This past week, several students from BYU College of Nursing’s Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) chapter attended the National SNA 73rd annual convention in Seattle. While there, the college received a renewal of its Stellar School chapter ranking. The college was one of only twelve recognized nationwide with the accolade.
The BYU Student Nurses' Association has continuously been recognized as a Stellar School chapter since the award first became available in 2009. Stellar School chapters are heavily involved in the National Student Nurses’ Association (NSNA) and demonstrate a pattern of commitment to students’ professional development and involvement in shared governance within their College. A crucial factor in achieving this award is the substantial, sustained support the BYU Student Nurses’ Association has received from the College of Nursing.
Alyssa Parker, president-elect of BYU College of Nursing’s SNA chapter has seen the impact the organization has had on nursing and interactions with other students. “SNA has given me an opportunity to see the impact we as student nurses can have even beyond the classroom and clinical [settings],” said Alyssa. “SNA helps motivate me to continue to find ways to serve and connect with others and make a difference among other students, as well as in the healthcare community overall.”
BYU SNA has been involved with the national organization for several years now In the past, students from BYU have written portions of NSNA’s constitution, and attended the annual national conventions, and even served on the NSNA Board of Directors!
In Utah, BYU SNA students have served in state offices. In fact, recent graduate Otavio Tobias served as the 2024-2025 Utah chapter president. You can read more about BYU hosting Utah’s convention here.
Within BYU College of Nursing, SNA provides students with meaningful opportunities for education, service, and socialization. It serves as a liaison between College leaders and students – providing crucial insights, ideas, and perspectives for them as they pursue the college’s mission to learn the Healer’s art and go forth to serve. The organization helps students develop professional skills and connections to enhance their future careers. SNA also provides scholarships and chances to meet with alumni.
Vice President-elect for BYU SNA, Ellie Campbell, also attended the NSNA convention and shared, “SNA made me feel a sense of belonging by connecting me to so many wonderful professors and other students! I’ve been able to meet people through going to activities and being involved. It has helped me feel like I truly belong in the College of Nursing.”
To learn more about how to join BYU SNA, go to their club page or follow them on Instagram.
