18 NOC Nursing Students Receive Pins at Ceremony
Eighteen Northern Oklahoma College nursing students celebrated a significant milestone in their professional journey as they received their nursing pins during a ceremony at the Kinzer Performing Arts Center in Tonkawa.
🎓 Congratulations to the New Graduates
Pins were presented by Dr. Nikole Hicks, NOC nursing division chair, who addressed the graduates with heartfelt words of encouragement and pride.
“You are each exceptional, and I am proud of each of you. I know my loved ones will be in good hands if they have the honor of having any one of you as their nurse.”
— Dr. Nikole Hicks, NOC Nursing Division Chair
💬 Guest Speaker Inspires New Nurses
The guest speaker for the ceremony was Stacey Corneil of Pottawatomie Nation Health Services, a proud member of the NOC Nursing Class of 2012.
“We chose this profession to care for, comfort, advocate and make a difference in patients’ and families’ lives. I’m excited for the memories you are about to make, the knowledge and confidence you will gain, and the people you will meet.”
— Stacey Corneil, NOC Class of 2012
🏆 Special Recognition and Awards
Several students received special recognition during the ceremony for their outstanding achievements and dedication to the nursing profession.
Student Nursing Association Members
- Officers: Aubrie Ailey, Allie Epperson, Paige Legg, Valrie Roblyer-Galvan, Kimberly Clingenpeel, Sabrina Kinsey
- Members: Logan Burgess, Robert Evan Doran, Sarah Way, Becca Willis, Cherokee Sutton-Lopez, Kenzie Webb, Lisa Paris, Marleena Love, Teel Huai
Alpha Delta Nu Honor Society Members
- Kimberly Clingenpeel
- Robert Evan Doran
- Sabrina Kinsey
- Paige Legg
- Marleena Love
- Cherokee Sutton-Lopez
- Kenzie Webb
Special Awards
- Exceptional Preceptor Award: Lindsey Wolf, Integris Health Ponca City
- Spirit of Nursing Award: Kimberly Clingenpeel
🎭 Ceremony Highlights
Following the pinning ceremony, the celebration continued with meaningful traditions that honor the nursing profession. Kenzie Webb led the graduates in reciting the Florence Nightingale Nursing Pledge, a solemn commitment to the ethical practice of nursing that has been recited by generations of nurses since 1893.
Sarah Way shared a touching moment by reading an original poem titled “If Nursing School Could Talk,” capturing the journey, challenges, and triumphs experienced by the graduating class.
👨⚕️ NOC Nursing Faculty
The success of these graduates is a testament to the dedication of the NOC nursing faculty, who guided and supported them throughout their educational journey:
Dr. Vickie Crouch, Dr. Marie Head, Brian Baird, Elaine Briggs, Lerna Deyirmencian, Vanisa Gay, April Heitfeld, Rachel Kroemer, Wendy Spiva, and Chelsie Taylor (staff assistant).
📊 About Northern Oklahoma College
NOC serves students through three locations: the home campus in Tonkawa, a branch in Enid, and the NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater.
For more information about Northern Oklahoma College, call 580-628-6208 or visit www.noc.edu.
🎉 Congratulations to all the graduates! Your community is proud of your achievement and looks forward to the compassionate care you will provide to patients and families throughout your nursing careers.
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