After an injury she suffered, she wanted to help support patients who went through similar experiences. Grainne, a nursing student in her senior year, always knew she wanted to be a nurse. Grainne explained that it's a very empowering experience to be able to get this knowledge from being a part of student government and getting to see behind the scenes to help make certain decisions. Their desire is for students to gain a better understanding of the curriculum and expand upon networking opportunities. We're all here for academics, but there's so much more CHP has to offer, and we want to make students aware of that." -Alexa SlackĬreating a strong and welcoming community while encouraging collaboration between all the different CHP programs is the main goal for Alexa and Grainne. "We want to get more students involved and excited about CHP's opportunities. In addition, SGA gives students support for their ideas to promote diversity and inclusion within an educational setting. This role allows them to be part of the many changes within the rapidly growing health care field. We're all here for academics, but there's so much more CHP has to offer, and we want to make students aware of that," said Alexa. They took on this position to build connections between students and professors within all CHP programs. Health Science student Alexa Slack and Nursing student Grainne McGinley are CHP's Pleasantville Campus SGA ambassadors. Student Government Ambassadors (SGA) for the College of Health Professions (CHP) are inspired by advocating for students just like they will be advocating for patients.
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