The University of New Mexico College of Nursing recognized four awardees in its Summer 2022 Celebration, held on August 13, 2022.
These newly graduated bachelor of science in nursing alumni were recognized for their leadership, commitment to the profession of nursing and exemplify the college’s values of academic excellence, diversity and inclusion, innovation, integrity and respect.
Nursing Leadership Award: Sophia Sagert and Maria Di Ienno
This award is presented to graduating students from any program who have shown outstanding leadership qualities. The awardees are active in developing professional nursing knowledge through membership in professional nursing organizations or participate in college committees or activities and organizations within the community.
One of the greatest currencies you can give a person is inspiration. That has been my goal throughout the program. Leadership, in my eyes, encourages mentorship and provides a space for nursing students to feel capable of achieving their goals. I would not have been able to accomplish all of this without the wonderful support from the faculty and all the amazing students in our exceptional cohort.
Pre-Licensure Academic Achievement Award: Madison Flygare
This award is presented in recognition of the recipient’s leadership and demonstration of the College’s values – academic excellence, diversity and inclusion, innovation, integrity and respect.
Robin Armell Memorial Award: Isaiah Griego
This award recognizes a student’s overall ability, with particular emphasis on communication skills and leadership potential.
RN-BSN Academic Achievement Award: Renee Aguilar
This award is presented to a RN-to-BSN student who, as a leader, has demonstrated the values of the College – academic excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, innovation, integrity and respect.