St. John Parish nursing & health sciences students honored by SLU

Published 4:05 pm Sunday, May 14, 2023

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     HAMMOND – Three students received the Southeastern Louisiana University College of Nursing and Health Sciences’ highest honor, the Dean’s Award, at the college’s annual honors convocation held May 4.
     The Dean’s Award in the Department of Health and Human Sciences was presented to Gracie Schilling of Prairieville. The Dean’s Award in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies went to Eryn Wilks of Independence, while the School of Nursing Dean’s Award went to Bethany Flauss of Denham Springs.
     The Significant Partnership Award was presented by each department in recognition of contributions to the educational programs in the college. Matthew Johnson, field supervisor and Southeastern Social Work Advisory Board member accepted the award from the Department of Health and Human Sciences.
Bridget Bailey, community development director for Tangipahoa – Reshaping Attitudes for Community Change, was honored by the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies, while the School of Nursing honored Michelle Theard of Urgent Care for Children – Mandeville.