I am driven by the idea of helping people through medicine and personal attention. That’s why I’ll be graduating in pre-nursing at the University of Idaho in the spring. A career in nursing will give me the opportunity to improve lives; even save lives. My time here at Idaho has taught me what’s important in life — people. As a nurse, I will put into practice some of the life lessons I’m learning both in and out of the classroom. With amazing professors and a traditional residential campus where I am immersed in my education, those lessons are everywhere — like how to listen, and how to put myself in others’ shoes. I’m not only learning how to think like a nurse, I’m learning how to live with an open mind and an open heart.
Q&A
What do you plan to do when you graduate?
I am excited to start working! My goals in life might be simple to some, but becoming a nurse is important to me, because I will be able to help those in need. That’s what I strive to do. I’m also excited about getting my own house, even a dog!
How is the University of Idaho helping you to achieve your goals?
It’s almost silly to say, but there is something about being in a place so beautiful — being surrounded by nature and having the ability to be outdoors and breathe fresh air — it centers me from all the chaos of classes, tests and papers. When I’m feeling a little stressed out, it’s easy to calm down at the lake or on a hike. The teachers are also amazing, because they are invested in my future — they care. I’m not a number here, I’m a name.
Do you have any comments about your program?
Like I said above, my professors and teachers care about me — they’re amazing. With them, I have opened myself up and learned to not be afraid of new challenges. Nursing can be a very intense career. I’m learning how to be the very best.