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Hello! I am Kasandra and I live in Tyler, TX. I currently am not working but seeking for a job in health care (because of the experience I can gain and their flexibility with a busy nursing student schedule). I am in nursing school because it is what I always wanted to be and I absolutely love taking care of people and being a part of their recovery process. The most amazing thing in my life is knowing that I can do anything with the help of God if I just put my mind to it!

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Hi, my name is Bethany and I live in Tyler for school and work. I currently work at Tyler Internal Medicine. I originally wanted to be a registered dietitian and graduated from TCU with a B.S in Dietetics and while I still love nutrition and anything food related, nursing is a better fit for me and is a great way I can serve God and others. I want to be a nurse because I love caring for others, especially during difficult times. The most amazing things in my life are my family, friends, & my two cats :)

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Hi Everyone! My name is Faith. I live in Tyler now, but grew up in Lindale and Quitman, Texas. For almost 3 years I lived in Fort Polk, Louisiana. I am 23, a couple years older than most people in level 2. I have worked as a pharmacy technician and waitress, but currently I am a barista. I am in nursing school because I like to do things for people and the healthcare field has always interested me! The most amazing thing about my life is just the opportunities I have had, and I can't wait to see what my future in nursing holds.

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Hey my name is Abbey, I am from Houston, TX, but currently reside here in Tyler for school. I previously worked as a Unit Tech for Christus Trinity Mother Frances and during the summers I work at a country club in Houston. Making others laugh and smile and knowing one day I could be change in someone's life is one of the many reasons I chose Nursing. The most amazing thing in my life is my mom. She is my absolute best friend and is my number 1 supporter, I am so thankful to be blessed with someone like her.

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Hey! My name is Shelby Sims. I live in Tyler. I do not currently have a job, just trying to focus on school. I am in nursing school because I want to be able to help people in a healthcare environment. My family is the most important thing in my life.

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Hey! My name is Shauna Mathew. I'm from Dallas. I do not work currently but I was a dance teacher up until I started nursing school. I plan to get a job at either ETMC or Mother Frances this summer! I always knew that I wanted to do something in the medical field but it was only after shadowing my aunt in the NICU, that i decided I definitely wanted to be a nurse. I love helping people and I hope to make a difference in peoples' life as a nurse. The most amazing things in my life are my family and friends. Without them, I would not be where I was today.

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Hi, my name is Lindsey Herrington and I live in Lindale, Tx. I am currently not working. I have always wanted to have a career somewhere in the medical field. I chose nursing because I feel that they have more interaction with caring for patients. I hope to work in labor and delivery. My family is the most amazing thing in my life.

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My name is Kayla Konon and I have lived in Tyler for the past 13 years which is where most of my family lives. I babysit and nanny occasionally but not consistently. So technically I don't have a job. I started out wanting to be a dentist and got a BS in Biology but in my senior year decided that I wanted to change that and decided to pursue a nursing degree after I graduated. The most amazing thing in my life is probably my family. We are a super close family and I don't know what I'd do without them. And I'm super obsessed with my dog Sasha!

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Hello my name is Lauren McCann.  I am from Colleyville, Texas (in the DFW area) and I currently work in the Patriot Zone in the UC at UT Tyler.  I have always wanted to be a nurse, ever since my ankle surgery as a kid.  I have always been one to help others and what better way to do that than be a nurse!  The most amazing thing about my life is that I am able to walk around on two feet, wake up breathing everyday and have a God who loves me.

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Hey ya'll, my name is Stormie and I live in Tyler but am originally from Houston. I work as a P.E. teacher at a small private school and absolutely love it! I am excited about this semester because I want to eventually work in psych nursing as I have a passion for those with mental and emotional disorders. I am in nursing school because I believe that is the best way to use my skill set to serve in this area. I think the most amazing thing in my life is my amazing support group and relationship with the Lord that has helped me overcome struggles of my own and has restored me in such a way that I can be of maximum service to others now. It's too stinkin' cool.

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Hello, my name is Valeria and I live in Tatum, Tx. I worked for Dillard's until recently to focus on school. The reason behind my decision for going to nursing school is because I would like to be a missionary nurse. I was once a small child in rural Mexico suffering from severe anemia. I was unable to get help until a team of Canadian Missionary Nurses came and gave my community aid. Ever since that day, I was inspired to help others the way that I was helped. The most amazing thing in my life is my great-grandmother and my siblings. I owe them everything.

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Hello everyone! My name is Amanda Bovard, I go by Amanda. I live in Jacksonville Texas and have lived here for the majority of my life. I really love being from a small town. I am currently not working, school is my focus right now. I am in nursing school because I want to be that nurse that shows compassion and help someone like I have been helped (my oldest son had two surgeries before he was a year old). What is the most amazing thing about your life? I would say that would have to be my family. I have a wonderful family (including my in-laws) who support me and are there for me without question. This has helped me tremendously through school, without their support it would have been very difficult for me

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Hello! My name is Hannah Pearson & I am from Granbury, TX but live here in Tyler for school. I wait tables a lot during the breaks in school but do not work during the semesters. I am in nursing school because I always found the medical field interesting, but more importantly love working with & caring for/loving on people. I interned with a ministry a couple summers ago & spent a good amount of time taking homeless people/women in the sex industry to doctors appointments & was always so fascinated with the fact these doctors/nurses did their services for free, and loved these people who were so used to being rejected. I decided then I wanted to work in a field that had more to offer than just a paycheck, but love & compassion & relationships with all kinds of people. Not to mention how nursing is such a versatile career choice & leaves me with so many options. The most amazing things in my life would be my adorable 3 year old niece, & my family & friends that support and love me so much.

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Hi, my name is Amy Cox. I am originally from Dallas, but I currently live in Tyler. I do not have a job but I play golf for the university and between golf and nursing school, I do not have a lot of free time. I am in nursing school because I love caring for and meeting new people. The most amazing thing about my life are my family and friends because they continue to support me in everything I do.

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My name is Jeremy, and that is what I answer to... hey you works as well. I live in LIndale. I am a full time student, husband, and father. I am in Nursing school for several reasons. Chief among them would be the experience I had losing my mother to cancer. The nurses that both helped and hurt her battle made a huge impact on my life. I want to be one of the ones that helps plain and simple. The most amazing thing about my life is my family. They know me inside and out and still manage to smile when I walk through the door.

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Howdy! My name is Zehra, (pronounced like Sarah, but starting with a Z). I am 24 years young. I'm very friendly and outgoing, and love to help others! I grew up in Canton, TX, moved to College Station in 2011 for school and graduated from Texas A&M in May, 2015.  l now live here, in Tyler!
I don't work now, but my most recent job was at a nursing home, as a CNA, and a sales associate at Victoria's Secret. I'm in nursing school because of past, family experiences; my mother was ill for a long part of my life and witnessing how having a good, versus bad nurse, was a major influence in her day and recovery pretty much inspired me. I want to be the good nurse. A favorite quote of mine is, "They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel." - Mary Angelou. I believe it was a calling. I also come from a long line of nurses/HCP from many different cultural backgrounds, so that also plays a factor in why I love the field so much! I'd really like to go into NICU, LD, or women's health, but other fields (trauma, anesthesiology, and orthopedics) have caught my eye. I know I'll find my place :)  I can't say just one thing that is amazing about my life - personally I think life on it's own is amazing. I do particularly love my family, friends, and my goofy dog, Carter. Oh, and coffee. For the future, I'd like to pursue a Master's of Nursing eventually and become an FNP. I look forward to this semester and I can't wait to work with you guys :) Best of luck!

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My name is Allison and I am from Rockwall, TX but i currently live in Tyler. I am not working at the moment. I am nursing school because I have always had a passion for helping and taking care of others. The most amazing in my life are my friends and family, they support me through every decision and I wouldn't be where I am without them.

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My name is Mallory Alexander. I am from Waskom, Texas, but I live in Tyler for school. I used to work back at home but I currently do not have a job in Tyler. I am in nursing school because I love helping others and taking care of people! The best part of my life is my family and friends! I am blessed with family who support me in everything I do, and I am truly thankful for that!

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Hey yall, My name is Caitlin I go by either Caitlin or Cait. I live in Tyler, Texas. I currently work at Olive Garden as a server. My grandmother was a nurse in WW2 and both of my sisters are nurses at CTMFH, so I guess you could say nurses run in my family! I have always been fascinated with the human body and also with helping others, so this is the perfect profession for me. The most amazing thing in my life is the God I serve! Jesus, my family, friends, and my dog, Swoop, are some of the most important things to me!

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Hello! My name is Pipa. I live in Tyler, and I work at James Avery. I am in nursing school for several different reasons. While I only have distant family members who are nurses, I have grown up with two of my four siblings being Type I diabetics, which has given me insight into how much medical care is truly necessary and different for every individual. Nursing was not something I was immediately drawn to, but the more I learn in this field the more interested I am in the many opportunities available. The most amazing thing in my life is by far and away my family.

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Hi I’m Claudia!!!! I currently live in Tyler with my husband and my little bear cub, who is also the most important thing in the world to me. I work at ETMC as an LVN and I love nursing so much, such a great career and so rewarding. I am at UT for nursing school to further my education to provide for my cub.  Im super excited to get this semester started.

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My name is Madie and I am from Chandler, Tx. I live at home with my parents and I work for them at our family restaurant. I am in nursing school because the human body is intriguing to me, and also because I have a pretty big heart, even though it may not seem like it at times... The most amazing thing about my life is my family and friends love and support and the fact that I am able be here at 19 years old, changing peoples lives! It really is the little things.

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Hi, my name is Laney and I am from Houston but living in Tyler for school. I work as a nanny for 2 children with special needs. I am in nursing school so that I can eventually move internationally and provide medical care for people around the world. The most amazing thing about my life is how faithful God has been to bring me to this place with such incredible people supporting me.

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Hello, my name is Allison. I am from Arlington, TX but I moved to Tyler back in 2015 for school. I do not currently have a job. I am in nursing school because I want to put a smile on the face of others. I know that people are in pain when they are in the hospital, and I want to lighten their mood. The most amazing thing about my life is that I have a passion for traveling and because of that, I have been to eight different countries.

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Hi my name is Kaitlyn, I am from San Antonio, but live on campus in Tyler. I do not have a job right now so I can focus on school. I am in nursing school because from a young age I have always wanted to help others and by becoming a nurse I will be able to do that. The most amazing thing about my life is my friends and family that are supporting me through nursing school, and of course my dog.

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Hello everyone! I go by Sarah Beth ( a good southern name-lol).  We just currently moved to Tyler from Palestine, and I am loving the commute now. I'm not currently working right now, because nursing school is a full time job the way I see it. Before starting nursing school, I was a Graduate Teacher's Assistant in Cognitive Psychology at UT Tyler. I love psychology & nursing, so I would like to pursue a career in psychiatric nursing. The most amazing thing in my life is my family and all the love and support that they offer me.

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Hello, I go by Meredith or Mer. I am originally from Fort Worth but currently live in Jacksonville. I work front desk at Care Now. I am in nursing school because I love medicine. Most amazing thing in my life is my super cute niece who is the perfect birth control;)

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Hi guys, I am Moriah. I'm from Tyler. I wanted to be a nurse so I can help others and hopefully make a difference in some way. The most amazing thing right now has been the traveling I have done in the last few years. I was able to go to 5 countries in 2016 alone. My picture is of me and my friends in Israel. I am the one in the skirt.

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Hey everyone, My name Dominica, but people call me Mini. I live in Tyler and work for Christus Trinity Mother Frances as a phlebotomist. I want to be a nurse because I love to help people and have a strong fascination with the human body. The most amazing thing about my life is that there is never a dull moment.

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Hi my name is Jenny, I currently live in Tyler but I'm from Houston. I work at Mother France's hospital as a unit tech. I have always wanted to be a nurse and nursing school has always been a goal of mine. Friends are one of the most amazing things in my life.

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Hey I'm Majid I live in tyler, I do not have a job right now but hopefully will once the semester ends. I am in nursing school because it is one of my goals I need to accomplish. the most amazing thing in my life are my family and friends.

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Hi my name is Grace. I am from Arlington, TX but live in Tyler during the school year. I currently do not have a job. I am in nursing school because I knew I wanted to do something in the medical field and I like the fast pace of things. The most amazing thing about my life are my family and the friends I have made in Tyler. I don't know where I would be without them.

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Hi my name is Kim Jongsma. I’m from Winnsboro, TX but currently live in Tyler for school. I don’t have a job right now. I’m in nursing school because I enjoy helping people and I know that as a nurse I can make a difference in someones life. The most amazing thing about my life would be my family and friends. I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for them!

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Hey! I'm Samantha I go by Sam too, whichever is fine. I live in Tyler, but I am from Newton, Texas. I currently do not work, just a plain-jane full time student. I'm in nursing school because I love the environment of the hospital, and to help people in their times of need. I was an accident prone child so i was in and out of the hospital ER a lot. The most amazing thing in my life has to be the people in it! My family, boyfriend, and friends are the reason I am able to go to school, stay sane, and be (mostly) successful. (:

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Hello! I go by "B" or Beatriz, either is fine, although "B" tends to be a lot easier to remember and pronounce. I live in Tyler during the school year, but I am from Emory, which is a small town by Canton. I don't have a job, job, but I work some Sunday mornings at a Church nursery in downtown Tyler. I've always had a desire to care for others and try my best to make someone feel better. Last summer, I participated in my first medical outreach program, and I think that was an experience that made me realize that nursing is something I am really passionate about, so that is why I'm here! I think the most amazing thing in my life is the love and support from all those that surround me, especially my family and my best friend. They always speak encouraging words to me and show me their support in the greatest of ways.

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Hi! I'm Lori and I live in Tyler. I have worked as a respiratory therapist for the past 8 years. I have been at ETMC for the past 5 of those years and I absolutely love my job, but there is no room for advancement. That is why I have chosen nursing. I am passionate about healthcare and my end-goal is to be a nurse practitioner. The MOST amazing things in my life are my husband and 3 kids. Working full -time, being a wife and mother, and attending nursing school has been the most challenging thing I've ever done. I am just trying to stay focused on the end reward and my babies are what get me though it all!

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Hello! I go by Sarah. During the school year I live here in Tyler, but Dallas is my home. I work on campus at Eagle's Landing Apartments as an RA. During summers I work for a Lexus dealership. I'm in nursing school because once I graduate I want to work with all the babies and help them become healthy, perfect little beings. The most amazing thing about my life is that since I've turned 18, I've gone skydiving 3 times and plan to go once a year until I'm deemed "too old".

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Hey everyone! My name is Sydnie, and I live here in Tyler, but I am originally from Houston, Texas. I currently work at Trinity Mother Frances Hospital as a unit tech and I love it so much that I rarely consider it a job. I decided to pursue nursing because I LOVE people, and what better way to care for people physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually than being a nurse (also wearing comfy scrubs for the rest of my life is a great bonus)! This life I have wouldn't be amazing without my relationship with God and the number of people who surround me and remind me what's really important in life.

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Hello!! My name is Angelica and I prefer to go by Angie, but Angelica is fine too. I am from Houston,Tx. I work as an after school teacher for Tyler ISD at Moore Middle School, this program is funded by our university so they understand that nursing is my biggest priority. I am in nursing school because I have a nurturing heart and believe that here is where my heart is called to be. I enjoy doing for others and the joy of helping someone feel their absolute best. The most amazing thing about my life is my family and my boyfriend, they are the backbone in all that I do and the support they provide has helped me througout college.

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HI! My name's Alyssa and I don't go by anything else. I live here in Tyler and I work at ETMC on the Cardiac Unit. I'm in nursing school because all of the women in my family are nurses and also because I can't see myself doing anything else. The most important/exciting thing in my life right now is my new, first niece!! My boyfriend and dog are also huge important parts of my life.

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My name is Lauren and I live on campus at UT Tyler but I am from Cypress, TX. I do not have a job because I am so busy with school and staying involved on campus, but I used to work at Walgreens as a Pharmacy Technician.I also am applying for a summer internship at a hospital in Houston! I am in nursing school because I want to help people feel better even when they are having one of the worst days of their lives. I feel as though I was called to do this and do not have any clue what else I have a passion for!The most important thing to me in my life, is my family! I come from a very close knit family and I call them every day. I also use them to take a study break when I am very stressed!

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Hey everyone! My name is Alejandra. I currently live in Tyler TX. I do not work. I am in nursing school because I was willing to accept a challenge. I was debating on either being a teacher or a nurse and I figured that by being a nurse I would get the best of both worlds. I enjoy helping others and giving them support in times of need. The most amazing thing about my life is my family and friends. They have always given me the support and motivation to become a better person.

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My name is Rachel, I live in Tyler,TX but I;m from a small town south of Dallas. I work at a place called Children's Village, it's basically a privately owned foster care home. So I get to take care of children who have been removed from bad situations and kind of rebuild their morals ad teach what was never taught to them. I am in nursing school because I have wanted to be a nurse for as long as I can remember. Well there are lots of amazing things in my life but my favorites are my family and friends who are always there to listen to me rant and stress about school.

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Hi, my name is Brittany and I am from Lovelady, TX. I currently live in Tyler and work at Tyler Internal Medicine. I am in nursing school, because I have always had a passion for helping others. There is something so satisfying about seeing how helping others can impact not only the patient's life, but mine as well. The most amazing thing about my life is the support I receive
from my family, friends and boyfriend. I am a huge dog lover, so here's a picture of me and my dog. :)

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Hi my name is Carly and I am from Stephenville, Texas. I played soccer for 2 years here at UT Tyler and met a lot of great friends through that. Here in Tyler I have a miniature dachshund named Arnie and a grey cat named Luna, who occupy a lot of my attention. I chose nursing because I really enjoy helping people, showing them compassion, and the entire health care field is very interesting to me.

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Hi! My name is Rose and I am from Houston, Texas, but I live in Tyler for school. I work at TMF in tyler as a tech. I am in nursing school because I have always had a passion for helping people. Also I wanted a career that had new challenges for me everyday. The most amazing thing about my life is that I have a great support group consisting of friends and family. I am truely blessed.

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Hello everyone! My name is Mayra Aguilar and I live in Brownsboro, Tx. I work at Pop's Chicken in Chandler where they give me very flexible hours! I am in nursing school because I have always enjoyed helping others and feel that in this career I will have the ability to impact other's lives for the better. I am blessed in so many ways, that it will be my way of giving back to my community. The most amazing thing about my life is my family. They push me to be the best I can be and inspire me in ways they don't even know how. My friends are also great and support me in all I do, which I really appreciate!

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Hey guys my name is Devyn and I live here in Tyler for school close to campus but my hometown is Little Elm! I do not currently have a job nor do I need one which is a blessing because I can focus on school and I have amazing and supportive parents to thank for that! I do want to get a nursing tech job over the summer to gain experience! I chose to major in Nursing when I graduated high school because my mom mentioned that she wanted to work with babies in the NICU or nursery at my age but never did so I looked into it and decided that I wanted to pursue nursing! I am also a people person and love being around them and helping others. The most amazing thing about my life is my family and friends who support me and push me to do my best, and my relationship with the Lord which I try to strengthen every day! With out Him I would have nothing and I am so thankful for all of H
is blessing so far in my life.

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Hi my name is Colton and I am from Bullard, a small town just south of Tyler. I chose nursing at a young age. My mom has been an ICU nurse for nearly 27 years. My dream has always been to become a Flight Nurse. Outside of school, I enjoy snowboarding and backpacking.

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Hi my name is Taylor Tarsi and I'm from McKinney,TX. I am currently not working. I am in nursing school because I love that every patient is different and that we will be impacting our patient's lives. The most amazing part of my life is my family, friends and teammates.

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Hi my name is Stephanie and I'm originally from California, but have lived in Tyler most of my life. I bartend at Torchys Taco and serve at shoguns. Nursing is in my blood and I loved when my mom would come home with so many stories!! I've always loved taking care of people and putting other's needs before my own. My family has some medical problems and my boyfriend has CF, so it has always interested me why I was blessed with being healthy. I want to give back and help those less fortunate! The most important things in my life are my family, boyfriend, and two cats that keep me company while at home all day studying! I wouldn't be able to get through all this without them to keep me positive and calm me down when I get over stressed.

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Yo i go by Fabian. I live in Plano, with my parents. I currently do not work anywhere, and I in nursing school cause I really enjoy helping people, and making a difference in their live. The most amazing thing is that I play basketball and that I can dance a lil.

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Hi everyone, my name is Joseph and I'm originally from Rowlett, TX but currently live in Tyler. I used to work as an assistant manager at a shoe store and was a personal trainer at one point. I like to stay active by running and working out. My initial major was nursing when I first started out at UT Tyler but ended up switching and graduated with kinesiology. I've come back to UT to finish my nursing degree. I have family and friends who are nurses so I look up to them and admire them for taking up a challenging and rewarding profession. I look forward to joining them as well! I'm blessed to have family and friends in my life who have been able to support me on my journey through nursing school.

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Hi, my name is Rachel Taylor. I live in Tyler for school but I’m from Athens, TX. I was a receptionist at a fitness/community center in Athens for 2.5 years until two weeks ago when the place closed and I got laid off. So I’m looking for a job in Tyler now. I’m in nursing school because I’ve always wanted to be in the medical field and everything I had learned about nursing swayed me towards it in particular. The most amazing thing about my life right now is my family and friends helping to encourage me through everything.

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Hello, I go by Brittney and I currently live in Tyler for school but I'm originally from Amarillo, Tx. I work at CTMFH as a unit technician, and I love the experience. I am in nursing school because I've always wanted to be in the medical field. I feel like nurses are challenged everyday either physically, emotionally, or mentally, and I enjoy being challenged. The most amazing thing about my life would be my friends, family and boyfriend who support me in everything I do.

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Hey, guys! My name is Rachel, and I am from Henderson, TX. I currently work at Herschel's Restaurant in Henderson. I am in nursing school because I know that God has called me to serve His people in the field of nursing. The most amazing thing about my life is my relationship with God. He has blessed me with the best and biggest ( 7 brothers and sisters and 12 nieces and nephews) family I could ever imagine having. The best thing about having a big family is all of the children that come along with it. They always keep me laughing even during the most stressful times. That's my sweet little niece Cora in the picture with me!!

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Hi my name is Linlee and I am from Mineola, TX. I work at ETMC as a Nurse Tech. I am in nursing school so I can grow as a person while I do what I feel I was called to do, care for people. I know that this job will never get boring and it is a continuous learning environment. I love my family and friends because they support me in whatever I choose to do and show love through it all.

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Hello, my name is Hannah. I am from Lindale, but currently live in Tyler for school and work. I work in the call center at ETMC and babysit whenever possible. I am in nursing school because I've always wanted to help others, and nursing is one of the best ways to accomplish that. The most amazing thing about my life is my support system, which is made up of my family, boyfriend, and friends that help me get through life and school every single day

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Hello, my name is Nicholas Costlow and I am from Whitehouse, TX. I am currently a Pharmacy Technician at Drug Emporium here in Tyler and my hobbies are hunting and fishing. I chose nursing because I have always had an interest in the Medical Field. The most amazing thing about my life is definitely my loving family.

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Hi, my name is Corey Dyer, I live in a small town called Mabank, TX. I currently do not work. I'm in nursing school because I have always liked helping people and being a nurse it gives me the opportunity to help people heal and I also need money to pay off student loans. The most amazing thing in my life is definitely my fiance.

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Hey y'all, my name is Kendall and I am from Forney, TX. I work at ETMC as a Nurse tech. I am in nursing school because I have always loved helping and caring for people to the best of my ability and nursing allows me to do that. I am 100% blessed to have the family and support system that I do. I love them so much for helping me through college and definitely helping me through nursing school.

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Hey! My name is Paige Swift. I am from the Dallas/Fort Worth area but moved to Tyler for nursing school. I have a great support system and the best puppy in the world. Her name is Sadie. I am extremely passionate about nursing because I personally spent most of my early childhood years in the hospital due to some medical issues. I have witnessed the nurses who were there just for the money and those who actually cared about their patients. I want to to be that nurse that brightens each individual. Everyone encounters hardships in life and I want to be their for them.

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Hello everyone. My name is Sunshine Lemmy Kalu. I live in Irving Texas but am currently in Tyler Texas for school. For as long as i can remember, i have always wanted to be a Nurse (apart from that one time i was wishing to be a pilot). Its been a tradition for every single female in my family to be a nurse and i am a third generation nurse. But my desire to be a nurse goes beyond my family influence, its been a passion. At the age of 15 i started nursing school in University of Belize until i had to migrate to the US two years later. Am very excited and grateful for this experience. I love writing and the most amazing thing in my life is God and my family. Can't do without them.

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Hey! My name is Madeline (but it is fine to call me Maddy). I am from Lewisville, but am living in Tyler for school! I have worked at CTMF for the past year as a tech and I love the opportunities it has given me. I have wanted to be a nurse for as long as I can remember. What drew me to nursing is the opportunity to care for people at their worst time. The most amazing thing I have in my life right now is my support system made up for family and friends. They have been there for me through this program and it is really nice to have!

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Hello everyone,
My name is Laura and I go by Laura as well. I currently live in Tyler, Tx. Although hopefully I will be moving soon. I sometimes work with a local landscaping company. I used to work security but quit last year because it was difficult to find a sitter for 14 hours and I was not spending enough time with my kiddo. I am in nursing school because I have always felt a calling for the medical field and it seems that this is the direction that I am being led in to accomplish whatever it is that I am supposed to do. The most amazing thing in my life other than the Lord and everything he has done for me is my soon to be three year old daughter. Her birth was probably the biggest blessing on my life. Although her father and I are divorced, I am very proud of my little one. She is by far cooler than I will ever be.

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Hi my name is Claire and I am from Fort Worth, TX. For the past two years I have worked at Baylor Scott and White in Irving, TX where my mom has worked for several years now. My family is full of nurses which is only a small part of why I have always wanted to be one. I am a very caring person and being able to use that in a profession to not only better my life, but others is an incredible feeling. The most amazing thing in my life would have to be my family and friends who have helped me get to where I am today.

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Hi my name is Caitlyn Mortus. I am from Katy, Tx, but now I live in Tyler since my parents moved to South Carolina. I work for a family here in Tyler as a nanny. I'm in nursing school because of my experience with cancer 7 years ago and how big of an impact my nursing had on me and I want to be able to have the same impact on people one day as well. The most amazing thing about my life would be my friends and family.

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Hello everyone! My name is Heather Cooper and I am from Marshall Tx. I am currently doing babysitting jobs here and there but primarily working on just studying for school. I did however, use to work full time at Sams club as a supervisor, but I just knew that working 40 hours a week plus nursing school wouldn't work out so now I am blessed to just be full time school. I have always had a desire to be in a field like nursing, and so nursing school seem the best route for me. The most amazing thing about my life is the people I get the chance to me and get to know, along with my amazing friends and loving family. Both my family and friends push me to keep up the good work and to never give up!

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Hi. I'm Sarah Ragsdale; I am from Tyler and live with my parents, brother, and crazy dog. I do not currently have a job. I am fortunate enough that my parents let me focus on school. I just kind of happened upon nursing in high school when I really didn't know what I wanted to do. I enjoy helping people and showing care and compassion to others. Obviously my family and friends are amazing but the most amazing thing in my life currently is my crazy dog who was battle a tumor and had to have his leg amputated this past August. He's made a miraculous recovery and is back to his crazy self.

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Hello my name is Shelbie and I am from Paris Tx but I currently live in Tyler for school. I work as a unit tech at Christus Trinity Mother Frances. I am in nursing school because as far back as I can remember all I wanted to do was help people and nursing is one thing that has always been close to my heart. The most amazing thing about my life would have to be a tie between all of my friends and family and how much they have supported me throughout the course of my life and also my awesome dog that is basically my child and makes me the crazy dog mom that I am! (:

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Hey guys, I go by Catie and I am from Flower Mound, TX. Currently I don't work. I'm in nursing school because I've always enjoyed taking care of people and I love wearing scrubs. The most amazing things in my life are family, my boyfriend, and my puppy. I have a 7.5 month old Siberian Husky and she is my first dog ever. Although it's hard to juggle a puppy and nursing school at the same time, she brings me so much joy and she definitely helps bring down the stress level.

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My full name is Ashley Brittany Brown but I go by Brittany. I am from Crandall Texas but as of right now I live in Tyler. I work at the University Center here at UT Tyler as the manager of facility operations. I am in nursing school so that I can challenge myself, make my family proud, and to have a career in which I am able to provide for my future family. The most amazing thing in my life is my friends and my family who give me the love and support that I need to make it through nursing school

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Hi my name is Katherine and I am from Fort Worth TX. I work at Baylor Scott & White in Irving. I think that nursing is challenging and is so diverse within itself that you can always change it up, you're not stuck doing the same job for the rest of your life. The most amazing thing in my life is the love and support from my family and friends.

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Hi my name is Audrey and I am from Longview, TX but currently live in Tyler. I am not working at the moment, and am very blessed for that because I know working and school can be tough! I love that nursing requires physical, emotional, and mental care for others. I believe it will challenge me to think critically! The most amazing thing in my life has got to be my family and friends because they are so supportive and I wouldn't be here without them.

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Hellu, I respond to Kat, Katherine, or Katie (so pick your favorite because you have options). I am from Katy but I live in Tyler for now. I work in patient care at Mother Frances. I feel that nursing as a career challenges all my best qualities and the ones I want to work on. I like to say that my mom didn't raise me to be a wife, she raised me to be a nurse because she is and I have developed the mindset, attitude, and humor of one. And I love the time I get to spend in the hospital learning. The most amazing thing about my life has to be the love I receive from my family and the blessing it is to have a career that can take me anywhere.

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I go by Ian. I live in Tyler TX. I work at ETMC. I'm in Nursing school for the money yo . . . jk . . . but seriously. My wife and my dog are the most amazing things in my life, I couldn't do it without them!

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Answer these questions:
1. What do you want to be called?
2. Where do you live?
3. Where do you work?
4. Why are you in nursing school?
5. What is the most amazing thing about your life?
6. Add a picture!

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Hi! I am excited about learning with you all this semester. I live in Jacksonville and have been a nurse for about a thousand years! I raised 2 amazing children and now enjoy my 3 grand children. I have 3 dogs and 3 cats.....I know!!! I just can not turn away a stray!

Let's make this the best class EVER!