Nursing Student Scholarship

Funded by
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Moishe Ragieme
$1,570
1 winner$1,570
Awarded
Application Deadline
Sep 15, 2024
Winners Announced
Oct 15, 2024
Education Level
Any
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Contributions
Eligibility Requirements
Education Level:
High school, undergraduate, or graduate student
Field of Study:
Nursing

Nursing is one of the most crucial jobs in our society, with nurses saving lives and spreading comfort daily.

Despite the value and importance of nursing, it is an often overlooked and underappreciated field that many students might not even consider when planning their academic and professional careers. While there are many challenges that nurses face, it is a rewarding field with many opportunities.

This scholarship aims to support students who are pursuing higher education in order to enter the field of nursing.

Any high school, undergraduate, or graduate student who is pursuing nursing may apply for this scholarship opportunity. While all are welcome to apply, non-traditional students and those who are disenfranchised are highly encouraged to apply.

To apply, tell us about your background and story and why you have decided to pursue a career in nursing.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Drive, Impact
Published July 30, 2024
Essay Topic

Why did you enter the nursing field and what inspired you to pursue your passion? Please share more about your background and your story.

400–600 words

Winning Application

Sophia Porath
Gann Academy - The New Jewish High School of Greater BostonNewton, MA
As a child, I dreamt of becoming a superhero. Having three older brothers, Spiderman towels, and Batman costumes surrounded my life. Any hope I had of being a superhero was put to the test when my mother was scared about a big surgery. My mom was diagnosed with Hypoparathyroidism a few years ago. This past October she underwent surgery to remove one of her parathyroids. She was very nervous because the surgery could affect her vocal cords. I made a deal with her that if she went through with the surgery, I would run a mile for every year she was diagnosed. She accepted and proceeded with the surgery. Although running a 5k was in no way equal to what my mom experiencing, it helped her realize that she wasn’t alone and had someone to walk through the experience with her. But, I knew that “superhero” does not count as a profession, but rather a hobby. Thus in my new job search, I sought a profession where I could not only help people but make them smile too. One fateful Monday evening, while having dinner with my cousin, I heard about her experience as a Physician Assistant. She explained how working as a nurse before going to PA school had allowed her to help hundreds of people. From that moment on, I made up my mind. As a people person, I thrive in social settings, meaning I enjoy interacting with others. But I also need a certain amount of spontaneity and activeness in my daily life. Becoming a nursing major means I could work in the fast-paced and intense life a hospital provides. Being a nurse would allow me to have a very active job, while also getting the social interactions I craved. Nursing is the best major for me because I am deeply fascinated by science classes and hands-on learning. Biology and anatomy greatly intrigue me because it explains the unnoticed functions our bodies perform all the time to keep us alive. Moreover, as a strong visual learner, the ability to recreate and practice those biological features and cycles is particularly intriguing to me. Another key feature I am intrigued by in a nursing major is the clinical experience students receive. The clinical experience will allow me to put what I have learned into action and get some professional practice before I graduate. I know that I can’t save the world by myself. But by making one person’s day a little better, I can change one life. In my opinion, the most important aspect of being a nurse is helping someone get through the hard days they can’t get through alone. Being a nurse allows me to connect with my patients and helps them feel better. Although it is not jumping across buildings, or flying through the sky, being a nursing major will allow me to be a superhero in my unique way, helping as many people as possible.

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Sep 15, 2024. Winners will be announced on Oct 15, 2024.