Hello John,

Welcome to April's edition of the newsletter! In this issue, we're bringing you spotlights, professional developments, community events, scholarships, and more. So let us open our hearts to the opportunities that lie ahead, as we embark on this journey through the transformative landscape of April.

Warm Regards,

The Graduate School

DNP Project Defense Presentations

What is a DNP project defense? A Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project defense presentation is an essential milestone in the academic journey of DNP students. During this presentation, students showcase their research findings, methodologies, and conclusions to a panel of faculty and peers.

Presenting a DNP project allows students to demonstrate their understanding of advanced nursing concepts, research methodologies, and clinical applications. It showcases their competence in conducting scholarly inquiry and applying evidence-based practice principles. 



Students attending a defense presentation provides an opportunity for other DNP students to learn from their peers' research projects. It fosters a collaborative learning environment where students can gain insights into different research methodologies, healthcare issues, and clinical practices.

Casey Fleming

DNP Candidate in Population Health, will present her project defense on Monday, April 15, 2024, at 10:00 AM in LARC 108.

The title of her project is "Utilization of a screening tool to facilitate hospice referral in critical care.” If you wish to attend but cannot do so in person, please click the button below.

Lilian Onwuka

DNP Candidate in Population Health, will present her project defense on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at 10:00 AM in LARC 108. 

The title of her project is "Smiling Mind: Impacting Stress, Anxiety, and Depression through a Mental health Mobile App.” If you wish to attend but cannot do so in person, please use the following link to join Zoom.

2024-25 Elevated Peer Mentor Application

Peer mentors help to ease the college transition and strengthen students' belonging and sense of community on campus. Students are uniquely qualified to help their peers succeed. By guiding, advising, and encouraging their fellow Thunderwolves, Elevated Mentors enhance students' experience during the most important times of their college journeys. This paid opportunity allows current mentors to stay involved on campus and maintain connections with other students. It will also provide leadership training and experience.

Application closes at 11:59pm MST on April 10.

Minimum Qualifications

- Be able to commit to the full 2024-2025 academic year

- Have successfully completed at least one semester at CSU Pueblo (one year for graduate mentors)

- Be registered with Mentor Collective

- Have and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above (3.0 for graduate mentors)

- Be in good conduct standing

- Have excellent communication skills

- Demonstrate time management skills

- Availability outside of class schedule

- Use their activated CSU Pueblo student email

Preferred Qualifications

- Have experience as a mentor

- Experience with Zoom video calls (for grad mentors and ES mentors)

- Multilingual, Spanish-speaking

Compensation

$15 to $25 per hour

2024 Diversity in Health Care Scholarship

For Minorities pursuing a degree leading to a career as clinical professionals that may include, nursing, nurse practitioner, social work, or other related clinical professions.  

Award: $5,000 

Deadline: May 1, 2024   

BHW Scholarship

For women who are pursuing a master's degree and are majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics during the 2024 school year. 

Award: $3,000 

Deadline: April 15, 2024

Morris K. Udall and John S. McCain III Native American Graduate Fellowship

For Native American or Alaska Native graduate students currently pursuing an advanced degree in a healthcare-related field. 

Award: $25,000 

Deadline: May 17, 2024, 11:59 PM PDT 

UCAR Next Generation Fellowship

The UCAR Next Generation graduate Fellowship is a prestigious, multi-faceted opportunity to explore the interplay between scientific research, diversity and inclusion, and public policy within Earth Systems Science. 

Chemistry, biology, and engineering majors are encouraged to apply. 

Award: $40,00 over two years 

Deadline: May 31, 2024 

Advance. Grow. Accelerate. (AGA) Scholarship

AGA is the association that connects and empowers financial related professionals. 

Accounting majors are encouraged to apply. 



Award: $3,000 



Deadline: June 11, 2024 

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