Anthony Tolentino

Anthony’s dissertation, “Quantitative exploration of nurses task-technology fit with the electronic health record using data mining and regression: An EHR workflow analysis” was conducted using a rigorous 2-phase design that was informed by data science and regression techniques. He took his findings and proposed pragmatic solutions to improve nurses user experience with the Electronic Health Record. His next steps will focus on reducing health disparities using technology in post-doctoral research through the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation National Clinical Scholars program at the University of Michigan.

Rylee Apodaca

The United States has the highest rates of maternal mortality and morbidity can be attributed to postpartum hemorrhage. Rylee's DNP Project included the development of a multidisciplinary algorithm for evaluating postpartum hemorrhage. This clinical decision tool gives providers a rapid assessment decision making tool that can save lives. She developed an algorithm based on current evidence, had it appraised by expert consults and presented it to anesthesia providers. Her project has been shared in the Diversity in Nurse Anesthesia Mentorship Program Newsletter, at a conference in Fort Worth, TX and was disseminated to the Arizona Associated of Nurse Anesthetists.

Terri Shill

Terri studied emerging adults ages 18-25 with Type 1 diabetes, a high-risk group facing daily burdens managing a complex life-sustaining regimen of self-care while navigating challenging developmental transitions to adulthood. Results extended an existing scientific nursing knowledge to reveal specific self-transcendence perspectives and behaviors used by emerging adults to transform their vulnerabilities (of biographical disruption and diabetes distress) into dedicated self-care behaviors and into a distinct sense of well-being.

Her research demonstrated scientific expertise and creative conceptualization of a serious clinical problem, use of exquisitely conducted methods, trustworthy evidence, and sincere compassion toward her vulnerable population.

Maria Earl

Known within her cohort and each clinical site for her leadership and dedication to her Nurse Anesthesia training, Maria Earl has consistently demonstrated her commitment to being the best. Maria has utilized innovation, interdisciplinary training and communication to improve her own practice, and the practice of her colleagues.  This award recognizes the impact that Maria will most certainly continue to have as she beings her Nurse Anesthesia career!

Hyun Ju Oh

Hyun Oh has maintained a high level of academic excellence throughout the DNP -Nurse Anesthesia specialty by maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Hyun’s commitment to excellence was also seen in the clinical practicum. Each of her clinical coordinators who would expound over her work ethic and abilities. Hyun continued in clinical rotations during the COVID 19 crisis, taking 24- hour call shifts, logging cases and clinical hours despite achieving the required amounts for graduation prior to the pandemic. Hyun has been an outstanding student and will be an outstanding CRNA.

Sharon Sigona

Sharon’s nominators describe her as a strong team member who consistently produced stellar work. She is also described as someone who is a flexible leader with true desire to integrate the program content into her current role and future goals.  Her commitment to academic excellence was also evident in her detailed and thoroughly completed assignments.

Ginger Matkin

Ginger is a “superstar” – providing her groups with stellar leadership while continually going above and beyond expectations.  Ginger consistently set high standards for herself, and the peers that she worked with throughout the program.  Faculty also praised her thoughtful communication.  She will certainly be a Wildcat Nurse to watch!

Rachael Whiteside

Rachael consistently displayed the characteristics of an effective nurse leader throughout the program.  She inspired her classmates to set goals, achieve them, think critically and role model effective communication.  She is highly professional and deserving of this award.  Rachael’s commitment to improving the patient experience were evident in all of her interactions throughout the program.

Grace Li

The May 2020 recipient of the Alumni Council Award is Grace Li.  Grace connected with the advisory board and make a lasting impact on the members.  Grace provided unique insight into the student experience as the advisory board discussed new opportunities to engage with the college community.  She also energized the entire council – while the council will miss having her student perspective, they are very excited to welcome her as a full member of the Alumni Council!

Eleanor Ahlstrom

In clinical Eleanor was always thoroughly prepared and ready to care for her patients as her clinical prep tools were completed to the highest standard. One week she was bumped to a patient who was very acutely ill and having numerous procedures. Eleanor remained calm and worked diligently to understand and safely participate in the patients care. She eventually wrote a synthesis paper regarding this patient which demonstrated a holistic and deep understanding of this complex situation.

Theodore Maurer

Throughout the program, Theodore consistently displayed exceptional academic performance. His strong critical thinking skills and ability to integrate the course material into practice was evident – especially as he shared it with his group mates! Furthermore, faculty noted that Theodore was well organized in all of the program’s required group work. We are honored to add him to our Wildcat Nursing family!

Sabrina Mar

Sabrina is planning on pursuing doctoral education. She has an exemplary work ethic and is an Honors student who pursued Doula training in addition to working on her Honors Thesis.

Madelynn Buckman

From the beginning of the program, Maddie shared her intense passion for maternal child nursing and her desire to obtain her NP in that specialty. Each week clinical prep tools were completed to the highest standard and she often went above and beyond the standard for completing her pathophysiology discussion, going into depth on multiple diagnoses instead of just the primary diagnosis. When asked Maddie stated that “she wanted to fully understand what was happening with her patient and better anticipate what she would see and need to do for the patient during her clinical day”. Each day in clinical Maddie was fully engaged and would ask thoughtful and insightful questions.

Allie Gaither-Banchoff

Allie is an excellent, motivated student with a positive attitude. She is an Honors Student who is focusing on the integrative topic of using aromatherapy to reduce stress among patients and nurses. She is an excellent writer and demonstrates a high level of professionalism. Allie will make a spectacular nurse, and her nominators are eager to see where her career takes her!

Annie Giang

Chosen by her peers, Annie has been the president of SNUA during the 2019-2020 school year. She has put in a lot of effort into the organization to make it better. She has taken the initiative to attend conferences and represent SNUA to the CON faculty, staff and alumni. Additionally, she has motivated students to join the club and increased participation in events compared to previous years.