NEWBURGH- Mount Saint Mary College honored 35 graduates of its prestigious Nursing program at a pinning ceremony on Friday.
“The journey to become a registered, professional nurse is not an easy one,” said Linda Kelly, associate professor of Nursing, as she welcomed the Class of 2023 and their families. “These students have just reached a milestone…and are prepared to make the transition from student nurse to graduate nurse.”
Lynette DeBellis, associate professor of Nursing, chair of the School of Nursing, and Mount alumna, congratulated the students on a job well done during her keynote.
“Embrace the diversity of your colleagues and learn from one another,” said DeBellis, adding, “Nurses have a unique perspective of understanding how precious life is…Nursing is not just a profession.”
To close out the ceremony, the proud graduates recited “A Nurse’s Prayer,” which speaks of dedicating one’s life to helping others.
