Underrepresented nursing students are most successful when recruited and supported academically to promote their progression through college and beginning employment as a nurse.

Emotional / Moral Support

• Peer mentoring
• Professional support organizations:
  • National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) Nebr. Chapter
    NAHN.neb@gmail.com
  • Omaha Black Nurse Association (OBNA)
    https://www.facebook.com/OmahaBlackNursesAssociation
  • American Assembly of Men in Nursing (AAMN) Omaha Chapter
    AAMNOMAHA@gmail.com
  • National Indian Nurses Association
    https://www.nainausa.com/gpage3.html
  • Diversity In Nursing
    Diversitynursing.com

College Counseling Services

• Professional/faculty mentoring
• Minority professional organizations
• Peer to peer faculty mentoring
• Clarkson College Gateway Scholarship Program

Professional Socialization

• Summer internships/residency programs (Contact local healthcare facilities)
• Celebrations for academic success
• Motivational speakers (see Nursing Speaker’s Bureau)
• Academic and career advising, and technical support

Explore the Following Resources

• Academic Success Center
• Tutoring Services
• Test taking skills
• Open lab/recitation
• Campus technical support
• Campus Career Services
• Financial Resources for nursing students

Applying for Your First Job

• Writing your resume and preparing for interview – Courtesy of Aureus Medical.