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Dear Connecticut Student Nurses,

The Connecticut Student Nurses Association (CSNA) is a chapter of the National Student Nurses Association (NSNA). CSNA consists of nursing students from all over the state of Connecticut and provides a resource for students to join together and participate in various activities. CSNA also encourages others, who are not nurses, to become a part of the nursing profession. This year CSNA looks forward to continuing its Breakthrough to Nursing Program by participating in high school mentorship programs around the state. This program was started two years ago with CSNA members working with junior and senior students at Harding High School in Bridgeport, CT.  CSNA members discussed nursing and the opportunities it provides, in the hopes that these students will consider a career in the nursing profession.  We are looking forward to expanding this program to other high schools in the state.

Breakthrough to Nursing is also involved in community service functions throughout the year to support those in need.  For instance, the Bridgeport Hospital School of Nursing chapter will participate with Habitat for Humanity on September 29, 2007 to help a Bridgeport family realize a dream come true.

One of the exciting activities that CSNA plans each year is the Council of School Presidents (COSP). The goal of the council is to facilitate communication among schools and to provide a forum for school presidents to share ideas.  The convention information will be provided shortly.

The most important role of CSNA is planning for its state convention. This year’s convention will be held in conjunction with the Connecticut Nurses Association (CNA). The convention is where students can gather with other students and nurses to learn about the endless opportunities involved in a career in nursing. The convention consists of guest speakers involved in nursing and also invites about two hundred vendors to discuss job opportunities available to graduating students. It is also a great opportunity to meet with other nursing students and nurses from all over Connecticut to discuss ideas and experiences with each other.

Next year’s convention will take place in April 2008.  More information will be provided in the near future.  We look forward to see everyone there!!

This all sounds wonderful right!  Currently, the CSNA is in need of a Vice President and more board members.  If you are interested please contact us via e-mail.   Also, we encourage all members to contact any board member with comments, suggestions, ideas or questions.  Again, you can reach us by email under the Board of Directors link.  Together, I know we can make this a great year for the CSNA!

Deborah Mastroianni
President CSNA