Student Ambassadors

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of the amazing campus and people. I also loved how the College of Nursing provides unique clinical experiences to its students.

What are your career goals?
I hope to become a pediatric nurse and possibly continue my education to acquire an advanced practice degree.

What are three words that describe you?
Outgoing, hardworking, passionate

What is a fun fact about you?
I broke my back when I was in seventh grade.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because they affirmed that they would collaborate with me to achieve my academic, personal, and career goals.

What are your career goals?
I am planning on working in a hospital's ICU or emergency room following college, pursue travel nursing for a little bit, and then go back to school to become a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).

What are three words that describe you?
Genuine, conscientious, open-minded

What is a fun fact about you?
I'm left-handed!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC for a new experience, the nursing program and because I fell in love with the campus.

What are your career goals?
I would like to become a registered nurse, then go back to school and become a nurse practitioner. Later, I would like to pursue a PhD in nursing and teach at a university.

What are three words that describe you?
Kind, calm, motivated

What is a fun fact about you?
I have a black lab named Stella.

Why did you choose UC?
I choose UC because I loved their commitment to seeing nurses as leaders. Throughout high school, my leadership roles shaped who I was and I wanted that to continue into college. Also, I want to work in pediatrics, so going to clinical at the No. 3 children's hospital in the nation is very exciting to me! Additionally, having so many of my clinical sites near campus made getting to clinical more convenient.

What are your career goals?
I am still figuring out what floor I want to work on through my ongoing clinical experience; however, I want to work at a pediatric hospital where I can get to know my patients and see them through their ups and downs. Later on, I really want to earn my DNP.

What are three words that describe you?
Loving, reliable, hardworking

What is a fun fact about you?
I competed in two dance competitions again the "Dance Moms" and was seen in some of the background shots for those episodes!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because I felt so confident in the nursing program and its ability to develop me into the best nurse I can be. After touring the college and meeting a few of the faculty members, I felt that I would be supported and cared for throughout my time in the program. UC has given me so many experiences and opportunities; I know I made the perfect choice.

What are your career goals?
My career goals after graduation include working in an intensive care unit at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, being a travel nurse and, further down the road, being an orthopedic intensive care unit nurse at Shriners Hospitals for Children.

What are three words that describe you?
Encouraging, kind, motivated

What is a fun fact about you?
I love to crochet!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because, as soon as I stepped foot on campus for the first time, I felt at home. UC is my home away from home and there is no other atmosphere I would like to surround myself in. Everyone at UC is so loving and accepting, and I knew I had to come here. I also chose UC for the endless opportunities it presents to every single student that attends the school. Overall, I knew this is where I had to be, and ever since deciding to come here I have never looked back and can't want to see what else UC has to offer to me.

What are your career goals?
After I graduate with my BSN, I would love to start working in emergency medicine. After a couple of years of experience, I would like to become a traveling nurse and travel all over the United States and possibly internationally. Once I begin to settle down, I would love to go back to college to get my master's or doctorate and become a nurse practitioner in either emergency medicine or pediatrics.

What are three words that describe you?
Hardworking, compassionate, resilient

What is a fun fact about you?
I played sports year-round until I came to college to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of all the opportunities the College of Nursing would give me! I also loved UC’s atmosphere as soon as I stepped foot on campus.

What are your career goals?
After I graduate with my BSN, I hope to become a nurse practitioner.

What are three words that describe you?
Hardworking, efficient, compassionate

What is a fun fact about you?
I have a twin sister!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because the nursing program is one of the best in the country.

What are your career goals?
I would like to be a travel nurse and, later, attend graduate school to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).

What are three words that describe you?
Supportive, determined, goal-oriented

What is a fun fact about you?
I traveled to Greece and Italy with my best friend.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because the College of Nursing offers so many amazing opportunities that other nursing schools cannot provide. Between the high-quality classes, numerous hospitals near campus and the direct-admission process, the choice was clear!

What are your career goals?
After graduation, I would love to work in pediatrics and I plan on becoming a traveling pediatric nurse after gaining a few years of experience. Eventually, I want to go back to school to become a pediatric nurse practitioner.

What are three words that describe you?
Determined, kind-hearted, ambitious

What is a fun fact about you?
I have family members who went to UC!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of the College of Nursing, location, and atmosphere. The school is able to offer various opportunities to help me excel as a student and prepare me for my future!

What are your career goals?
My future career goals include working in intensive care, travel nursing, and eventually going back to school to become a nurse practitioner!

What are three words that describe you?
Trustworthy, kind, reliable

What is a fun fact about you?
I transferred to UC my sophomore year!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of its well-know nursing program and I felt like I could develop into an amazing nurse here through the many opportunities that are supplied for students. I love how UC is very diverse-friendly and inclusive, therefore I have been able to make many friendships with supportive staff and students. I also was interested in the clinical options provided, such as DEU and co-op.

What are your career goals?
After graduating with a BSN, I want to work as an ICU nurse for a couple years. Then, I want to apply and go back to school to become a CRNA!

What are three words that describe you?
Determined, inclusive, hardworking

What is a fun fact about you?
I love going to Lake Norris, Tennessee, and doing any sort of water activities, such as tubing, paddle boarding and jet skiing!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of its direct-admit nursing program and success in preparing its students for the NCLEX. I also fell in love with the beauty and energy of campus. I was looking for a school with a color guard and lots of spirit. I am so happy with my decision to go to UC because I feel that I have found my home.

What are your career goals?
I hope to become a nurse who is confidently equipped to help people feel as comfortable as possible. I would like to go back to school to obtain my CRNA and work with anesthesia in surgeries.

What are three words that describe you?
Organized, determined, caring

What is a fun fact about you?
I have had four reconstructive knee surgeries.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of the College of Nursing's incredible reputation, expansive opportunities, direct-admit program and commitment to our success.

What are your career goals?
After graduating, I hope to become a pediatric nurse and, within a few years, continue my education to become a nurse practitioner.

What are three words that describe you?
Hardworking, respectful, kind

What is a fun fact about you?
I have traveled to Alaska and Hawaii.

Why did you choose UC?
I choose UC because it has an exceptional nursing program that I knew would challenge me and form me into an excellent nurse. Also, UC has endless extracurricular opportunities and ways to get involved and meet new people.

What are your career goals?
After nursing school, I want to become a travel nurse, which will allow me to see the world while gaining experience in the nursing field. Eventually, I want to fulfill my dreams of becoming either a nurse practitioner or a nurse anesthetist.

What are three words that describe you?
Kind, hardworking, outgoing

What is a fun fact about you?
I am one of five children in my family!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because it is a big school with a small-school feel. It isn't too far from home and the nursing program is top ranked in the nation with a ton of resources to help me become successful as a nurse.

What are your career goals?
After graduation, I hope to become a travel nurse and then potentially go back to school to become a nurse practitioner.

What are three words that describe you?
Outgoing, passionate, dependable

What is a fun fact about you?
I was born in Cincinnati.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because the College of Nursing showed a commitment to fostering a supportive environment that works to allow students to grow as people and future nurses.

What are your career goals?
I plan to work as a pediatric nurse because I'm very passionate about working with kids and nurturing our new generation and also would like to eventually go into teaching in the future.

What are three words that describe you?
Passionate, curious, compassionate

What is a fun fact about you?
My comfort shows are Law & Order SVU and Criminal Minds! I've probably watched both shows from beginning to end millions of times.

Why did you choose UC?
UC's nursing program really impressed me. I trust UC to prepare me the best for my future career in nursing because of how much the professors prioritize student learning and success.

What are your career goals?
After graduation, I want to continue school to become a nurse practitioner.

What are three words that describe you?
Dedicated, compassionate, strong

What is a fun fact about you?
I am training for a triathlon.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because I wanted to experience a different environment than what I was used to.

What are your career goals?
After graduation, I want to go to graduate school to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).

What are three words that describe you?
Hard-working, positive, generous

What is a fun fact about you?
I am a nationally certified EMT.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of the amazing College of Nursing and all the opportunities it offers! I also loved how welcoming the staff was and how excited the students were to be at UC.

What are your career goals?
After graduating, I would love to become a pediatric traveling nurse. After traveling for a while, I would love to go back to school to become pediatric nurse practitioner!

What are three words that describe you?
Determined, outgoing, kind

What is a fun fact about you?
I ran cross country and track in high school and still enjoy running every day!

Why did you choose UC?
UC felt like home as soon as I stepped on campus for my tour. I love the urban setting with so much to do, the nursing program, and the close community that UC has.

What are your career goals?
I would like to work in a surgical ICU and then go back to school to become a CRNA.

What are three words that describe you?
Outgoing, ambitious, caring

What is a fun fact about you?
I am a triplet!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because, along with being a direct-admit and high-ranked program, UC focuses on student success. With the No. 1 children’s hospital in the nation and close proximity to many amazing hospitals, UC is also an excellent place to receive clinical experience and walk out of school with job opportunities.

What are your career goals?
After graduation, I hope to become either a pediatric or NICU nurse at Cincinnati Children’s while also eventually going back to school to become a nurse practitioner.

What are three words that describe you?
Determined, compassionate, trustworthy

What is a fun fact about you?
I am a twin!

Why did you choose UC?
UC’s nursing program is top-tier and the campus is absolutely gorgeous. I love the fact that, for me, it’s close to home but the campus and university itself make you feel at home as well.

What are your career goals?
If I’m being 100% transparent, all I know is that I want to be a nurse/nurse practitioner. As I’m only a sophomore, I have yet to experience all of the amazing opportunities this program has to offer, and I’m super excited to find my path!

What are three words that describe you?
Authentic, enthusiastic, empathetic

What is a fun fact about you?
I love to play tennis and am part of UC's tennis club!

Why did you choose UC?
I love the Bearcat school spirit that UC fosters and the amazing nursing program!

What are your career goals?
After I graduate with my BSN, I want to become a pediatric ER nurse and go back to school for my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).

What are three words that describe you?
Bubbly, energetic, kind-hearted

What is a fun fact about you?
I speak fluent French!

Why did you choose UC?
It was the perfect distance from home and the atmosphere both on the main campus and in the College of Nursing was like no other school I visited.

What are your career goals?
I would like to go back to school to get a degree higher than my BSN, but my overall goal is to be the nurse that my patients will never forget!

What are three words that describe you?
Ambitious, caring, funny

What is a fun fact about you?
I have a huge, irrational fear of frogs.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of its direct-admit nursing program. I liked how close this school is to my hometown. I love the atmosphere of this school and fell in love with all the opportunities this school provides.

What are your career goals?
I hope to become a pediatric or neonatal nurse practitioner. I also hope to explore the opportunities that travel nursing provides.

What are three words that describe you?
Determined, goal-oriented, outgoing

What is a fun fact about you?
I have two different colored eyes.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because I love the campus and being close to the city. I also love the nursing program and how many opportunities they have. I think it is a great place especially for nursing!

What are your career goals?
My career goals are to graduate with my BSN and then work in an ICU for a couple years to establish myself as a nurse. I then want to return to school to become a CRNA!

What are three words that describe you?
Driven, caring, compassionate

What is a fun fact about you?
I am the first in my family to go to UC and the first to go into nursing!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because it is close to home and their highly-ranked nursing program was hard to pass up!

What are your career goals?
My goal is to graduate with my BSN and eventually work on the antepartum/postpartum floor or in the NICU!

What are three words that describe you?
Spontaneous, ambitious, compassionate

What is a fun fact about you?
I have two different colored eyes!

Why did you choose UC?
UC campus was a perfect size and aesthetic for me, it has always felt comfortable to me. I also love how proud every student here is to be a bearcat.

What are your career goals?
My career goals are to become a travel nurse followed by being a labor and delivery, or surgical nurse. I would potentially love to become a NP in one of those specialties.

What are three words that describe you?
Resilient, determined, intentional

What is a fun fact about you?
I am a soon-to-be certified yoga instructor and I have three dogs!

Why did you choose UC?
UC has an incredible nursing program, and there are so many career-based opportunities for me here!

What are your career goals?
I would love to have my DNP with a NICU or PICU specialization in the future!

What are three words that describe you?
Outgoing, inclusive, friendly

What is a fun fact about you?
I once sneezed nine times in a row!

Why did you choose UC?
I choose UC because of the proximity to home, the clinical options, success rate for graduating students and financial aid.

What are your career goals?
I would like to graduate college and work in a clinic or hospital for a few years. After those couple years, I would like to go back to school and get my DNP and work in a women's health clinic long term.

What are three words that describe you?
Dedicated, passionate, hardworking

What is a fun fact about you?
I am one of six children and the only girl.

Why did you choose UC?
I choose UC because the College of Nursing is ranked as one of the top in the nation. It also offers amazing opportunities such as the direct admission program, the numerous hospitals within walking distance and the lively environment on campus.

What are your career goals?
After I graduate in 2024, I plan to work on an Intensive Care Unit for two years and then go back to school to get my DNP in Nurse Anesthesia.

What are three words that describe you?
Hard-working, organized, approachable

What is a fun fact about you?
I hate cheese!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because I was a direct admit. Also, chose UC because the nursing program is one of the best in the state and offers opportunities like co-op.

What are your career goals?
I want to earn my Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and become a nurse practitioner.

What are three words that describe you?
Caring, hardworking, thoughtful

What is a fun fact about you?
I used to be a Starbucks barista!

Why did you choose UC?
UC has a top-ranked nursing program that prepares students well for their careers. The program trains students to be confident and compassionate nurses after graduation. The clinical and co-op opportunities that are built into the program allow hands-on experience that enhance learning. The campus also offers an exciting athletic scene and student life.

What are your career goals?
My current goal is to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and work full time at a hospital in the Cincinnati area. In the future, I plan on pursuing a post-graduate degree to further my nursing expertise.

What are three worlds that describe you?
Extroverted, comedic, ambitious

What is a fun fact about you?
I have a German Shepherd named Kato!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because I loved the campus and the College of Nursing. The fact that the program directly admits students and the college's close proximity to hospitals are what made UC stand out to me.

What are your career goals?
In the future, I hope to work as an RN in an emergency department. After a couple years, I want to become a travel nurse.

What are three worlds that describe you?
Hard-working, positive, gregarious

What is a fun fact about you?
I am going on a cross-country trip this upcoming summer.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because their nursing program is one of the best in the country and the amount of career opportunities they provide is amazing! I also love the urban setting!

What are your career goals?
I hope to become a nurse practitioner in pediatric nursing.

What are three words that describe you?
Kind, motivated, empathetic

What is a fun fact about you?
The beach is my favorite place to vacation!

Why did you choose UC?
Before visiting UC, I wasn't sure that this would be the place for me. But, during my very first visit, I was so impressed with the nursing program that it immediately became my top choice. Between the amazing hospitals in Cincinnati, the direct-admit program, and the incredible community within nursing, I became confident that UC was where I belonged.

What are your career goals?
My current career goal is to graduate with my BSN and, after a few years of working, I would like to go back to school for my master's degree. My end goal is to be a nurse practitioner specializing in dermatology.

What are three words that describe you?
Personable, self-motivated, reliable

What is a fun fact about you?
I am a yoga instructor at UC's Campus Recreation Center, so make sure to stop by one of my classes!

Why did you choose UC?
I choose UC to pursue an education in nursing for the value UC's College of Nursing places on diversity, the extremely high quality of education and national ranking in its undergrad nursing program, the vast opportunities UC's College of Nursing offers in furthering education through the multiple graduate programs that run alongside its undergrad program, and for its vision statement that I strongly agree with: "Through the creative leveraging of technology, innovation and inclusive excellence, we will lead and impact the transformation of health care through strategic partnerships."

What are your career goals?
So far, I plan to finish my Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a minor in public health, and a certificate in Spanish for social work and health care services to then go onto CRNA. Once finishing a doctorate in nurse anesthesia, I plan to leverage the autonomy and advanced nursing skills of a CRNA to make the positive impact and change I would like to see in modern day American healthcare for LGBTQIA+ persons, underserved communities and minority groups, and to put up the good fight for patients who truly need a good advocate.

What are three words that describe you?
Ambitious, calculated, diligent

What is a fun fact about you?
I love learning languages and after — hopefully — becoming fluent in Spanish, I plan to learn French.

Why did you choose UC?
It a known thing that many nursing students graduate without really learning how to be a functioning nurse in real world applications. I believe the program at UC will actually give me real-world experience working in some of the top facilities in the region.

What are your career goals?
I hope to work as an ICU travel nurse for a few years before going back to grad school and becoming a CRNA.

What are three words that describe you?
Passionate, spontaneous, funny

What is a fun fact about you?
I have a twin sister.

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because of the highly ranked nursing program and the energetic campus atmosphere. Becoming a Bearcat is easily one of my best decisions!

What are your career goals?
I plan on becoming a Hospice nurse.

What are three words that describe you?
Driven, clever, enthusiastic

What is a fun fact about you?
I can do a standing back tuck!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because this nursing program has ample opportunities to learn application-based practices and in-class learning. I'm confident I will leave UC doing everything I imagined to achieve given the resources and faculty here!

What are your career goals?
After I graduate with a nursing degree and work for some time, I plan on getting my doctorate and becoming a nurse practitioner. I'm thinking psych nurse practioner, at the moment but I'm having an open mind!

What are three words that describe you?
Caring, ambitious, independent

What is a fun fact about you?
I have a diploma in dance!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC because I was offered direct admission to the BSN program! I also loved the campus and how compact it is.

What are your career goals?
After graduation, my career goals are to become a travel nurse and, hopefully, make a difference in the nursing field.

What are three words that describe you?
Kind, determined, hardworking

What is a fun fact about you?
I love to sketch!

Why did you choose UC?
I chose UC for a number of reasons, the biggest of which being the top-tier nursing program. UC's College of Nursing is among the best in the nation. I knew when I decided to pursue a nursing degree that I wanted to learn from the best faculty with the best opportunities available to me, all of which UC was able to provide. Other than the draw of it's nursing program, I loved the atmosphere here at UC and the campus. The last factor going into my decision to attend UC was the proximity to home. Being an hour away, I have the ability to be on my own at college to grow as an individual while still being close to my family and friends from home.

What are your career goals?
My career goal is to be a nurse in the NICU and really to just make a positive impact on other people's lives.

What are three words that describe you?
Kind, passionate, determined

What is a fun fact about you?
I'm skipped second grade!