"Looking back, I wondered if I would still be indecisive about becoming a nurse if I hadn't gone to the camp... overall I had broad interest in becoming a nurse, but this camp gave me a deeper look into my perspective career path and acted as a turning point, helping me understand the steps to become a CRNA. A message that stood out from this experience came from one of the students at HCU and he mentioned that people might give strange looks for his occupation, but in the end, it's more masculine for him to pursue his interest without worrying about other's opinions. Those people who look down on him are stuck in the past and it's more admirable to endure criticism and follow your own path. This fulfilled my ambition and I am even more motivated to become a nurse."
Leonardo
High School Senior / CRN Camp Alumni 24'
"I do think these programs – especially this one – are important because I had to look for opportunities and search for organizations that I could apply to so that I could help myself and possibly help my other peers - because we need that help as first-generation and low-income, under-resourced students - this is a really good opportunity for us to explore different careers and see if this what I really want do - - is this what I want to do for the rest of my life - and you have to really know because you don’t want to be in college and pay for a career that you know exactly nothing about.”
Ariadna
Current Nursing Student / UST Nurse Camp Alumni 22'
"Because of Compass RN, I’ve found my true passion, and the journey I
want to embrace. It has not only helped me grow as a person and evaluate
my career, but also made me realize how much more there is to learn.
Because of Compass RN I’ve realized what I’ve been called to do my whole
life, help others."
Camila
High School Junior / Nurse Camp Alumni 24'
"CompassRN has greatly impacted my career path as a young professional. This program has opened my eyes to the endless possibilities and opportunities that are available to me as a minority seeking to pursue a job in the medical field. With all these options, I have decided to attend a four-year university, major in nursing, and become a forensic nurse or a nurse."
Amber
High School Senior / UST Camp Alumni 23'
