and MSN-E) students to apply to participate in the first-ever Nursing Policy Academy — a prestigious, grant-funded opportunity supported by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing through its Faculty Scholars Grant Program.

This exclusive, resume-building experience is designed for entry-into-nursing students who want to explore health policy, civic engagement, and leadership in action.

Important Dates

  • Virtual Info Sessions: Monday, Jan. 12 and Thursday, Jan. 15 | 4 p.m.
  • Apply By: Monday, Jan. 19
  • Decisions: Friday, Jan. 23
  • First Event: Maryland Nurses Association Legislative Night, Feb. 2

LEARN MORE AND APPLY 

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