Mercy School of Nursing - Charlotte, NC Alumni Association

Carolinas College is proud to support this year's Walk a Mile event with Safe Alliance. It'll be held May 14 at 9 a.m. at NoDa Brewing Company. We're looking for people to join our team as a walker or support the cause through a donation. Thank you for your support! Details here: https://walkamile.swell.gives/fundraisers/Hampton.Hopkins

Please consider supporting our Phi Theta Kappa chapter at Carolinas College, which is offering a Valentine’s Day raffle for this incredible basket! The money raised allows PTK to continue supporting the homeless population in Charlotte by participating in Roof Above, which works to end homelessness. Funds raised also support Carolinas College graduates through scholarships. The deadline is February 10, and the winning raffle ticket will be drawn on February 11. See attached image for more info on how to participate. Thank you for your support!

Do you know a Carolinas College alumnus who's made a difference by going above and beyond to serve others?
Each year as part of our annual awards, we recognize a Carolinas College alumnus who provides distinguished service to the healthcare profession, the college and/or the community.
To nominate someone for this award, just fill out the form here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2022_Distinguished_Alumni

The latest edition of the Carolinas College magazine is out - featuring stories of our students and alumni who've overcome significant challenges to provide a better life for themselves and for their families. Plus, read about our alumni on the frontlines of the pandemic, including one healthcare hero who worked to get vaccines to one of the most remote parts of the country. Read here: https://view.publitas.com/atrium-health/carolinas-college-of-health-science-2021-winter-magazine/page/1

Carolinas College, part of Atrium Health, is looking for its next program chair for the Associate Degree Nursing program. This is a tremendous opportunity to truly make an impact on our students as we educate, engage and empower them to make a difference. The program chair will design curriculum, recruit students, manage budgets and perform other leadership tasks. Master’s degree in nursing required. For more information about the position or to apply, click here: https://bit.ly/3iWFv6y

What's it like participating in Walk a Mile in Her Shoes? Dr. Hopkins explains. Carolinas College is proud to help sponsor Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, an annual event hosted by Safe Alliance. This year’s virtual event is May 15, and procee...

Some of our nursing students recently participated in an Atrium Health vaccine clinic, and the experience left them with memories that they'll carry throughout their healthcare careers. Read more here: https://atriumhealth.org/education/carolinas-college-of-health-sciences/about-us/news/news-items/Vaccine-Clinic-Makes-Lasting-Impression-on-Nursing-Students

Many of our Carolinas College alumni working the frontlines have started to receive their second doses of the COVID vaccine. Here’s a message from Carolinas College alumna Dr. Heena Nagarji (ADN ’11), who works in nursing administration at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center: “Doing this for all my fellow frontline healthcare workers who have been working tirelessly day in, day out. Doing this for my family, friends, and our community. Thank you to the scientists who are making this happen for all of us…I feel a sense of relief and happy to be part of the solution. Believe in the power of science!!! Please get your vaccines when it’s your turn.”