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The Heart of Healthcare
Request InformationThank You for Being Essential
Nursing can be a choice, a passion, or a calling. But whatever leads you to the profession, you’ll find yourself at the very heart of healthcare. Nurses are at the core of healing, serving as leaders, supporters, caregivers, and compassionate professionals.
Throughout May, Walden is celebrating nurses and their leadership, heart, and commitment. In addition to our gratitude and appreciation for the vital role you play, Walden also supports your ongoing learning and development through coursework, seminars, and nursing events. We encourage you to revisit this page for new communications and activities as Walden continues to support nurses throughout the year.
How One Walden Grad Is Serving Disadvantaged Communities in Texas
Dr. Alvin Mena Cantero is a Cuban refugee physician who came to the U.S. and started his educational journey with Walden University. He has been sowing seeds of social change in Houston, Texas, and around the globe.
Congratulations, 2020 Walden Nursing Graduates!
Congratulations to each of our 2,500+ nursing graduates in 2020! Along with your family, friends, and colleagues, we are proud of everything you have accomplished and can’t wait to see you use your Education for Good.®
Thank You for Being Essential
As a nurse, you have to opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. There are countless examples of how nurses have served their communities during the pandemic. Walden thanks you for everything you do—and for being essential every day.
With a Degree From Walden University, You Can Make a Greater Difference
Meet Anna, a nurse who went to the frontlines of the COVID-19 crisis in New York. Listen to her story of tragedy and resilience, and learn more about how she’s achieving her dream of becoming a family nurse practitioner.
At Walden, we believe a good education is an Education for Good.®
Learn About Walden’s Nursing Programs
Learn how our robust programs and student support services help nurses advance their education and gain valuable credentials and experience.
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25% Savings for Nurses*
During National Nurses Month, we are proud to offer special savings on individual nursing and health courses through our School of Lifelong Learning. Classes start May 31!
Invest in YouJoin Our Nursing Webinars!
Nurses never stop learning. Continue your professional development through Walden’s nursing webinars.
Explore the Opportunities!Alumni Events
The Walden journey doesn’t have to end at graduation. Walden grads become part of our strong, supportive alumni community. Join us for one of our events supporting National Nurses Month and learn new skills, network with alumni, and discover what’s new at Walden.
| date | event | information | |
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| May 10, 8 p.m. ET | Alumni Coffee Chat With Anna Slayton | Connect with Walden grad Anna Slayton, who spent three months in the COVID-19 unit of a long-term care center in Manhattan. Learn about her personal, educational, and professional nursing journey. | Register |
| May 12, 3–4 p.m. ET | Nursing Career Fair |
Connect with national and regional employers who are looking for passionate, qualified nurses like you at the Walden University Nursing Job Fair. | Register |
| May 18, 7:30 p.m. ET | Find Out What’s New With Our DNP Program | Join Dr. Diane Whitehead, contributing faculty member and 2020 Presidential Award for Faculty Excellence honoree, as she shares new changes to our Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. | Register |
I was able to further my education without pausing my life. I was also appreciative of how Walden handled obstacles that presented due to COVID-19.
Lavonte McDaniel MSN-FNP Graduate
I could not have made it through without my Academic Coach who made me accountable for my goals and helped me every step of the way.
Crystal Williams MSN-Nursing Education (Tempo Learning®) Graduate
My biggest accomplishment was to obtain my dream job as a chief nursing officer. Walden has equipped me to excel in my career and begin to impact social change in my practice.
Elizabeth Rivera-Rodriguez DNP Graduate
I enjoyed my studies at Walden University, including the structure of the courses and the availability of the library, academic advising, and technical support.
Marilyn Pusey BSN Graduate
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