Each of Aspen University’s MSN programs includes a practicum course, where students implement a quality improvement project in a health-related setting. This project offers a valuable opportunity to apply newly acquired knowledge directly to your practice. While the practicum may initially seem daunting—due to the logistics of securing a site and preceptor, as well as … Keep Reading
Dr. Ofafa is a registered nurse with over a decade of experience in improving nurse retention, implementing competency-based nursing workforce solutions, and improving healthcare quality. She is passionate about empowering nurses at the point of care and is a huge advocate for diversity and equity in nursing. Karen serves as the Director of Transition to … Keep Reading
Dr. Kami Kloster earned her DNP from Aspen in August 2024. She has a background as an operating room nurse who focused primarily on patient advocacy, and is currently a nursing faculty member at a local community college, working to improve nursing education. Her doctoral research focused on non-pharmacological music interventions to reduce agitation in … Keep Reading
Aspen University’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony was a memorable celebration of this year’s graduates! Among them was Dr. Jamie Hilbert, who completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice program in March 2024. We’re pleased to share Dr. Hilbert’s insights from her doctoral project, plans for the near future, and words of encouragement for students currently working toward … Keep Reading
Today’s story is one of profound resilience. Erica Montoya defied the expected outcome of a challenging upbringing through years of hard work and dedication. She completed her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Administration and Management and graduated with honors in April 2024. Erica is the winner of Aspen University’s 2024 Commencement … Keep Reading
The countdown to Aspen University’s 2024 Commencement ceremony continues, and today we’re excited to introduce one of this year’s standout graduates, Shaini Abraham. Having recently completed her MSN in Forensic Nursing program in November 2023, Shaini looks back on her educational journey. Fellow graduates, I am honored to be joining you soon as we … Keep Reading
As part of our 2024 Commencement countdown, we are excited to feature Dr. Kamala Kloster in our latest Student Spotlight. Dr. Kloster, who completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice program in August 2024, shares how her personal experiences and passion for advocacy inspired her to pursue nursing. Dr. Kloster offers valuable advice to her fellow … Keep Reading
With Aspen University’s 2024 graduation day fast approaching, it is our privilege to showcase the stories of some of our extraordinary graduates. Today we acknowledge the hard work and dedication of Imuetinyan Phillipa Ehondor, who earned her BSN in October 2023 and will be joining us at Commencement this year. Her story demonstrates the power … Keep Reading
Jen Miller graduated from Aspen’s Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Public Health, RN-MSN bridge program in April 2024! Prior to starting her program, Jen suffered a traumatic injury that she continued to recover from while also going to school. Keep reading to hear more of Jen’s inspirational story. The COVID-19 … Keep Reading
Aspen is proud to introduce a remarkable individual whose journey in healthcare is nothing short of inspiring. Meet Dr. Tonya Minggia, whose early exposure to healthcare eventually led to the completion of her DNP at Aspen in March 2024. I come from a family filled with healthcare providers, including my mother and grandmother. I have … Keep Reading