LIVE From South College - Episode 20 & 21 LIVE From Graduation Knoxville, Online, CBE and Nashville Plus HOSA International Convention

Keywords healthcare education, nursing, South College, student experiences, career aspirations, prostate cancer awareness, time management, nursing program, community engagement, healthcare careers

Summary The conversation explores the experiences of graduating students at South College from multiple campuses, focusing on their challenges and aspirations in healthcare education. It highlights the balance between work and study, the importance of community engagement, and the personal journeys of individuals pursuing careers in nursing, surgical technology, dental hygiene and other healthcare fields. The discussion also touches on a graduating student with prostate cancer and their platform for awareness initiatives and the significance of time management in academic success.

takeaways

• Balancing education and work is challenging but rewarding.
• Healthcare education requires dedication and time management.
• Community engagement is vital for healthcare professionals.
• Prostate cancer awareness is an important initiative.
• Students appreciate the flexibility of asynchronous learning.
• Support from peers and faculty enhances the educational experience.
• Pursuing a career in nursing can be a fulfilling journey.
• Time management is crucial for success in nursing programs.
• Students often face anxiety related to academic performance.
• Encouragement from family and friends plays a significant role.

Sound Bites

• "It's a hard program, but worth it in the end."
• "I want to start out in cardiology."
• "Time management is really about organization."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Hooding Ceremony

04:31 Pursuing a Doctorate in Education

04:58 Teaching Drones: A Unique Educational Path

05:07 Journey to Doctoral Leadership

07:51 Overcoming Challenges in Writing

08:06 Celebrating Achievements: A Doctorate Journey

10:18 Balancing Life: The Role of Family Support

10:28 Introduction to Carrie Major's Journey

10:56 Balancing Work and Education

11:29 Journey to Doctorate in Instructional Design

14:07 Experiences in Education and Community Building

14:11 Celebrating Achievements: Student Perspectives

16:49 Challenges and Triumphs in Education

18:16 The Journey of Education Together

20:49 Life After Cancer: A New Perspective

23:07 Advocacy and Awareness for Prostate Cancer

23:28 Graduation Excitement and Aspirations

29:22 Career Goals and Future Plans in Healthcare

33:05 Introduction to Nursing Aspirations

35:02 Experiences in Nursing Programs

35:49 Introduction to Surgical Technology and Radiology Programs

37:14 Student Experiences and Career Aspirations

38:02 Graduation Excitement: A Family Affair

38:33 The Passion for Nursing

39:01 Future Aspirations in Healthcare

41:47 Introduction to HOSA and South College

42:51 Understanding HOSA's Role in Health Education

44:12 Competitions and Skills Development in HOSA

44:50 Introduction to HOSA and Its Importance

47:34 Competitions and Skills Development

47:45 Celebrating Graduates and Future Healthcare L

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