Welcome to all Nursing Alumni and Friends!
Benefits of becoming a member of the UW Alumni Association NURSING CHAPTER
Purpose:
Provide and support opportunities for mentoring, networking, and communicating with current students and alumni from the Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing (FWWSON) and establish connections with the FWWSON, UW, UWAA, and alumni across the nation and the world. Being involved with the UW Alumni Association Nursing Chapter (UWAANC) allows us to give back for an education for which we are tremendously grateful. Below are some reasons to get involved:
Mentoring Opportunities:
- Support transition from student nurse to professional nurse by connecting with senior students during their capstone practicum.
- Assist in resume writing and job placements by reviewing student resumes in our Resume Blitz.
- Expose students to various areas of nursing in Speed Mentoring sessions.
- Offer suggestions for our NCLEX Tips Flyer.
- Nominate an outstanding mentor for the Memorable Mentor Award.
- Enhance students' interviewing skills in mock interviews.
Networking Opportunities:
- Attend the UW Nursing Alumni Meet and Greet on Homecoming weekend.
- Interact with students and agency representatives at the annual Career Fair.
- Attend FWWSON or Alumni Association events.
- Connect with other nursing alumni via nursing chapter activities, events, and online communications.
Annual Membership in the UW Alumni Association = Membership in UW Alumni Associations Nursing Chapter:
- $50 per year for single annual membership.
- $600 for single lifetime membership (annual payment of $120 for 5 years or a one-time payment of $600).
- $300 for single lifetime membership if senior 65+ (annual payment of $60 for 5 years or a one-time payment of $300).
- Joint annual and lifetime memberships also available.
Membership Includes:
UWyo magazine, limited UW football and basketball ticket discounts, and discounts to stores/organizations such as Brown & Gold Outlets, Hilton Garden Inn Laramie, North American Can Lines, University Store, UW Fine Arts Ticket Office, and UW Half Acre Recreation and Wellness Center.
More Information - email uwnursingalumni@uwyo.edu or a board member!
Co-Presidents: Colleenn Lang - Holly Miller
Co-Vice Presidents: Henry Ferriera - Maria Kinder
Co-Secretaries: Sami Mizokami - Dani Porter
