Stories

NDMU has not only prepared me to meet the clinical expectations of my position, but also has provided me a quality education that allows me to critically think through any situation. The NDMU nursing program has a strong focus on teamwork and communication. These two qualities are essential in the critical care setting and I will use these skills to interact efficiently with my patients and coworkers. What's Next for Allison: University of Maryland Medical Center in the Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit

I will use what I have learned at NDMU to help me be a leader in the nursing field. I will be able to become the confident and competent nurse, because of the opportunities and experiences NDMU has offered me. What's Next for Alexandra: Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore

NDMU has taught me the value of a liberal arts education by empowering me, as a woman, with the tools necessary to make my dreams come true. What's Next for Adam: School of Pharmacy at NDMU

The Renaissance Institute welcomed William Zorzi; journalist and screen writer from Show Me a Hero for a group discussion with the class inspired by the miniseries.

I got a chance to meet new people; I ran into some hardships and successfully overcame them. Experiencing the first Notre Dame cross country team will forever stay with me.

By becoming a student-athlete at NDMU, I expanded my family; who are my teammates and coaches. For 3 months, we spend at least 12 hours a week with each other to play the one thing that we love: lacrosse. We bond and get to know each other during the season and create relationships that are unforgettable.

I believe it is a privilege to work with our young women and to see them grow into confident, accomplished pre-professionals—and to play even a small part in that growth.

Antoinella uses her degree and internship experiences to help at-risk youth through several after-school programs, including her F.A.M.E. (Fashion, Art, Mentoring, and Etiquette) Design program.

I was able to play with children in my AdvoCaring group and meet the wonderful teachers completely dedicated to them. The look in those children’s eyes when we had a health fair geared towards them is something I will never forget.

Queenstar Akrong, who has a bachelor’s degree in political science and a concentration in international affairs, is currently serving as a Congressional intern on Capitol Hill. Born in Ghana but currently residing in Maryland, Queenstar’s passion for education advocacy, specifically for marginalized communities and developing countries, is the driving force behind her work.