ANSA

Congrats to ANSA’s Resolutions Chair, Susmita Simkhada who also served on TNSA as the Northern Regional Director. Here are some words she has to say:

“Being part of ANSA became one of the most meaningful parts of my nursing school journey. Serving as the Resolutions Chair helped me grow in confidence, step out of my comfort zone, and realize how important student voices truly are. Through ANSA, I gained unforgettable memories, lifelong friendships, and opportunities I never imagined, including attending conventions and representing our chapter.

During some of the hardest moments in nursing school, ANSA gave me support, belonging, and people who made the journey feel less overwhelming. It truly became like a second family to me.

After graduation, I will be studying for the NCLEX and starting my new graduate residency at Wesley Medical Center in Kansas.

My advice to every nursing student is to believe in yourself, get involved, and never be afraid to take chances. The journey is hard, but the memories and people you meet along the way make it all worth it🤍”

BLS expiring soon? Don’t wait until clinical coordinators come for you!

AHA BLS Renewal Course
🗓 May 18
⏰ 12:00–2:30 PM
📍 SWSH 3rd Floor
💲 $55

Quick, hands-on, and you walk out with your updated eCard.
Just make sure your current BLS is NOT expired and bring a printed copy.

Scan the QR code to secure your spot!

Need to renew your AHA BLS certification? 🫀📋

ANSA’s Instructor-Led BLS Renewal Course is coming up on May 18th at the UTA Smart Hospital! Make sure your BLS Provider card is CURRENT and not expired before registering ❤️

Congratulations to our graduating AO Coordinator, Connie! Here are some words she has to say:

“It still doesn’t fully feel real… but after 15 very long months, I officially graduated nursing school and accepted my Nurse Residency position at Baylor Scott & White in Temple on their Cardiac & Neuro Observation Unit.
Being the AO Coordinator for the Arlington Nursing Students’ Association was honestly one of the most rewarding parts of this journey. I got to be part of a group of like-minded individuals, meet so many amazing people, and help bring students together. In an accelerated online program, it can be really hard to meet people, find support, or find ‘your people’. I wanted to help bridge that gap and remind people they weren’t doing this alone.
Nursing school was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. I balanced being a full-time employee, full-time student, full-time wife, and full-time mom all at once. The curriculum itself was challenging, but honestly the hardest part was missing out on family moments and trying to juggle everything for 15 straight months.
But it was also one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.
Especially during capstone, everything finally started falling into place. My preceptors and patients alike had such kind things to say to my clinical instructor, and hearing that gave me confidence during moments where I doubted myself. It reminded me that maybe I really can do this ‘nursing thing’.”

Get BLS certified… without even changing out of your pajamas 😌
Step 1: Do the online HeartCode course at home
Yes… bed, couch, matcha, snacks, all allowed
Step 2: Pull up to the Smart Hospital for a quick check-off
Look professional for like 45 minutes and you’re done

July is THE month to do this.
BLS lasts 2 years… so if you certify in July, you’re covered for basically your entire BSN program
If you do it too early and your cert expires mid-program…
the Clinical Coordinators will make you redo it before that semester starts.

Bring your energy to our April service event! We will be meeting in front of the UTA Bookstore and walking over as a group to Mission Arlington. Unloading vehicles, organizing items for donation, and anything else the mission calls for.

📣 Ready to make your voice heard?

Join ANSA’s Resolution Session and learn how to draft a resolution and confidently present it at the TNSA 2026 Convention 📝

Take your ideas beyond the classroom and into real impact 💡

✨ A Golden Night at the Gala ✨
Celebrating our Spring & Summer 2026 BSN graduates in style 💛

Join NMP, AASNA, HNSA, BSNA, and ANSA for a night of recognition, elegance, and memories you won’t forget 🎓

📍 School of Social Work & Smart Hospital
May 1, 2026 | 5–8 PM
Dress Code: Formal

RSVP by April 22 at 11:59 PM (scan the QR code!)

Seniors — check your emails for important instructions before the event 📩

Our ANSA delegates representing us in Houston, TX for the National Student Nurses Assoc Annual Convention!
President - Rezina Dhakal
VP - Rahel Tesfagaber
Treasurer - Mohammed Sulaimon
Resolutions - Susmita Simkhada