Meet the Nursing Students' Association of New York's (NSANYS)
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2021-2022 Board of Directors |
Meet the 2021-2022 Board of Directors
Jordyn is extremely grateful to serve her second term on the NSANYS Board as the President after previously serving as the Breakthrough to Nursing Director. She is currently a third year nursing student at Molloy College, and is expected to graduate in December of 2022. Jordyn has also served as the Student Representative on the ANA-NY Education Committee, and worked to advocate for the interests of nursing students during the Coronavirus Pandemic. Although she loves her home in sunny San Diego, she has enjoyed the change of pace that comes with living on the East Coast. Alongside her nursing classes, she is passionate about tutoring fellow nursing students in Pharmacology, working as a Resident Assistant in Molloy College's Residence Halls, and works as a barista at a local coffee shop. Jordyn has a wide variety of interests, including wedding photography, exercise science, hiking, and music performance. Jordyn approaches life with optimism and fervor, and she plans on bringing her fervor to the table as the President of NSANYS.
Amanda Loo is a junior at Stony Brook University School of Nursing and is the current Policy and Education Director of the Stony Brook Student Nurses’ Association. She is honored to be on the NSANYS Executive Board of Directors serving as the Co-Vice President for the 2021-2022 term. She is excited to collaborate with hard-working colleagues and implement new ideas for the NSANYS annual convention. Amanda’s interests in nursing began when she shadowed a nurse at Southside Hospital. From this encounter, she pictured herself working well in this fast-paced environment alongside other diligent healthcare providers. As a volunteer at Stony Brook Hospital her passion for nursing grew immensely. The nurses she saw took pride in their work and inspired her. Upon applying to Stony Brook University as a pre-nursing major, she was granted nursing scholars, giving her immediate entrance into the nursing program. Since then, Amanda has become a member of the Campus Community Emergency Response Team (C-CERT). As an emergency first responder, she practices and trains others in medical operations, fire safety and team organization. Through her experiences, she has gained valuable skills to aid her in her career as a nurse. After graduating from Stony Brook in 2022, Amanda plans to work as a critical care nurse and continue her education to ultimately become a nurse anesthetist.
Rosabel Wu is a Junior in the traditional nursing program proudly studying at New York University. She is expected to graduate in May of 2022 and is hoping to gain experience in pediatrics oncology or ICU after graduation. Rosabel is very involved in her nursing community at NYU. She serves on the Nursing Student Government at NYU and is in the process of starting a chapter of NYU-SNA so that students can have the opportunity to network with other motivated nursing students outside of NYU. Besides student government, she is also the Vice President of the Pediatrics Nursing Student Association and is involved in leadership initiatives with Men In Nursing. Through her involvement, her vision is to encourage nursing students to become future leaders in the workplace. Outside of nursing, Rosabel is very passionate about fitness and building self confidence through improving one's physical and mental health. She has been consistently weightlifting and training at the gym for 4 years now and loves sharing fitness tips and advice to people who are just starting out. As someone who once battled various eating disorders and body image struggles, she hopes to help others who are battling a similar journey to feel more confident in their own skin. After nursing school, using her experience with nutrition and fitness, she also hopes to become a certified personal trainer to help others achieve their health and fitness goals and feel more empowered. Rosabel is very excited to be serving as NSANYS 2021-2022 co-Vice President and is looking forward to planning an inspiring and empowering state convention for 2022!
Marcella is currently a sophomore in the honors program at Molloy College, working toward a traditional Baccalaureate degree in nursing. She is expected to graduate with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in May 2023 and is eager to see where her interests take her. Beginning in her freshman year, she had become a very active member of the Molloy community. As a freshman, she was a Programming Assistant on Molloy Student Government, an active member of the Molloy Nursing Student Association, a Clarinetist in the Molloy College Sinfonietta, a Student Ambassador, Desk Attendant, and a New Student Orientation Leader. Additionally, she now serves as the Programming Coordinator on Molloy Student Government and a Resident Assistant in Molloy College’s Residence Halls. Her goal is to give back to others as much as she has gratefully received. She is honored to serve as the Secretary of the 2021-2022 Nursing Students’ Association of New York’s Board of Directors. Outside of nursing, Marcella enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, going on walks, biking, traveling, and both listening and playing music on her clarinet and guitar. She is very excited to work with her fellow board members to reach out and connect to nursing students from all over the state.
Lauren Lodico is from Queens, NY and is a sophomore nursing student at Molloy College. She is a student in the traditional BSN program with a minor in Writing and is expected to graduate in May of 2024. Ever since she was a little girl, she wanted to be a part of the medical field. For her seventh birthday, she got a white coat with “Dr. Lauren,” printed on it and wore it until it didn’t fit anymore. She hopes to further her education by going back to school for her NP and eventually DNP, with the goal of having the pleasure of teaching future nursing students. She also aspires to either specialize in women’s health or psych and hopes to one day, be a nurse for Disney World! Her hobbies include playing with her cocker spaniels, watching Disney movies, spending time with her loved ones, singing, and writing. Currently, she works at a psychiatric doctor’s office on Long Island and previously, she served as the Mid-Hudson Regional Director on the NSANYS board. She serves the Molloy Nursing Student Association as the Co-Communications Director. She is very excited to be the Treasurer for NSANYS for the 2022-2023 term and even more to meet so many nursing students!
Shalet Paul is a freshman at Molloy College. She is expected to graduate with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in May 2024. Her main aim is to use her position to expand NSANYS’ social media presence and to help nursing students fostering knowledge relevant to the needs of the public. Shalet used to volunteer at Nassau University Medical Center in labor and maternity wards and had an opportunity to shadow a Nurse-midwife and Neonatal nurse. This amazing experience opened her eyes to her interest in the nursing profession. She is also an active member of her school chapter Molloy Student Nursing Association and other clubs. Outside of nursing, Shalet enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, playing volleyball, singing, and helping out in her community. She is looking forward to expanding her leadership skills as a result of her role on the board, and she is optimistic about her future in the nursing profession. Shalet is beyond excited to be a part of the Board of Directors of NSANYS 2021-2022 term and she's looking forward to work alongside her fellow board members and future nurses.
Anna Kulikowski is a first year nursing student at the New York University and is expected to graduate in 2025. She is an active member within the nursing community at the Rory Meyers College of Nursing where Anna is the Social Media Chair for Student Nurses for Advocacy and Policy. She is eager to use the platform she has to initiate conversation, provoke change, and be an advocate. Anna want to become a registered nurse to care for those in need and improve the quality of healthcare provided within low-income communities. She wants to be an advocate for her patients and be able to provide them with access to all the resources available to ensure they receive the proper care they need. Outside of Anna’s professional interests, she loves to journal, take care of her plants, and go on hikes. Anna is excited to bring her passions and interests to NSANYS to learn with her fellow members about community health and its importance through educational events and opportunities. She is delighted to be serving on the Board of Directors for NSANYS 2022-23 term.
Adriana is a nursing student at Manhattanville College, and is expected to graduate in December of 2021. Adriana had the honor to help her faculty advisor start a School Chapter at her college. She is the first President of the Nursing Students' Association at her school. Her goal is to not only help her patients and fellow classmates, but to also inspire them. In her free time, she loves to bake for her friends and family. After graduation, she hopes to work as a neonatal nurse. As she has been going through nursing school she is also open to being a pediatric oncology nurse. Adriana is so grateful and hopes to help and motivate minorities and nursing students. She is honored to have this opportunity and looks forward to what is to come being the Breakthrough to Nursing Director for the 2021-2022 term!
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My name is Brianna Augustin. She is currently a freshman at Molloy College with a major in nursing. She is an active member in the Molloy Nursing Student Association. Outside the classroom, She volunteer at a retirement home where she lead interactive activities for the residents to enjoy. She possess an immense fervor for helping others in need. She assist in tutoring middle school children who have difficulty in mathematics, science, and reading. She is eager to begin my clinical rotations this upcoming semester and immerse herself in the nursing profession!
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Rebecca Mei is a senior undergraduate nursing student at Molloy College and is expected to graduate in December 2021. Her grandmother’s caring and generous personality inspired her to do the same by pursuing a career in nursing. She is currently working at St. Joseph's Hospital as a Nursing Assistant and is assisting Northwell Health with their Community Vaccination Pods. She also serves as Co-Communications Director on the Molloy Nursing Student Association executive board and this will be her first year joining the NSANYS's executive board. Rebecca hopes to inspire nursing students to get involved with nursing organizations such as NSANYS. Rebecca is currently unaware of what field she would like to pursue but is highly interested in pediatric or mother/baby nursing.
Davon is a senior at Farmingdale State College and is expected to graduate with his Bachelor of Science in Nursing in December 2022. He is hoping to work in the ICU after graduation. Davon is very involved in his nursing community at Farmingdale State College, he serves on the Student Nurse’s Association board of executives and is a peer mentor. Through his involvement, he plans to build community and inspire nursing students to become future leaders in the workplace. Davon works as a home health aide and patient care tech. Outside of nursing, Davon loves photography, traveling, and being a plant-dad. Davon is very excited to be serving as the Co- Regional Director Chair and the Western Regional Director of the Nursing Students’ Association of New York State for the 2022-2023 term.
Aryanna Adalin is a freshman at Molloy College pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She is expected to graduate in May 2024. Following graduation, Aryanna plans to gain critical care experience, then return to graduate school to further advance her education. Aryanna chose to pursue nursing in order to become a part of a fulfilling field that has a direct impact on the wellbeing of others. The past three generations of her family have engaged in the nursing profession, and it is an element of family that she holds near and dear to her heart. At school, Aryanna serves as a Student Activities Assistant on Molloy’s Student Government. In this position, she works to foster communication and collaboration between clubs on campus in order to provide aid in planning activities. She is also an active member of the Molloy Student Nursing Association and the Molloy Asian Student Association. In her spare time, Aryanna enjoys traveling, singing and giving back to the community. Aryanna is thankful for the opportunity to serve as the Co-Regional Director Chair and Central Regional Director for the 2021-2022 term. As a member of the board, she hopes to strengthen collaboration, cultivate change and encourage nursing students to participate in future NSANYS events. She looks forward to meeting and working with people whose experiences and ideas motivate her and others to work together for the purpose of creating a positive impact.
