WVSU Celebrates First Nursing Program Graduates

By Naveen May 13, 2023

West Virginia State University's nursing program has produced its first graduates.

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The nursing program began in 2020 and the seven students are the first to graduate.

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The graduates were surrounded by family, friends, and professors during their graduation ceremony.

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Fields emphasized the significance of her role in making a difference in people's lives during their sickest moments.

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Lebsock hopes that their success would lay a strong foundation for future nursing students.

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Dr. Mary Sizemore, director of Nursing, expressed her pride and admiration for the graduates.

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She emphasized the importance of kindness in nursing and encouraged the graduates to continue learning and growing while treating each other with respect.

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