Loyola University Chicago
Maywood, IL
The annual NCIN conference for funded schools proved to be an enriching, stimulating experience that strengthened scholars’ leadership and other skills.
Grant Years:
2009
2011
Degrees Conferred:
BSN
Scholarships Awarded:
20 Scholars:
Round 2: 2009 – 2010
Charles Akanbi
Jennifer Badal
Stephanie Benedict
Sarah Blatchford
Allison Clark
Ariella Friedman
Jill Heikkila
Mary Jannson
Alex Jung
Ashley Moore
Ifeoma Nkuku
Monica Perez
Caroline Regan
Janette Shaver
Shera Thompson
Round 4: 2011 – 2012
Adam Parker
Paola Rios
Mark Romond
Andrew Soltys
Theresa Zumba
Through the NCIN program, Loyola University of Chicago’s School of Nursing developed an integrated team-based orientation for all accelerated nursing students and encouraged all students to get a “study buddy” and participate in study groups. The NCIN Leadership Toolkit helped NCIN scholars identify their unique leadership qualities. In conjunction with the Nursing Alumni Association, the school of nursing coordinated mock interviews for each graduating student. NCIN scholars found this experience valuable in instilling confidence and professional- ism. Scholars benefited from mentoring, opportunities to meet with leaders of health care systems throughout Chicago, and the chance to participate in the annual meeting of schools of nursing that NCIN hosts.
