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November 15, 2016

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SHELTON STATE ASSOCIATION OF NURSING STUDENTS RECEIVES HONORS

Tuscaloosa, Alabama – The Shelton State Association of Nursing Students (SSANS) was recently honored at the 2016 Alabama Association of Nursing Students Annual 

Convention in Huntsville, Alabama.

For the third consecutive year, SSANS retained the Chapter of Champions Award. The Chapter of Champions Award is given annually to the school chapter demonstrating exemplary commitment to and involvement in the Alabama Association of Nursing Students (AANS). Shelton State nursing students are committed to continuing this reign.

Emily Walters, the local chapter president, was elected as the 2016-2017 President of the Alabama Association of Nursing Students (AANS). Additionally, Betsey Poole was elected as the AANS Legislative Chair; Brittany Elike as the Community Health Director; and Kari Battocletti as Director South.

Special recognition was also given to Dr. Rosalynde Peterson as the recipient of the AANS Leader of Leaders Award. The award is given to an outstanding chapter advisor for their leadership within the student nursing organization. Dr. Peterson’s joy about her award is received in “seeing the students continue to dedicate their time and efforts in their commitment to serving our community!” Dr. Peterson has served as SSANS Chapter Advisor for the past six years.

For more information on Shelton State’s allied health programs, visit sheltonstate.edu.

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