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MSSU Student Nurses Association SNA works to provide resources and opportunities for nursing students to supplement their career.

Our first future nurse of the month for September goes to ⭐Jazmine Belland⭐!! We are so proud to be a part of your journ...
09/16/2026

Our first future nurse of the month for September goes to ⭐Jazmine Belland⭐!! We are so proud to be a part of your journey as you become a nurse. We’re so excited to see all that you accomplish!

Let’s get to know Jazmine a little better!

What inspired you to pursue a degree in nursing?

"My Ama became sick when I was younger, and because she didn’t speak fluent English it was harder for her to understand. I would help her sort her medications, check her blood pressure and glucose and explain things to her in Spanish. Those experiences showed me how important it is for patients to feel understood, heard, and cared for. I realized how much I loved taking care of people, and it inspired me to pursue nursing. I want to be a voice for my patients, especially within Hispanic communities, and help make sure they understand their health and feel comfortable speaking up about their care."

What is your dream nursing position?

"Emergency Department because I’m drawn to the fast-paced environment and the opportunity to care for people during some of their most vulnerable moments. However, I’m open to exploring different areas of nursing because I know there is still so much for me to learn. Wherever I end up, I hope to be a nurse who advocates for my patients and makes a meaningful difference in their lives!"

What is one hobby you enjoy doing the most?

"Playing soccer! ⚽️"

If you could only have one drink order for the rest of your life what would it be?

"7brew chai: strawberry, banana, brown sugar with cold foam and cinnamon sprinkles!!!"

Thank you, Jazmine! We can't wait to see all the good you do. Keep up with the hard work! We're so proud of you!

Meet our SNA Junior Student of the Month, ⭐️Kirstyn Loyd⭐️Kirstyn shows up every day with dedication, kindness, and a tr...
11/20/2025

Meet our SNA Junior Student of the Month, ⭐️Kirstyn Loyd⭐️

Kirstyn shows up every day with dedication, kindness, and a true passion for nursing. Her commitment to her future patients and her positive impact on those around her make this recognition incredibly well deserved. Congratulations, Kirstyn — we are so proud of you.

What inspired you to pursue nursing?
What inspired me to pursue nursing is my passion for helping people improve their lives, especially when it comes to their health. I’ve always been fascinated by the human body and how it works — it’s truly incredible. My family also inspires me every day; I’ll be the first nurse in my immediate family, and that motivates me to keep pushing forward and show them my determination to make a difference in the nursing world.

What has been your favorite nursing school memory so far?
My favorite memory so far has been seeing positive outcomes in patients during my clinical rotations. Knowing that I’ve had even a small impact on someone’s recovery is such an amazing and rewarding feeling.
What advice would you give to someone thinking about joining SNA?
My advice to future MSSU nursing students is to join SNA! It’s a wonderful experience that allows you to step away from coursework and focus on supporting your program while building relationships with other motivated students.

What’s your go-to study snack or coffee order?
My go-to study snack is colorful Goldfish, and my favorite coffee order is a Banana Bread Blondie with extra caramel drizzle from 7 Brew!

What motivates you to keep going when school gets tough?
What keeps me going is remembering that I’m serving the Lord by serving His people. My faith and my family are my biggest motivators — they inspire me every day to be the best version of myself and the best future nurse I can be.

We’re honored to spotlight Kirstyn and celebrate her hard work, heart, and dedication to the nursing profession!

11/07/2025

🎉 TONIGHT! SNA Mixer at Social BTB 🎉

Current members, past members, nursing students (all cohorts!), and families—come hang out with us for dinner & drinks tonight (Fri, Nov 7) from 7–9 PM at Social BTB.

This is a casual, come-and-go meetup to reconnect, celebrate the semester, and welcome new faces. Bring a friend or your mentee! 💛🩺

📍 Social BTB
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
🍽️ Dinner + drinks available to order

✨ Bonus: We’ve lined up supporters to donate up to 10% back based on what we bring in tonight—your tab helps our SNA programming!

Drop a 👍/“Coming!” in the comments so we know to save you a seat. See you there!

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🌟SNA Student of the Month Lainey Waldron🌟            Meet Lainey, a senior nursing student who’s passionate, driven, and...
10/30/2025

🌟SNA Student of the Month Lainey Waldron🌟

Meet Lainey, a senior nursing student who’s passionate, driven, and ready to make a difference!

Go-to study coffee order: Hot
caramel macchiato

Favorite specialty: Emergency Medicine — “It keeps me on my toes and makes a large impact on patients’ health.”

Advice for future SNA members: “It doesn’t hurt to join an association that will continually support you through nursing school — it can only help!”

If not nursing, she’d be: A teacher

What keeps her going: “The impact I will have on others!”

We’re so proud to have Lainey as part of our SNA family! Congratulations, and thank you for inspiring others with your passion and dedication to nursing!

10/24/2025
We’re halfway through the semester, and the Student Nursing Association (SNA) is just getting started!So far, we’ve:�✔️ ...
10/08/2025

We’re halfway through the semester, and the Student Nursing Association (SNA) is just getting started!
So far, we’ve:�✔️ Held our first meeting (yes, there were donuts)�✔️ Had a great time at Third Thursday, connecting with the community at our table

It’s not too late to get involved!�Our next meeting is coming up:�Tuesday, October 21st at 11:00 AM�Whether you’re already a member or just curious, come check it out!

Also, mark your calendars for November 7th from 7-9. We’re planning a mixer evening at Social BTB in Joplin — a chance to hang out, unwind, and get to know other students outside of class.

Come be part of something fun, supportive, and meaningful. SNA is here to help you connect, grow, and make the most of your time in nursing school. 💚

08/29/2025

👀 Something new is coming to the Nursing Lounge… and it’s going to make those long study sessions a little sweeter (and maybe a little saltier 😉).

Think: quick pick-me-ups, study fuel, and a reason to actually look forward to your break. 💙

Any guesses what’s on the way? Drop them below ⬇️

08/22/2025

Peep our Nursing Professor!

💚💛 MSSU Nursing Merch is Here! 💛💚Show your Lion pride with this year’s SNA T-shirt, Sweatshirt, and Custom Backpack! Per...
08/20/2025

💚💛 MSSU Nursing Merch is Here! 💛💚
Show your Lion pride with this year’s SNA T-shirt, Sweatshirt, and Custom Backpack! Perfect for nursing students, alumni, and supporters of Missouri Southern State University.
- SNA “I ❤️ Nursing” T-Shirt – $17
(Upcharge: 2XL +$2, 3XL–5XL +$3)
- SNA Sweatshirt – $25
(Upcharge: 2XL +$2, 3XL–5XL +$3)
- Custom Nursing Backpack
• $60 with name embroidery
• $50 without name
📲 Simply scan the QR code to order and pay online!
Let’s represent MSSU Nursing with pride this year – on campus and beyond! 🦁💉

05/14/2025

Joplin, Mo (KOAM)--This week marks National Nurses Week. Missouri Southern will celebrate as they release their students into the Four States, which will help combat the critical shortage currently facing

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