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Hi Everyone!
1. I have a seven year old daughter that is literally my favorite person in this whole world.
2. I work in the emergency department as a tech.
3.I am probably the loudest person you will ever meet.
4.I have six little sisters. I am the oldest of 7.
5. I love riding my bike and running.
6. I am from Chicago.

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Hi Everyone!
1. I am a mother to 2 daughters ages 10 and 2.
2. I currently work as a Dialysis Technician and have been doing it for almost 6 years.
3. My favorite color is green.
4. I have a macaw who is 4 years old.
5. I traveled to the Philippines last year to visit my boyfriend's family and see where he grew up.
6. I enjoy going to the movies and hanging out at the beach.

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Hello everyone! My name is Rachel Goss.

1. I was born in Waukegan, IL.
2. I have been married to my wonderful husband for 10 years and I have 2 beautiful special needs boys who are my life, heart and soul.
3. I love painting, photography, cooking and baking
4. I don't have any pets.
5. I would like to either work in Labor and Delivery or NICU once I graduate.
6. I am currently a Monitor Tech at a hospital. I used to be a Critical Care Paramedic and delivered 3 babies during that time :)

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Hello everyone!
1. I was born in Algeria.
2. I am married and have three kids.
3. I have three birds and a hamster.
4. I have been a nurse for 20 years.
5. I currently work as a Clinical Nurse Audit Specialist.
6. I am very outgoing and social.

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Hi Everyone!

1. I'm a dog mom to a 9 month old cockapoo, Frankie <3
2. I'm originally from the Philippines.
3. I love traveling and really miss it. Hopefully can still do so in the future!
4. I've been working as an LPN for 2.5 years and have set a goal to get my BSN shortly after getting some floor experience.
5. I love to cook and I'm such a foodie.
6. I come from a family of nurses. My sister who is only a year older is also an LPN and my step-mom is an RN.

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Hello!
My name is Maureen.
1. I am a Mom to 3 kids ages 7,5, and 3!
2. I currently work on a Med/Surg floor as a CNA.
3. I love to workout...it keeps me sane :)
4. I love being outdoors...especially in the summer for kayaking, biking, or the beach.
5. I have been looking forward to this class/clinical the most because I hope to work in labor and delivery once I graduate!

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Hello everyone,

1. After my BSN I plan to go back to school and become a Neontal Nurse Practitioner
2. I've been a medical biller for 4 years and been working from home ever since.
3. In the summers I work as a brand ambassador for the White Sox, can't wait for quarantine to be over!
4. I have 6 siblings ; 4 sisters & 2 brothers
5. I know Sign language
6.I love to travel, most recently went to Costa Rica and skydived for the first time.

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Hi everyone! My name is Rose.

1. I am an LPN for about 4 years now in a orthopedic rehab.
2. I am a wife and a mom of a 3 year old very hyper and active son.
3. I only have an older brother who is in the Navy Marines and lives in California with his family there.
4. I have a Pomeranian named Chewy.
5.  Believer in Christ
6. I love corn it's my favorite!

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1.I'm originally from Kenya
2.I have one baby girl, Eliana  she is 16 months.
3.I have four brothers and two sisters.
4.I love watching basket ball
5. i work in home health
6. I hope to pursue my FNP in the near future.

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Hello everyone my name is Maira!
1. I have an Australian Shepherd puppy named Whiskey
2. I’ve been working as an LPN for almost 4 years now.
3. I LOVE TO TRAVEL
4. I love working out. Can’t wait until my opens back up!
5. The first place that I’m going to once covid passes is the dog park 😂
6. I could eat Brussels sprouts all day every day (my favorite!)

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Hi Everyone! I am VAN :-)
& I am a:

Practical nurse

I've been a Practical Nurse for 4 years now. I L O V E working with elderly people and I would love to pursue my dream to become an NP soon specializing Geriatrics.

Wife

I just recently got married to my soulmate :-)

Traveler

I am a free spirit. T R A V E L I N G is my passion.

Happy person

I am very optimistic person. Good and bad times you will still see me smiling :-)

Friendly

I love people! that is why I pursue this nursing profession! :-)

Driven

I think we all are! :-) we would not be in this nursing class if we aren't'!!! right?
I AM EXCITED FOR ALL OF US HERE!! AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEE YOU ALL SOON :-)

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Hi everyone my name is Samantha!

1. I am a fur mama of a sweet kitty named Mocha!
2. I have two jobs, one at a local hospital and another at a local nursing home. I have been at both jobs for a little over 4 years.
3. I have one sister named Emily.
4. I love shopping! I love spending my day off finding treasures from thrift stores!
5. My Grandma and Grandpa are a major part of my life, I love spending time with them and hearing their stories.
6. My favorite season is fall, but I love the nice weather we recently have had! I love doing homework outside on a nice day!

Excited for a great semester with you all!

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1) Lived in SoCal for 13 years

2.) Served in the Marine Corps Infantry 8+ years

3) Traveled to 76 countries.

4) Work as a paramedic

5)  Did all prereqs at Concordia University Chicago

6) Spend most of my time out door when possible.

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Hello everyone! My name is Aislynn Anthony.

1.) I have two boys - their names are Isaiah (6 yrs. old) and Elijah (1 yr. old).

2.) I have four brothers, and I am the only girl.

3.) I love to travel, my favorite place so far is Cabo!

4.) I recently started working at at home and have been loving it!

5.) I took most of my prerequisite courses for nursing at CLC.

6.) I am considering working in the OB when I graduate and eventually in the NICU.

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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Lorenzen
1. I have been a paramedic for 10 years
2. I have a full sleeve spiderman tattoo
3. I am buying a boat this summer!
4. My mother is a nurse, and my sister was a nurse.
5. I had a wonderful beard until I was forced to shave it (by my girlfriend).
6. Every drawer in my house is a junk drawer.

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Hi Everyone! My name is Britnay Hicks.
1. I am originally from NC
2. I have a Chihuahua named Sugar Bear and a Lab Mix named Roxi Bo DIdley
3. I have been Married for 5.5 yrs
4. I have 5 siblings--4 brothers and 1 sister
5. I love to read
6.  I currently work as a Unit Secretary/PCT

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Hello everyone!
My name is Megan Garrity.
1. I have two daughters, one named Stella and the other is named Rose.
2. I attended the University of Iowa for two years.
3. I love the outdoors, and especially the beach.
4. I ride a motorcycle.
5. Usually when the children are asleep, I take time to myself to do a workout or yoga.
6. I have a passion for traveling, and my favorite place I've been is Bali.

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Hello everyone! Nice to virtually meet you all! My real name is Nicole, but I prefer to go by Nicky.
Here are 6 things about me!
1) I work as a CNA currently at Victory Lakes in Lindenhurst.
2) I LOVE cats
3) I plan on getting my NP, in the future! (fingers crossed)
4) I enjoy reading, relaxing at home, enjoying sitting outside by my pool, and just hanging out with the people I love the most!
5) During this quarantine, I mostly miss going to the gym... home workouts just aren't the same!
6) I have 2 older brothers, 1 older sister, and a twin sister as well! Below is a photo of my twin & I. I am on the right.

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My name is Aubrey Turner.
1.) I work as a CNA at Wauconda Care.
2.) I have one sister who also goes to Herzing.
3.) Right now the floor I work on in my facility only has 1 patient.
4.) I cannot wait to graduate and move out of the state.
5.) The only positive thing about being trapped inside is that I was able to read 3 of the Stephen King novels that I have been meaning to read for 2 years now.
6.) I would like to be a travel nurse when I graduate.

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Hi Everyone! My name is Grace Yoon.
1. I have two children: Oliver (almost 4) and Audrey (19 months).
2. I am an LPN and have worked in senior living for over 7 years.
3. I have 2 sisters and 1 brother.
4. I miss spending time with extended family.
5. I used to be a medical esthetician.
6. I love food from all over the world but I'm biased to Asian cuisines.

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Hello! My name is Michael Mosquera. 6 fun facts:
1) I currently work at Froedtert South Hospital in Pleasant Prairie as a Student Nurse Intern.
2) I have 6 sisters & 2 brothers
3) I have a 1 year old Australian Shepherd named Apollo
4) I love to workout, spend time with friends/family, and go boating on the chain o' lakes
5) I have a Bachelor's Degree in Biology from Iowa State University
6) After graduating I intend to go back to school to become an acute care nurse practitioner

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Hi Everyone! My name is Celest Rogers.
1. I currently work at Froedtert South Pleasant Prairie as a Student Nurse Intern.
2. I have 3 cats. Their names are Mochi, Kevin, and Dart
3. I have 3 younger sisters, a younger brother, and an older brother.
4. In my spare time I enjoy working out and reading.
5. I really hope these next two semesters fly by so I can graduate.
6. I am ready for quarantine to be over, so I can start planning trips again.

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Hi everyone!
My name is Jocelyn. As you can see, there is a Jocelyn and a Jocellyn here, so just as a reminder! haha..
1. I currently work in the emergency department as a tech
2. I actually helped deliver a baby about 2 months ago at my job as the ambulance had to divert to us as we were the closest ER and the baby didn't want to wait any longer
3. I have been a CNA for 5 years now
4. I have been playing soccer for about 18 years now & don't plan to stop anytime soon
5. I love working out, so I can't wait for the gym to open up!!
6. I love to travel and try new places, therefore I cannot wait until this quarantine is all over!!
Below is a picture of my beautiful Goddaughter & I.

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My name is Kasaundra Shaw
1.I have two children, a daughter eight years old and a son six years old.
2. I'm currently an LPN working in the hospital on a medical-surgical floor.
3. I enjoy traveling, every year my two sisters and I go on a sister's trip.
4. One of my goals after graduation is to go on a mission trip to Liberia.
5. I love watching comedy on Netflix and listening to music.
6. I'm interested in becoming a nurse case manager.

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Hello all!
I am Jocellyn...
1. I have 2 kids and 2 fur babies whom I adore very much!
2. I enjoy cooking and trying new recipes when I have time.
3. I love being outdoors and hearing natures beautiful sounds it brings a calming feeling and sense of peace.
4. I have many years of hospital experience as a patient care tech and currently work at Highland Park Hospital.
5. I cant wait to graduate!
6. I wish to travel with my family once school is over!
Below a picture of my sweet baby girl Stella!

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Hello Ms. Grabarec and classmates.

My name is Robert Santana.
1. I moved to USA in 2015 from Nicaragua
2. I have a degree in Surgical Technologist.
3. I work in a ICU, Third shift so I will be awake around the clock.
4. I am a nurse extern at this moment
5. You look familiar. or I have worked with you before.
6. I am ready to graduate!

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My name is Jessica Thompson
1. I now work at Lake Forest Hospital as a PCT/RA.
2. I was a private caregiver/cna for 16 years until my patients passing.
3. I am 2 brothers and 2 sisters
4. I have 13 nieces and nephrews
5. I have 5 cats. Yes, I am a total cat lady.
6. My favorite thing to do these days is ready and relax, I like to be outside doing things like walking trails and kayaking, and spending time with my nieces and nephews.

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My name is Amanda Rivera!
1. My favorite color is Tiffany Blue.
2. I have one dog, he is a 12 year old shih tzu and his name is Max.
3. I have one brother who is 19
4. I used to work at an eye surgery center and got to watch a lot of eye surgeries.
5. I have shadowed a Labor and Delivery nurse and got to witness two babies being born!
6. I also shadowed an orthopedic surgeon and got to see a full knee replacement!

Good luck to everyone this semester!

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My name is Arline Turcotte.
1. I have 2 large breed dogs, Cane Corsos, Tank and Thor.
2. I love being outdoors.
3. Snowmobiling is my favorite hobby in the winter.
4. I used to work in a Nephropathic office so I love learning about a more natural way.
5. I want to work in mental health and addiction.
6. I miss traveling since being in school.

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My name is John Castro.
1.  I work in long-term care.
2.  I love collecting antiques especially Spanish Colonial images,  Filipiñana (Philippines) books and rare cook books.
3. The thing I missed the most (because I'm in school and Covid) is going to antique shops and flea markets.
4.  My favorite classic book of all time is "The Art of War".
5.  I am currently reading Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Goodwin and hoping to finish it before it gets busy (with school).
6.   Lately, I love watching free theatrical plays in Youtube (if there's one thing + that happened during COVID).

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My name is Kayla McClellan.
1. I currently work as an EMT for a private ambulance company.
2. I have 2 cats - Bella and Piper.
3. I have 2 sisters - Jackie and Celina - and 3 brothers - Shawn, Tony, and Lenny.
4. I love reading, especially Nicholas Sparks and Jodi Picoult books.
5. My favorite outdoor activities include hiking and kayaking.
6. I hope to work at St Jude's Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
Good luck on class everyone!

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I'm Ashley Grabarec! I would like to get to know all of you. Please post a picture and tell me and the rest of the class 6 things about yourself! Here are my six fun facts:
1. I have 2 children, a daughter, Ravenna, and a son, Wesley.
2. I have a dog, a husky named Frost.
3. I love to read, my favorite author is Stephen King.
4. I have seen The Office approximately a million times.
5. Some of my favorite activities are kayaking and jet skiing.
6. The thing I missed the most during quarantine was going to the gym.