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“West Georgia Technical College is fortunate to have students that are as dedicated to helping the community as they are to excelling in academics,” said President Dr. Skip Sullivan. “I commend them for their community involvement.”
The Student Nursing Association at West Georgia Technical College is part of the Georgia Student Association of Nurses. This program is for students majoring in Registered Nursing and is a way to maximize a student’s experience in the nursing program. The association provides networking opportunities, NCLEX review courses, aid with books, discounts, and educational conferences.
“I've enjoyed my time as a member of the SNA,” said SNA President Brandy Sellers. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to participate in community programs and it’s a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse group of people while giving back to the community to help meet some of the needs of the community.”
According to Associate Degree Nursing Instructor and SNA faculty liaison, Christina Brazier, these community service projects impact the students not only as people but also as nurses.
“Nursing is not about you as the nurse; it is about the clients, the clients’ families and their needs,” said Brazier. “Nurses are the link in helping clients recover and getting their needs met.”
In addition to sponsoring the coat drive, SNA also sponsors one or two families in the community each year, as well as a needy family within West Georgia Technical College to help them have a great Christmas. The student organization also volunteers with the local senior centers and with community health fairs in the area.
“This opportunity gives us all an opportunity to give to others,” said Sellers. “It helps to remind us that just a little bit of effort can make a big impact on the lives of others.”